The major places a strong emphasis on values of advocacy for the public good, health promotion, and disease prevention. Individuals may select among three tracks for skill development within the program consistent with their background and professional goals.
Students have the opportunity to earn dual degrees.
Graduates of Public Health Administration are employed in settings such as health departments, disease prevention and health promotion programs, health systems agencies, managed care systems, community health centers, ambulatory care and long term care facilities. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veterans status, or sexual orientation.