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Global Health Diplomacy
Having completed this course, learners will be able to:
Describe and analyze the opportunities, challenges and limits of Global Health Diplomacy.
Examine the diplomatic, financial, and geopolitical context that underlies global health decision-making.
Explain the role of the many players in the space, including governments, philanthropists, and multilateral institutions .
Course Objective
The field of global health is often thought of purely in medical or public health terms, but there are important geopolitical and policy dimensions of global health that underlie programmatic responses to global health challenges. By completing this course, learners will be able to explain the specific institutions and initiatives that are fundamental to current global health diplomacy activities and functions, and how these influence global health outcomes. Learners will further be able to summarize real-world examples where global health diplomacy either helped or limited global health outcomes, and explain the reasons for those outcomes.
Duration
3 Months
Institution
The State University of New York
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into The State University of New York.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$388
Total Est. Investment
$388
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Global Health Diplomacy program at The State University of New York are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.