The Master in Global Health Policy (MGHP) is a full-time, two-year degree program, delivered in-person by the College of Public Policy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University. The program features a distinctive combination of interdisciplinarity, strong ethical foundations, innovation in global health and evidence-based approaches governance to health policy and systems design.
The MGHP provides training to graduate students from a range of disciplines in the skills needed to understand and address contemporary global health challenges in Qatar, the Global South and beyond. The program offers world-class academic and professional training in global health policy analysis, health systems, health economics and financing, crisis and emergency health policy, data and AI applications in health policy, and global health advocacy, diplomacy and leadership.
Mission
The mission of the Master in Global Health Policy is to educate, inspire and empower the next generation of ethically grounded global health leaders in Qatar, the Global South and beyond.
We strive to advance critical knowledge, analytical capacity and interdisciplinary skills to address complex global health challenges, strengthen resilient and equitable health systems, and improve population well-being through evidence-informed policy and practice. Through a rigorous and future-oriented curriculum, students are equipped to analyze, design, implement, and evaluate innovative health policies across diverse local, regional and international contexts.
The program fosters an inclusive and globally engaged learning environment that promotes excellence, integrity, compassion, equity, and social responsibility. We integrate perspectives from public policy, public health, economics, data and artificial intelligence, ethics and development studies to prepare graduates to lead in times of uncertainty, crisis and transformation.
The program enhances meaningful contributions to society through public service, global collaboration, and impactful research and practice. Our graduates aspire to communicate effectively, influence policy and drive sustainable and people-centered health outcomes at both the local and global levels.
Number of Current Students (as of Fall 2025)
| Program | Continuing | New First Time | Grand Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPP | 24 | 19 | 43 |
| MPPE | 14 | 10 | 24 |
| MGHP | 0 | 16 | 16 |
| Grand Total | 38 | 45 | 83 |
MGHP Graduation and Completion Statistics
| Enrollment Date | Fall 2025 |
| Graduation Date | Spring 2027 |
| Initial Enrollment | 16 |
| Transfer | 0 |
| Dismissal/Withdrawal | 2 |
| Effective Enrollment after Transfer/Dismissal/Withdrawal | 14 |
| Enrolled students who graduated on time - in 2 years | In Process |
| Enrolled students who graduated in 3 years | In Process |
| Enrolled students who graduated in 4 years | In Process |
The MGHP builds on core foundations in global health policy, health systems, health economics and financing, ethics, data and AI, and research methodology. It integrates analysis, applied research, and practical policy engagement from an interdisciplinary perspective.
Distinctive features include a strong focus on ethical and equitable health policymaking, crisis and emergency health policy, and real-world experience with health sector partners and international organizations. The program’s ambition is to create global health policy leaders who can think critically, act ethically and design solutions for resilient and inclusive health systems.
The MGHP is a 36-credit program taught in English and delivered face-to-face in a classroom setting over two years. It includes:
Core Courses
7 Core courses (21 credits)
Code Course Name GHP 601 Foundations of Global Health Policy GHP 602 Global Health Economics & Financing GHP 603 Health Systems in the Global South GHP 604 Data, AI and Methods in Contemporary Health Policy GHP 605 Health Policy in Crises & Emergency Settings GHP 606 Global Health Advocacy, Diplomacy and Leadership GHP 609 Research Methods Elective Courses
3 elective courses (9 credits) for the Capstone option or 2 elective courses (6 credits) for the Thesis option.
Code Course Name GHP 607 Designing & Implementing Health Policy GHP 608 Global Health and Ecological Resilience PEV 606 Foundations of Evaluation PEV 661 Benefit-Cost Analysis for Program Evaluation PPO 602 Ethics, Law, and Public Policy PPO 621 Economics for Public Policy Culminating Experience
GHP 690: Capstone Project (6 credits)
or
GHP 695: Thesis (9 credits)
Upon completion of the Master in Global Health Policy, graduates will be equipped to:
- Analyze global health policy challenges using relevant theories, frameworks and interdisciplinary evidence to make informed judgments in complex and dynamic policy environments.
- Apply appropriate policy and research tools to develop, assess and communicate feasible responses to contemporary global health challenges, taking into account context, equity, implementation constraints and competing stakeholder interests.
- Participate in and contribute to the global health policy process by engaging institutions, stakeholders and decision makers in the formulation, implementation, evaluation and improvement of policy.
- Communicate and interact productively, professionally and in culturally responsive ways with diverse communities, practitioners and policy audiences in global health settings.
- Apply and advance ethical, equitable and public-service-oriented principles in global health policy analysis, leadership, collaboration and decision-making.
The Master in Global Health Policy aims to:
- Provide students with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in global health policy, ethics, health systems, economics, data and research methods.
- Foster an inclusive learning environment for critical debate on global health challenges.
- Promote innovative and equitable approaches to strengthening resilient health systems.
- Advance evidence-informed scholarship and practice in global health policy.
- Prepare ethical leaders able to analyze and address complex health policy problems.
- Provide practical and collaborative opportunities to apply learning to real-world health challenges.
Values
Integrity – Commitment to ethical leadership, honesty, transparency, accountability, and equity in global health policy and practice.
Inclusivity – Promoting diversity, cultural responsiveness, equity, and respect for different communities, populations, and perspectives.
Collaboration – Fostering interdisciplinary engagement, critical thinking, global partnerships, and constructive dialogue.
Service – Dedication to improving population health, advancing social justice, and serving communities through impactful policy and leadership.
Resilience – Encouraging innovative, evidence-informed, and sustainable approaches to strengthening health systems and responding to global health challenges.
Applicants seeking admissions to the Master of Global Health Policy should have a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA out of 4.0) from a recognized university. Applicants from diverse academic backgrounds are welcome to apply, with preference given to those with experience in healthcare, public health, or policy-related fields.
Applicants are required to submit an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 to demonstrate their proficiency in English.
Further details about the language proficiency requirement and the process to seek exemption (where this is an option) are available on CPP Admissions.
Tuition Fees
| Program | Master Of Public Policy |
|---|---|
| Total Program Tuition Fees | QAR 90,000 |
| Tuition Fees per Credit Hour | QAR 2,500 |
| Total Program Credit Hours | 36 |
| Program Duration | 2 years |