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Globalisation and health governance is the first instalment of the wider Global Health Challenges and Governance specialisation from Imperial College London's Global Master of Public Health (GMPH). The scope and content of this course has been developed from the ground up by a combined team of academics and practitioners drawing on a wealth of real-world public health experience as well as deep academic knowledge. Through short video lectures, readings and a wide range of interactive activities, learners will be immersed in the world of global health.

Designed for those new to the discipline, over four modules (intended for one week of learning each), learners will become familiar with the scope, history, principles, stakeholders and conceptual frameworks of global health, globalisation and governance. But there is also important foundational content for those coming from more experienced backgrounds, as the course builds upon a strong tradition of advocacy in public health and broad perspective of the global health context by exploring institutional, economic, socio-cultural and ecological determinants of population health. By the end of the course, learners will be able to confidently describe how globalisation impacts health and health governance at local, national and multilateral levels, and craft well-reasoned, evidence-based arguments about global health challenges.

The subsequent courses require the knowledge from this course, as learners will take a deep dive into migration health and climate change by applying their foundational global health knowledge and advocacy skills to these important global health challenges.

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Welcome to Global Health Challenges and Governance

Introduction to Global Health, Globalisation and Global Health Governance

This module introduces you to the scope, origins and definitions of the key concepts of global health, globalisation and global health governance. The module begins by reviewing different definitions of global health, and how global health is distinguished from the related fields of public health and international health. We also begin to explore globalisation as a world-wide phenomenon and discuss various drivers and forms of global change and their relationship with globalisation processes. You are then introduced to the concept of governance before contrasting ideas of global health governance and governance for global health.

Globalisation and Health

This module begins by exploring the ongoing debates regarding the positive and negative impacts of globalisation. Learners are then introduced to conceptual frameworks for understanding the connection between globalisation and health, settling on a model which explicitly visualises that globalisation affects the institutional, economic, social-cultural and ecological determinants of population health, and that the globalisation process mainly operates at the contextual level, while influencing health through its more distal and proximal determinants. Learners are then presented with two argumentative techniques used in advocacy before practicing these rhetorical skills to evaluate and formulate arguments for the positive and negative impacts of globalisation.

The State, Intergovernmental and Non-government Global Health Actors

This module takes learners through a very rapid and concise history of international health cooperation and global health governance, before outlining the current global health governance landscape and identifying all the main actors. We then examine the consequences of globalisation for the state as a political entity and highlight the crucial role played by the state within the structure of global health governance. We then introduce learners to the key intergovernmental institutions and non-government actors currently engaged in global public health, including the WHO, the World Bank and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Global Health Partnerships and Commercial Actors

This module examines the role of different global health partnerships in global health, such as the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria. We introduce learners to commercial actors and the impact they have on global health policy. We then return to the conceptual framework introduced in module 2 to explore the influence of the global health governance system on the relationship between globalisation and population health.

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First installment of the wider Global Health Challenges and Governance specialization

Provides a foundational understanding of global health, globalization, and governance for those new to the discipline

Taught by experienced academics and practitioners, offering a wealth of real-world public health experience and deep academic knowledge

Covers the scope, history, principles, stakeholders, and conceptual frameworks of global health, globalization, and governance

Provides an important foundation for those with more experienced backgrounds by exploring institutional, economic, socio-cultural, and ecological determinants of population health

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Learners who complete Globalisation and health governance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Global Health Policy Analyst

Global Health Policy Analysts analyze healthcare policies and make recommendations to improve healthcare outcomes. They may also work to develop and implement new policies. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Global Health Policy Analysts better understand the complexities of global health policy and make more informed recommendations.

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International Development Officer

International Development Officers work to improve the lives of people in developing countries. They may work for non-profit organizations, government agencies, or international organizations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help International Development Officers better understand the challenges facing developing countries and develop more effective programs to address them.

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Global Health Program Manager

Global Health Program Managers oversee the implementation of global health programs. They may work for non-profit organizations, government agencies, or international organizations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Global Health Program Managers better understand the challenges of implementing global health programs and develop more effective strategies.

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Health Economist

Health Economists analyze the economic costs and benefits of healthcare interventions. They may also work to develop and implement policies to improve healthcare efficiency. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Health Economists better understand the economic factors that influence healthcare decisions and develop more effective policies.

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Epidemiologist

Epidemiologists investigate the causes of disease and develop strategies to prevent and control outbreaks. They may work for government agencies, non-profit organizations, or research institutions. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Epidemiologists better understand the global factors that influence disease transmission and develop more effective prevention and control strategies.

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Health Policy Analyst

Health Policy Analysts analyze healthcare policies and make recommendations to improve healthcare outcomes. They may also work to develop and implement new policies. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Health Policy Analysts better understand the complexities of healthcare policy and make more informed recommendations.

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Public Health Nurse

Public Health Nurses work to improve the health of communities. They may work for government agencies, non-profit organizations, or schools. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Public Health Nurses better understand the global factors that influence health and develop more effective community health programs.

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Health Care Administrator

Health Care Administrators plan, direct, and coordinate the delivery of healthcare services. They may work for hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare organizations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Health Care Administrators better understand the global factors that influence healthcare delivery and develop more effective strategies for managing healthcare organizations.

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Global Health Advocate

Global Health Advocates work to improve health outcomes in developing countries. They may work for non-profit organizations, government agencies, or international organizations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Global Health Advocates better understand the challenges facing developing countries and develop more effective advocacy strategies.

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Nonprofit Manager

Nonprofit Managers oversee the operations of nonprofit organizations. They may work for organizations that focus on a variety of issues, including health, education, and social services. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Nonprofit Managers better understand the global factors that influence nonprofit work and develop more effective strategies for managing nonprofit organizations.

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Social Worker

Social Workers help people cope with difficult life challenges. They may work for government agencies, non-profit organizations, or schools. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Social Workers better understand the global factors that influence social problems and develop more effective strategies for helping people in need.

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Teacher

Teachers educate students in a variety of subjects. They may work for public or private schools, or for non-profit organizations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Teachers better understand the global factors that influence education and develop more effective strategies for teaching students about global health issues.

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Journalist

Journalists write, edit, and produce news stories for a variety of media outlets. They may work for newspapers, magazines, websites, or television and radio stations. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Journalists better understand the global factors that influence health and develop more effective strategies for reporting on global health issues.

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Lawyer

Lawyers represent clients in legal matters. They may work for law firms, corporations, or government agencies. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Lawyers better understand the legal issues surrounding global health and develop more effective strategies for representing clients in global health matters.

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Management Consultant

Management Consultants help organizations improve their performance. They may work for consulting firms, or for individual companies. This course provides a foundation in global health governance, globalization's impact on health, and the role of different actors in global health. This knowledge can help Management Consultants better understand the global factors that influence organizational performance and develop more effective strategies for helping organizations achieve their goals.

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