Boston University

Overview

The Business Administration and Public Health dual degree program at Boston University merges advanced business training with public health knowledge, equipping graduates to excel at the intersection of healthcare, policy, and organizational leadership. Students will earn both an MBA from the Questrom School of Business and an MPH from the School of Public Health.

• Awarded degrees: MBA (Questrom) + MPH (SPH)
• Program type: Dual degree (integrated graduate study)
• Delivery: On-campus (Boston University)
• Credits: Completion through combined MBA and MPH requirements (exact credit total varies based on individual track and prior coursework)
• Language of instruction: English
• Application fee: $85 (nonrefundable)
• English tests (examples): IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo English Test 125

What you'll study

This dual degree program is structured to integrate the core requirements of both the MBA and MPH, fostering a comprehensive skill set in management and public health.

Business Administration (MBA) – sample coursework

• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Organizations, Markets, and Society
• Career Management
• Leadership Communications
• Team Coaching
• Finance

Public Health (MPH) – academic focus

MPH coursework typically covers population health, health systems, epidemiology, and biostatistics, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to prevention and intervention planning. Students will also complete specific public health practice requirements and/or capstone components, depending on their chosen track.

Capstone / culminating work

Students will fulfill the culminating requirements of both the MPH and MBA programs, which may include a capstone project, practicum, or other integrative assessments aligned with public health practice and business leadership.

Entry requirements

Career prospects

Graduates of the Business Administration and Public Health dual degree program are well-prepared for leadership roles in a variety of sectors, including healthcare management, public health policy, non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies. This unique combination of skills equips them to address complex health challenges and drive positive change within communities and organizations.