In this course, you’ll examine how public health systems operate, the principles that guide them, and the strategies needed to drive meaningful change. Led by Dr. Jose Prabhu J, this course blends systems thinking with strategic frameworks to equip you for leadership in an evolving public health landscape. You’ll explore the essential functions of public health, learn to evaluate policy and program effectiveness, design behavior driven communication campaigns, and harness multi-sector collaboration to enhance health outcomes.



Public Health Principles: Systems and Strategies


Instructors: Starweaver Instructor Team
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What you'll learn
Identify key government roles, functions, and services in public health and their impact on overall population health.
Analyze public health strategies and demonstrate understanding of infrastructure, including vaccine data systems.
Examine effective health communication strategies to drive behavior change in public health programs.
Evaluate the impact of multi-sector collaboration on public health policy implementation.
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In this course, you’ll explore the structure, principles, and real-world applications of public health systems across diverse contexts. Through a strategic blend of systems thinking and leadership frameworks, you’ll learn to evaluate policy and program effectiveness, design behavior-driven communication campaigns, and foster multi-sector collaboration. You’ll also gain tools to drive meaningful change in public health, developing strategies that enhance population health outcomes in an evolving global landscape.
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