Management, Policy, and Community Health
Our mission is to equip students with the tools to effectively lead health departments, government agencies, healthcare organizations, research endeavors, and community health programs.
About
Shaping visionary leaders in the future of healthcare and public health
In the department of Management, Policy, and Community Health (MPACH), we strike a harmonious balance between academic rigor and practical involvement.
Equipping students with the tools to lead health departments, government agencies, healthcare organizations, research facilities, and culturally sensitive programs is our mission.
We teach a variety of professionals and prepare all for work in healthcare, medical industries, social science research, health departments, non-profits, and community-based organizations – all collaborating to enhance both clinical and societal well-being.
Our faculty creates a dynamic learning environment that seamlessly integrates real-world insights with classroom theories, drawing from their own experiences as well as the knowledge our students share. This constructive intersection between real-world experience and formal education enriches our curriculum and fosters a vibrant culture of engagement and mentorship throughout our department.
Message from Chair
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Message from Chair
Aanand D. Naik, MD
Professor and Chair
"We eagerly anticipate offering you an enriching intellectual home within the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health and supporting your journey to make a meaningful impact in the field of public health."
Latest Department News
Shannon Forkus, PhD, the newest faculty member in San Antonio, is a veteran and mental health researcher
Shannon Forkus, PhD, is the newest faculty member to join the San Antonio location of the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, bringing her unique blend of military service, clinical training, and behavioral health research to her role as an assistant professor.
Latest Department News
- Liang honored for research highlighting mental health of family caregivers
- Fall 2025 cohort of the Executive Certificate in Healthcare Management & Leadership
- Alexandra Willis earns national recognition at AUPHA annual conference
- UTHealth Houston Fleming Center Launches Inaugural Executive Certificate in Healthcare Management & Leadership with Student-Led Innovation Showcase
MPACH by the Numbers
1600+
MPACH Graduates
34%
Graduates Pursue Career in Research
40%
Graduates Pursue Careers in Healthcare Delivery
12
Dual Degrees
59+
Countries Represented by Faculty and Students
Careers in Management, Policy and Community Health
- Healthcare
- Medical Industries
- Social Science Research
- Health Departments
- Non-profits
- Community-based Organizations
Testimonials
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I've seen first-hand how all of our classes really help in internships and different aspects of healthcare
— Ria Menon
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It is incredibly rewarding to know that I will be able to enhance the quality of patient care and experience, and advocate for health equity.
— Tony Stallings, MPH
