Mission

The Health Policy & Management Program at Providence College prepares undergraduate students for entry-level positions in health services management, health policymaking, and public health practice. It also provides a strong foundation for graduate study. The Program builds on the students' liberal arts background and it values interdisciplinary study. It seeks to develop future decision makers and leaders who will navigate the complexities of the health care system with competence and compassion. The Program also seeks to bridge scholarly and practical knowledge and to generate original research to serve the needs of our communities now and into the future. By providing opportunities for personal growth and development in preparation for service to the community, the Program serves the College mission and reflects the tradition of the Dominican order.

Vision

The Health Policy & Management Program will be an innovator in the education of undergraduate students aspiring to serve their communities in the fields of health services management, health policymaking, and public health practice. The Program's distinctive scope of perspectives will provide a unique training ground for those who will lead in the development of healthier communities through professional practice, research, and service.