Online M.P.H./M.B.A. Dual Degree
Gain Business and Public Health Skills in Our Dual Degree Program
Online Courses
3 – 3.5 Years
64 Credit Hours
$800 per Credit
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Develop Multidisciplinary Expertise to Take Your Career Even Further
- Apply By: 08/25/25
- Start Class: 08/25/25
The dual Master of Business Administration/Master of Public Health (M.P.H./M.B.A.) online degree program can propel your advancement to public health leadership. Benedictine University offers an efficient learning experience, as you will take fewer courses than students who pursue each degree individually. This dual master’s program includes high-quality coursework, with accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for the M.P.H. degree.
Program Highlights
- Earn an M.P.H./M.B.A. online in a single program
- Transfer credits accepted
- Each term lasts eight weeks
- Study full- or part-time
M.B.A./M.P.H. Dual Degree Program Details
Curriculum
Advanced Courses for Careers in Public Health Leadership
21 Courses*
Includes an M.P.H. Internship
The online M.P.H./M.B.A. program is comprised of 24 courses — or 21 courses for students who meet the requirements to waive three M.B.A. foundation courses. While completing this dual degree online, you will engage in studies at the intersection of business and public health, from managerial economics and operations management to biostatistics and epidemiology.
The M.P.H. component of our dual degree program includes a supervised internship, enabling you to apply course concepts in a health-related agency. This experiential aspect of the program also provides opportunities to explore and establish your professional goals.
Course Highlights
- PBHL 6898 Community Health Analysis
- PBHL 5506 Leadership and Management in Health Organizations
- MNGT 5101 Organizational Behavior
- MKTG 6101 Brand and Marketing Management
Admissions Requirements
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Application Deadline August 25, 2025
Start Date August 25, 2025
To begin the dual M.P.H./M.B.A. program online, students must be accepted into both degree programs. You will complete one degree in its entirety before starting courses for the second degree. After completing your studies, you will earn two diplomas. We offer a simple admissions process with no application fees or testing requirements, making it easier to get started.
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
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| Degree and Minimum GPA | A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Students with an undergraduate GPA of 2.5 to 2.9 will be considered for conditional admission based on other aspects of their admissions file. |
| Transcripts | Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. |
| Transfer Credits | To qualify for transfer credit, the course must be an appropriate graduate-level course completed with a grade of “B” or better within the last five years at a regionally accredited college or university to be reviewed by the faculty, department chair and/or program director for approval. |
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International Admission Requirements
Students around the world can complete our dual M.P.H./M.B.A. online to gain in-demand skills for business and public health careers. In addition to the standard admission requirements, international students must provide the following items.
| Foreign Transcript Evaluation | A three-year bachelor’s degree program must be deemed equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree program by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), World Education Services (WES) or Educational Perspectives in order to qualify for admission to a graduate program. |
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| English Language Proficiency | International students applying to graduate programs must meet one of the following requirements on a proficiency exam:
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Tuition & Aid
Review the Tuition for Earning Your M.P.H./M.B.A. Online
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Benedictine University strives to deliver a solid return on investment for students who complete the dual M.P.H./M.B.A. program online. We offer competitive tuition, and our admissions counselors can help you explore a variety of financial aid options.
| Cost per Credit Hour | $800 |
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| Total Number of Credit Hours | 64 |
| Total Estimated Tuition | $51,200 |
| Additional Fees | $125 student services fee per semester |
| Other Costs to Budget For | The estimated tuition cost does not include factors like textbooks or other expenses. |
Proud to Support Our Military Students
Benedictine University is grateful for the service of the men and women of the U.S. military. We participate in the Yellow Ribbon program and offer a Military Scholarship to active-duty and veteran service members. Additionally, our admissions team can help you make the most of the education benefits available through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
We strive to provide valuable returns as you progress through your online program and career. To make your program cost-effective, we can help you explore financial aid options, scholarships, military benefits and more. Plus, learn how tuition reimbursement programs help you save money while earning a career-aligned degree.
Tuition DetailsThe Public Health Internship Experience
Through the internship experience, you will apply what you have learned through hands-on practice under our faculty’s direct supervision. Whether you are looking to advance with your current employer or position yourself for a new career, the internship will give you 240 hours of field experience that can strengthen your resume.
Intern With Your Current Organization
We understand that returning to school, managing a full-time career and completing an internship can be a heavy workload. If you already work in your desired field, you can complete your internship with your current employer if you meet these requirements:
- You’ll be engaged in activities that are not a part of your regular job.
- Your employer will guarantee that the required clock hours for the internship don’t overlap with the hours for which you’re already compensated under your current employment contract.
- There will be a qualified preceptor (master’s degree trained personnel in a field related to public health) within the place of employment who can oversee the internship experience.
What Can an Online M.P.H./M.B.A. Dual Degree Do for Your Career?
You will acquire an in-depth understanding of management, finance, accounting, marketing, strategic planning, international business and entrepreneurship in this program. The courses also impart knowledge for leadership roles in public health environments, such as managing a community health agency or working in a corporate wellness department.
Recent data shows 14.4% of Americans aged 25 and older have earned a master’s or another advanced degree.1 By acquiring two master’s degrees, you will further diversify your skillset and set yourself up for an array of management positions.
A career that dual M.P.H./M.B.A. graduates can consider is medical and health services manager. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be an average of about 61,400 job openings for these managers each year from 2023 to 2033.2
Is Completing a Dual M.P.H./M.B.A. Online Right for Me?
Are you interested in careers that demand business and public health expertise? With this dual degree program, you can establish a versatile set of competencies through one convenient program.
| M.B.A. | M.P.H. | Dual M.P.H./M.B.A. |
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| 1 – 2 years of school, 1 degree | 2 years of school, 1 degree | 3 – 3.5 years of school, 2 degrees |
| Learn advanced business management skills | Master skills and concepts specific to public health | Acquire business and public health management skills |
| Fully online program | Online program with an internship | Online program with an internship |
| 10 – 14 courses | 14 courses | 21 – 24 courses |
Careers to Pursue After Completing the M.P.H./M.B.A. Program Online
Benedictine designed the online M.P.H./M.B.A. dual degree to instill a broad skill set for public health leadership roles. Get started now to prepare for a variety of career paths, such as managing a community health agency or working in a corporate wellness department. You’ll capitalize on an array of career services as a Benedictine student and an alum, including job search assistance and our alumni network.
Explore CareersCareer Outlook for Medical and Health Services Managers
Projected Job Growth 29% from 2023 to 20332
Median Annual Salary $117,960 in May 20242
What You’ll Learn
The dual Master of Public Health/Master of Business Administration online degree program aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a leader in public health. Complete the program to build competencies that apply to career paths in business and public health.
Program Outcomes
- Define supply-and-demand concepts and understand their impact on consumer behavior and business decision-making.
- Evaluate a modern enterprise’s financial well-being and analyze corporate financial statements.
- Understand macro- and microeconomic concepts and analytical tools to confront economic issues and policies.
- Build productive teams that can work collaboratively with each other and produce excellent results.
- Analyze and solve public health problems with statistical methods.
- Prevent and control public health problems by analyzing patterns of disease and injury.
- Improve population health problems through research.
- Implement a culturally competent and ethical approach to public health practice, research, policy development and health disparities.
Follow Our Faculty to the Forefront of In-Demand Fields
Benedictine University’s faculty members bring tremendous professional experience to the classroom. As distinguished instructors and industry leaders, they commit to publishing new findings and pioneering new possibilities in their fields. Thanks to our small student-to-faculty ratio, you will receive personal support throughout your online program.
Julie Bjorkman, Associate Dean, Assistant Professor, Goodwin College of Business
Director, Arthur J. Schmitt Future Leaders Scholarship Program
Faculty Spotlight: Julie Bjorkman, Ph.D.
Dr. Bjorkman has been full-time with Benedictine for eight years, after a 25-year career in corporate environments working in organization development (OD), HR transformation, change communications and employee engagement. Her professional experiences with multinational corporations such as GE, HSBC, British Petroleum, Allstate, Sara Lee and Takeda Pharmaceuticals have given her a wealth of on-the-job experience with organizational change and leadership development. She is a published author on change communication and continues to conduct research, write and consult with organizations on this topic.
Education
- Ph.D. – Organization Development, Benedictine University
- Master’s Degree – Organization Development, Case Western Reserve University
- Bachelor’s Degree – English, John Carroll University
Faculty Spotlight: Krishna Bhagat, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.C.H.E.S.®
Dr. Krishna Bhagat is an assistant professor in the Department of Public Health. Dr. Bhagat has experience managing large-scale research studies at an independent research company called NORC at the University of Chicago. She is also very passionate about addressing public health issues that affect societies across the globe and spent four years helping to develop, lead and teach an immersive Global Public Health program for undergraduate students.
Dr. Bhagat’s research interests include examining taken-for-granted public health ‘stories’ from a more critical lens so that we can work together to promote health in more holistic, effective, inclusive and safer ways.
Dr. Bhagat is also the on-campus student adviser and works closely with the Public Health Student Organization. She is happy to set aside time to speak with students about their career aspirations or opportunities to be involved in research or service projects in public health.
Education
- Minor in South Asian Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Bachelor’s in Sociology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Bachelor’s in Gender and Women’s Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Master’s in Public Health – International Health and Social and Behavioral Sciences, Boston University
- Ph.D. in Behavioral and Community Health, University of Maryland, College Park
Krishna Bhagat, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.C.H.E.S.®, Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health
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Sources and Disclaimer
- United States Census Bureau. “Census Bureau Releases New Educational Attainment Data.” Retrieved February 14, 2025, from https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2022/educational-attainment.html.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved May 14, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm.
*Depending on an applicant’s previous experience and background, additional foundation courses may be required.