School of Public Health and Management
The School of Public Health and Management of Astana Medical University provides comprehensive training of specialists through quality education, practical activities, and involvement in scientific research. Our graduates are equipped with the tools to work effectively in the healthcare system and to promote scientific ideas.
History
The Faculty of “Medical and Preventive Care” was established in 2003. From 2012 to 2019, the specialty “Public Health” was part of the Faculty of Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Dentistry, with Assoc. Prof. A.A. Karibzhanov serving as Dean.
By decision of the Board of Directors of Astana Medical University No. 7 of July 24, 2019, the faculty was reorganized and the Faculty of Public Health and Management was established. In accordance with structural changes at the University, by decision of the Board of Directors No. 17 of May 30, 2022, the faculty was renamed the School of Public Health and Management.
Mission
Training qualified specialists and managers in the field of population health protection and sanitary-epidemiological well-being within undergraduate and graduate programs aimed at evidence-based prevention, development of research potential, and practice-oriented approaches in healthcare.
Areas of Professional Activity of Graduates
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healthcare;
- education;
- science;
- social protection;
- public administration.
Main Areas of the School’s Activities
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Implementation of educational programs in public health, sanitary-epidemiological well-being, and healthcare management, ensuring the training of specialists with modern knowledge and practical skills.
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Development of research and project activities on current issues of public health, disease prevention, and healthcare system improvement.
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Training of managerial staff for the healthcare system capable of making evidence-based decisions and implementing effective management models.
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Strengthening the preventive orientation and public health within the framework of educational, scientific, and practical initiatives of the University.
- Participation in shaping health policy through the integration of education, science, practice, and intersectoral cooperation.
Undergraduate Programs
1. “Medical and Preventive Care” – duration of study: 5 years. Graduates are awarded the academic degree Master of Public Health with the qualification of Physician-Hygienist, Epidemiologist. The program also provides shortened study terms for applicants with technical and vocational education backgrounds in Hygiene and Epidemiology or Laboratory Diagnostics.2. “Public Health” – duration of study: 5 years. Graduates are awarded the academic degree Bachelor of Public Health.
3. Joint Educational Program “Big Data in Healthcare”.
Master’s Programs
1. 7M10103 “Public Health” – 2 years, Master of Medical Sciences.
2. 7M10122 MBA “Healthcare Management” (professional) – 2 years, Master of Business Administration.
3. 7M10105 “Healthcare Management” – 2 years, Master of Medical Sciences.
4. 7M10110 “Nutrition Science” – 2 years, Master of Medical Sciences.
5. 7M10116 “Public Health” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
6. 7M10119 “Epidemiology” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
7. 7M10121 “Healthcare Management” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
8. 7M10128 “Biological Safety” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
9. 7M10127 EMBA “Hospital Management” – 1 year, Executive Master of Business Administration.
10. 7M10124 “Global Health” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
11. 7M10132 “Nutrition Science” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
12. 7M10131 “Gerontology” – 1 year, Master of Public Health.
Contacts
Address: Astana, 49a Beibitshilik Street, rooms 305, 311.
