Agenda for Strengthening Master of Public Health Courses in India: FRAME India Initiative
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: India needs a skilled and responsive public health workforce. Masters in Public Health (MPH) has emerged as an important source of these professionals in addition to postgraduation in community medicine. Since 1990, many universities and schools are offering MPH course with little quality control and standardization resulting in concerns on the employability of graduates. One of the concerns is that MPH programs, though borrowed from US model, need to be adapted to the Indian context and also maintain its interdisciplinary nature. This requires a review of eligibility criteria, competencies, curriculum, exit exams and career pathways. The FRAME India Initiative, by a group of like-minded senior faculty from publicly funded MPH schools, aims to develop a shared understanding on these issues. It will work with all stakeholders to ensure that the goal of strengthened and standardized MPH programs in India is met.
Institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, Sree Chitra Thirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, University of Hyderabad, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Institute of Epidemiology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health, National Institute of Health and Family Welfare, Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Jawaharlal Nehru University
Language: English
Subfield: General Health Professions
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $80
OpenAlex ID: W7140804955