What is the difference between a Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Public Health (MPH)?

An MPA prepares individuals for leadership roles in government and nonprofit organizations. The curriculum emphasizes public policy, budgeting, and organizational management. Graduates often find careers in government agencies, consulting firms, nonprofits or advocacy groups. Conversely, an MPH focuses on improving population health through prevention and disease control. Core coursework includes epidemiology, biostatistics, and health education. MPH graduates frequently work in public health departments, healthcare organizations, non-profit health organizations or research institutions.