Master of Science in Population Health Sciences

Course Overview The Master of Science in Population Health Sciences (MSPHS) at Keck Graduate Institute prepares students to improve patient care, advance health equity, and enhance healthcare delivery performance. Blending population health, pharmaceutical care, and system-level transformation, the program equips graduates with a powerful interdisciplinary skillset. With a strong emphasis on data science, students learn to apply advanced analytics, informatics, AI, and machine learning to reduce disparities and optimize clinical and economic outcomes. Key Program Highlights Interdisciplinary curriculum spanning economics, marketing, pharmacy practice, health services research, epidemiology, and regulatory science Strong emphasis on data science and applied analytics for improving clinical, economic, and population health outcomes Collaborative learning with KGI faculty, healthcare systems, payors, and industry partners Active-learning pedagogy featuring case-based inquiry, real-world projects, and peer collaboration Capstone project tailored to each student’s professional goals and interests