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Health, Wellness, & Climate Change Administration

Online
34 Credits 2 Years

Why choose D'Youville?

The MS in Health, Wellness, & Climate Administration is perfect for anyone looking to expand their skill set to combine public health and environmental sustainability. With innovative coursework and mentorship skilled faculty, this program will equip students with transferable skills to meet the challenges of a warming world.

Climate change is already affecting health outcomes for individuals around the world. Heat-related illnesses, air quality issues, and zoonotic spillover are expected to continue and increase in the coming decades. Terms like ‘eco-grief’ and ‘climate anxiety’ are emerging to describe the strain a changing climate is putting on mental health. Despite these challenges, we believe that it is not too late to make a difference. If you are ready to be a leader in the work towards healthier humans and healthier planet then this program is for you!

Program at a Glance

Online
2 Years
34 Credits

Unique

First of its kind degree program
48%

of North American Companies have a Chief Sustainability Officer
34

Credits
Online

Modality

Program Spotlight

The MS in Health, Wellness, & Climate Administration prepares future leaders to tackle the growing health challenges of climate change with innovative coursework and expert mentorship. Gain the skills to address heat-related illnesses, air quality issues, and climate-driven health impacts while making a difference for both people and the planet.

Interdisciplinary: Integrates public health, environmental science, and policy for a well-rounded approach.
Diverse Cohort: Connect with peers from various backgrounds, fostering collaboration and global perspectives.
Community-Focused: Emphasizes real-world impact through engagement with local and global communities.
Transferable Skills: Develop expertise applicable across industries, from healthcare to sustainability leadership.
Customizable: Tailor coursework to align with individual career goals and interests.

Community Impact Project

As part of the degree, students will complete a final Community Impact Project in which they identify a need in their community, or other place of their choosing, related to the intersection of climate change and health. For example, a student might develop a plan for shade trees to reduce urban heat islands or a bike share to simultaneously reduce carbon emissions and promote exercise. Students will be mentored by faculty members as they research and propose their plan.

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Additional Program Information

Program Requirements

The MS in Health, Wellness, & Climate Administration (HWCA) is a 34 credit program which can be completed online in as little as two years. Students will complete 15 credit hours of courses on environmental courses with special emphasis on climate change and 15 credits in a mix of health administration and business courses. The diverse coursework will lay a foundation for students to navigate institutional structures and think systemically. To graduate, students must complete a capstone community impact project which is an opportunity to conduct research, formulate a plan, and communicate with the public. Students will be mentored by faculty throughout this project during the 4 credits of project advisement.

Program Objectives

Devise innovative solutions to human health and wellness challenges caused or exacerbated by climate change based on relevant credible research and data
Design strategic plans and policies based on wellness-centered and conservation-focused methods and economic, legal, and social environments into public health policy and action.
Implement original projects to address community-based needs
Communicate effectively in speech and writing to diverse audiences
Employ team-building and conflict-resolution leadership strategies to create a cohesive collaborative environment and accomplish tasks and goals

Sample Schedule

Year	Term	Course Code	Course Title	Credits
First Year	Fall	HAPH-615	Health Systems Organization & Management	3
		MBA-612	Legal Environment in Business	3
		NRS-600	Environment and Sustainability	3
		Total Credits		9
	Spring Summer	MBA-602	Theories of Economics	3
		NRS-601	Environmental Conservation	3
		Total Credits		6
		NRS-602	Urban Ecology	3
		MBA-611	Organizational Leadership	3
		Total Credits		6
Second Year	Fall	NRS-650	Project Advisement: Development	1
		NRS-603	Environmental Governance	3
		NRS-604	Decision Making in Natural Resource Management	3
		Total Credits		7
	Spring	NRS-655	Project Advisement: Implementation and Evaluation	3
		HAPH-682	Managerial Epidemiology	3
		Total Credits		6
Total Program Credits				34

Prerequisite Courses

There are no prerequisite courses required for admission to the Health, Wellness, and Climate Administration M.S. program. Students from all academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Enrollment Requirement

An undergraduate baccalaureate degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Exceptions for the GPA will be made for candidates with relevant work experience (decisions made on individual basis).
Candidates must submit the following with their application:

Cover letter
Resume/CV

Tuition & Fees

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