Established in 1980, the MS in health promotion management at American University was the first degree of its kind. Our unique program integrates business, science, and the art of health promotion — and offers an Online MS option launching in 2020.

Develop managerial skills with scientific and clinical knowledge through coursework in a variety of areas, including: exercise physiology, human biochemistry, behavioral psychology, and nutrition. Focus your elective coursework in one of the following areas of emphasis:

Corporate Health
Health Communication
Health Policy
Global Health
Nutrition Education
Full-time students generally complete course requirements in two years. Part-time study is available, and classes are taught both during the day and in the evening to accommodate working professionals and career switchers.

See complete on-campus Admissions & Course Requirements.

The health field is a top-growth area in the job market. Our graduates put their expertise to work promoting and improving health and wellness-locally, nationally, and globally. Here are just a few companies that employ graduates of our program:

Wellness Corporate Solutions
Mayo Clinic
Pan American Health Organization
Partnership to Promote Healthy Eating and Active Living
Mindfulness Center National
WIC Association
American Heart Association
Booz Allen Hamilton
US Department of Health and Human Services