Foundations of International Health

4 Credits.

Provides an overview of foundational approaches and issues in International Health, preparing students to gain the skills and attributes needed to work in global public health. Examines conditions faced by disadvantaged populations, primarily in low and middle income countries (LMICs), and pathways to achieving better health outcomes. Applies principles of health equity and social justice in analyzing global health policies and programs, and develops skills to apply different frameworks for diverse types of public health intervention. Students develop and articulate evidence-informed arguments concerning public health strategies in different contexts, and practice communication skills that demonstrate respect for other cultures and perspectives. They use a range of tools to prepare for work in global public health, including how to conduct situational analyses across a range of settings, how to analyze scale-up, sustainability, and equity, and how to move research into practice.