PMO 671 Introduction to MPH Project and Practicum
This seminar course is designed to introduce students to the process of designing, developing, executing, and presenting the results of their independent projects and practicum activities. Guest speakers from various military and civilian organizations offer potential project and practicum opportunities in class or at practicum and independent project fairs. Goal setting, time lines, and curriculum planning for successful completion of the MPH program will be integrated into the course. By the end of the course, students will be able to describe the criteria for an appropriate independent project and practicum experience, demonstrate familiarity with University and Federal regulations pertaining to research, articulate possible project or practicum activities aligned with their personal and professional goals, and formulate a focused research question.