Master of Public Health

Applications for Michigan’s MPH are now open!

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Master of Public Health

University of Michigan

Applications for Fall 2025 are now open!

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Accredited diploma

Offered by University of Michigan

Taught in English

Engage in group discussions with professors and peers

24 months

42 credit hours

100% online

The MPH degree offers true flexibility

$50,000 - 55,000 USD*

*A student's tuition rate is determined by residency.

Academics

When you earn your MPH degree, you’ll be able to:

Learn to interpret and analyze population health data using epidemiological methods. Separate fact from fiction in health statistics, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and address social determinants of health disparities. Understand public health systems, design effective programs, and advocate for policies. Gain comprehensive insights into public health professions, employing both qualitative and quantitative methods to enhance evidence-based practices in fields like environmental health.

Flexibility
Find your passion in foundational courses covering each area of public health before choosing electives that fit your unique needs - working towards your degree in a flexible format and timeline that works for you..
Program length
The curriculum has been designed to be completed in two years.
Language
Taught in English
Learn on mobile
Take your studies on the go with mobile-friendly learning on iOS and Android. Some assignments can’t be completed on a mobile device.

Admissions Information

Upcoming Dates for Fall 2025

  • Application starts: 9/1/24
  • Priority deadline: 2/15/25
  • Standard deadline: 5/15/25

Admissions Information

Upcoming Dates for Fall 2025

  • Application starts: 9/1/24
  • Priority deadline: 2/15/25
  • Standard deadline: 5/15/25
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Not ready to enroll in the iMSA? Earn a credential that transfers credit into the degree.

These graduate certificates stack directly into the Master of Science in Accountancy (iMSA). Each of the high engagement courses that comprise these certificates carry University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign graduate credit.

Graduate Certificate in Accounting Data Analytics : Learn how to synthesize and communicate data-intensive information, findings and conclusions, and develop the job-ready skills to solve accounting and business challenges.

Learn more about this certificate

CPA Pathways Graduate Certificate: Build technical knowledge and skills in financial accounting, taxation, and accounting data analytics as you prepare for the Uniform CPA Examination®.

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Accounting Foundations Graduate Certificate: Develop job-ready skills with the top accounting faculty in the nation in as little as eight months.

Learn more about this certificate

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Curriculum

This course highlights the conceptual framework and financial statements. It also provides in-depth analysis of accounting issues related to the measurement, recognition and disclosure of current and non-current assets, and revenue recognition.

Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.

This course will cover the measurement and reporting of a firm's liabilities and shareholders' equity. Topics include contingencies, subsequent events, bonds, leases, deferred taxes, pensions, equity transactions, and earning per share.

Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.

Introduction to management accounting principles, as used to facilitate and align internal decisions made by managers and employees. Topics include analytical tools and techniques to address common business problems, cost information systems, budgeting, and strategic performance measurement systems.

Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.

Introduction to conceptual and applied material in the field of auditing. Emphasizes the audit process, reporting, and professional responsibilities.

Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.

Introduction to historical and conceptual as well as applied material in the accounting area of federal taxation; emphasizes the provisions of the tax law relevant to accounting measurement methods.

Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.

Students in the iMSA program will be able to choose from a list of electives to fulfill their degree requirements. Some electives include:

  • Data Analytics for Management Accounting
  • Data Analytics Foundations for Accountancy
  • Statistical Analytics for Accountancy
  • Data Analytics Applications in Accounting
  • Risk Management and Innovation

View a full list of available electives.

Concentrations:

  • Accounting Analytics

Specializations or Emphasis Areas:

  • Taxation
  • Corporate Governance & International Business
  • Finance
  • Information Technology & Control
  • Supply Chain Management

Learn more about the concentrations and specializations.