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Harvard Medical School - Dept. of Global Health and Social Medicine


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    Program Details

    The MMSc-GHD program spans two years. During year one, students take classes across Harvard University. During year two, students complete an on-site mentored research project.*Please note that this program does not offer clinical training and that there is neither coursework nor project work involving direct patient care.

    Timeline

    Review a timeline for the 2020-2022 program.

    Thesis

    Each MMSc-GHD student completes a mentored on-site thesis project in global health. More information on these thesis projects are available at the students and alumni page.

    Program Outcomes

    Graduates from the MMSc-GHD program have attained leadership roles including:

    • Executive Director
    • Chief Operating Officer
    • Chief Programs Officer
    • Senior Medical Director
    • Medical Director
    • Chief of Mission, NGO
    • Program Director
    • Senior Clinical Program Manager
    • Research Scientist, Ministry of Health
    • Entrepreneur

    We invite you to learn more about the MMSc-GHD program on this website. Many answers to questions can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

    Program Details

    The MMSc-GHD program spans two years. During year one, students take classes across Harvard University. During year two, students complete an on-site mentored research project.*Please note that this program does not offer clinical training and that there is neither coursework nor project work involving direct patient care.

    Timeline

    Review a timeline for the 2020-2022 program.

    Thesis

    Each MMSc-GHD student completes a mentored on-site thesis project in global health. More information on these thesis projects are available at the students and alumni page.

    Program Outcomes

    Graduates from the MMSc-GHD program have attained leadership roles including:

    • Executive Director
    • Chief Operating Officer
    • Chief Programs Officer
    • Senior Medical Director
    • Medical Director
    • Chief of Mission, NGO
    • Program Director
    • Senior Clinical Program Manager
    • Research Scientist, Ministry of Health
    • Entrepreneur

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