To apply for the doctorate in global healthcare leadership program, you must:
- Hold a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on all graduate coursework.
- Submit an official transcript from each institution you attended for post-secondary
academic studies.
- Provide three letters of reference from individuals who can speak to your readiness
for doctoral studies, such as former professors or advisors.
- Submit a statement of intent that includes your reasons for pursuing a PhD in Global
Leadership, details of your career and research interests, your projected dissertation
focus in Global Healthcare Leadership and your plans for an international internship.
Specify the region or country where you'd like to conduct your internship based on
your research interests.
- Provide a writing sample of up to 1,000 words. The topic for the Global Healthcare Leadership specialization is "Healthcare in the 21st Century," and this sample will be used
to assess your research, writing and analytical skills.
These materials will help the Doctoral Admission Committee evaluate your academic
preparation and fit for the program.
Through the Global Health Care specialization international internship, gaining firsthand
experience with international leadership challenges. With the help of a faculty advisor,
you'll choose an internship tailored to your goals. Internship lengths vary depending
on your chosen experience, but you must spend at least 12-14 days, including travel,
in your host country. This experience will sharpen your leadership skills, preparing
you to lead in healthcare organizations anywhere in the world.
