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EVANS SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICE AND GIVERNANCE INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM IN PUBLIC HEALTH LEADERSHIP (IPPHL)

Application Deadline: 15 October, 2023

LOCATION: USA

The International Program in Public Health Leadership is an eight-month program for emerging leaders working in or closely with African Ministries of Health. A flagship program of the Evans School at the University of Washington, IPPHL expands the policy and leadership acumen of leaders to develop and implement lasting public policy solutions and transform health systems. 

ELIGIBILITY:

Mid-career public health professional from Africa, working in government, for a government initiative/partner, or entity at the federal, regional, state, or provincial level 

Responsible for managing public health program(s) with supervisory responsibilities, either individual staff or a team; Accountable for the performance of public health programs and/or for managing front-line health workers 

Holds a degree related to public health or  is a medical professional 

A citizen and resident of a country in Africa 

Strong English-language skills, and the ability to articulate the various policy or program implementation challenges that they deal with in public health

A statement of willingness from your organization to participate in elements of the program that require their input such as surveys. 

BENEFIT:

The program is fully funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and partners with the Center for Creative Leadership.

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THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM AT UC BERKELEY

Application Deadline: Through the fall of 2028.

LOCATION: USA

The University of California, Berkeley has partnered with The Mastercard Foundation(link is external) in a collaborative, global network of education institutions and non-profit organizations that believe education is a catalyst for social and economic advancement. The Scholars Program aims to develop a cohort of ethical, entrepreneurial, and energetic young leaders who will drive and lead socio-economic transformation in Africa.

ELIGIBILITY:

Being a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country

Having academic talent

Demonstrating leadership potential

Having demonstrated the commitment to give back to your community, country, or continent

Having expressed the desire and intention to return to your home country after completing your studies

Master’s degree applicants must first apply to a graduate progam before they will be considered for the Mastercard Foundations Scholars Program. Not all degree programs are eligible. Here is a list of Master’s Degree programs. 

Graduate application deadlines vary by program. Please visit the Graduate Division Admissions Website(link is external) for up to date information on:

Program deadlines

BENEFIT:

Mastercard Foundation Scholars receive a comprehensive scholarship equivalent to the costs associated with earning a master’s degree, which includes travel, tuition, Berkeley student fees, visa and SEVIS fees, housing, food, living expenses, and cohort signature programs which will focus on leadership and entrepreneurship.

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