Public Health

If you do an MPH in Health Policy, Economics, and Finance from TISS, then yes, this can be considered eligible for the Indian Economic Service (IES) exam. For the IES exam, you only need to have a graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks from any recognised university.

Check the link provided below for more information:

IES 2025: Applications, Notification, Vacancies, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Dates & Exam News

Here is a list of the major subjects typically covered in a Master of Public Health (MPH) program:

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Environmental Health
• Health Policy and Management
• Social and Behavioral Sciences
• Public Health Ethics
• Global Health
• Health Education and Communication
• Occupational Health
• Research Methods in Public Health
• Community Health
• Public Health Nutrition

Ease of an MPH course depends on your background, interests and also study habits. If candidates have a strong foundation in health sciences, Biology or even a related field they will find coursework more manageable.

But MPH course involves a mix of quantitative and qualitative research, epidemiology, health policy and lso management subjects which can be challenging.

With dedication and consistent effort many students find MPH course rewarding and achievable.

Yes an MPH course from India can be valid in US but it's not automatic - it depends on Indian university's accreditation, experience and also requirements of US employers.

No an MPH is not a doctorate. MPH is a PG course which is about public health practice and management.

MPH provide individuals with knowledge and skills needed to address public health challenges at community, regional, national and even global levels.

In India, the level-wise annual salary after completing an MPH can vary based on several factors, including the level of experience, the specific sector or organization, geographic location, and the specific role within public health. 

Here is a general overview of potential salary ranges at different levels:

• Entry-Level: INR 3 - 6 LPA

• Mid-Level: INR 6 - 10 LPA

• Senior-Level: INR 10 - 20 LPA

The average annual salary of an MPH is INR 6.6 LPA, while that of an MHA is INR 4.8 LPA.

The earning potential of graduates with an MPH or MHA in India can vary depending on several factors, including the individual's experience, the specific job role, the location of employment, and the sector they work in. 

Both MPH and MHA graduates have the potential to earn competitive salaries, but the earning difference may depend on the roles they choose. Here's a general comparison:

Candidates can check MPH eligibility criteria below:

• Candidate should have passed graduation with at least 60% marks.

• Candidate should have completed graduation in either of following programmes Medicine, AYUSH, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Veterinary Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or Allied and Health Sciences.

• Graduation in courses such as Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Statistics, Biostatistics, Management, Engineering, Demography, Population Studies, Nutrition, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, Social Work, Economics, Law or any equivalent qualifications is also considered valid for admission to MPH programme.

There is only one college that offers MPH course in online mode. Indian School of Technology and Management offers course caled 'Online Masters in Public Health'. Total tuition fees for MPH course is 55,900.