This programme deals with the management, planning and policy issues for public health services in countries with developing health systems. It will help you acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for building new health services and improving existing health systems. You’ll learn to: • take a proactive role in problem-solving, critically reviewing evidence and arriving at informed decisions • design the investigation of a specific public health management issue, collect and analyse data, and make recommendations for further development • evaluate different strategies for disease control in order to select the most effective and feasible programmes • review policies, situations and issues in the field of health management, planning and policy-making, with particular reference strengthening health policy for government and NGO sectors. The programme also helps you to develop analytical thinking, independent learning and an awareness of continuing professional development opportunities. You’ll study in an international learning environment with fellow-professionals from a range of countries and areas of expertise.