Master of Global Project Management and Master of Public Health
Postgraduate
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A double masters in business and health
Build project management expertise to lead public health initiatives. You’ll gain the confidence to handle complex stakeholders and projects. And you’ll bolster your ability to manage health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 2 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 16
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Global Project Management and Master of Public Health
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Identify the major influences of technology and globalisation in public healthcare.
- Incorporate research findings and technologies into project plans to improve delivery.
- Research intervention strategies to detect and prevent diseases.
- Gain an understanding of the issues behind policy development at government level.
Torrens University's Master of Global Project Management and Public Health blends leadership, project management, and public health skills. Learn from industry experts to address global health issues, policy, economics, programming, and evaluation challenges.
Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 2 years (6 trimesters full time), or 4 years (12 trimesters part-time).
Recommended study pattern
The Master of Global Project Management and Master of Public Health course structure comprises 16 core subjects (160 credit points).
Award requirements
To qualify for the Master of Global Project Management and Master of Public Health double degree, the candidate must satisfactorily complete 16 core subjects (10 credit points each) totalling 160 credit points.
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Indicative total fee $52,160
The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change.
Entry requirements for this course includes:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline; AND
- Three years of post-degree professional work experience; OR
- Successful completion of Graduate Certificate in Public Health.
Applicants without formal qualifications at AQF7 or above may be considered for entry to the Graduate Certificate of Public Health on the basis of a combination of formal (below AQF7) or non-formal qualifications and seven years of relevant experience in a health professional role. Applications will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning.
Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience. Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
The Master of Global Project Management together with the Master of Public Health will help you to critically analyse and evaluate health promotion and disease prevention strategies, advocacy, leadership and management, and epidemiology while employing core project management tools to take demanding roles and programs in government, allied health, aid and development, hospitals and health service departments.
Potential career paths include:
- Health Policy Advisor
- Health Promotion Officer
- Community Development Worker
- Research Officer
- Senior Project Manager
- Project Officer
- Project Team Leader.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
---|---|---|
Health and Welfare Services Managers | Over $120K | Up 56.6% |
Health Promotion Officers | N/A^ | Up 44% |
Policy and Planning Managers | Over $120K | Up 53.8% |
^ There is no data available