BA offered by the Faculty of Health
Discover the transformative Global Health program at York, the first of its kind in Canada! This dynamic program tackles pressing global health challenges, from pandemics to climate change, emphasizing health equity for all. With a multidisciplinary approach, students explore healthcare, public health, and social determinants of health, preparing for impactful careers in both clinical and non-clinical roles. Engage in small classes with expert faculty and gain hands-on experience through research opportunities. Join a community dedicated to shaping a healthier, more equitable world.
Career Options in Global Health
Here are just some of the career options related to this major. As all degrees offer transferable skills, some jobs are more closely linked to this field than others. Check Canada’s Job Bank for regional requirements.
- Advocacy Coordinator
- Biostatistician
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Community Health Worker
- Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
- Data Analyst
- Disease Prevention Specialist
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Epidemiologist
- Global Health Consultant
- Global Health Policy Analyst
- Health Communications Specialist
- Health Data Scientist
- Health Educator
- Health Impact Assessor
- Health Policy Researcher
- Healthcare Manager
- Infectious Disease Specialist
- International Development Officer
- International Health Consultant
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- NGO Program Coordinator
- Nutritionist
- Occupational Health Specialist
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
- Public Health Advocate
- Public Health Educator
- Public Policy Analyst
- Quality Improvement Coordinator
- Research Scientist
- Social Determinants of Health Analyst
- Social Worker
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Technical Writer (Health)
- Telehealth Coordinator
- Urban Health Planner
- Vaccine Outreach Coordinator
- Wellness Program Director
Some career choices may require further education, such as graduate studies or professional courses and exams. For detailed career descriptions and specific requirements, please check Canada’s Job Bank.
Entry-Level Positions in Global Health
An undergraduate degree is typically sufficient for these positions, though some locations may require additional qualifications. For region-specific information, please check Canada’s Job Bank.
- Advocacy Coordinator
- Community Health Worker
- Data Analyst
- Disease Prevention Specialist
- Health Educator
- Health Promotion Assistant
- Health Research Assistant
- Health Services Coordinator
- Health Technician
- International Development Assistant
- Medical and Health Services Assistant
- NGO Program Assistant
- Public Health Advocate
- Public Health Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Social Services Assistant
- Sustainability Assistant
- Technical Writer (Health)
- Wellness Program Assistant
- Youth Health Coordinator
For career descriptions, visit Canada’s Job Bank. Some occupations may also be found on Career Cruising; for login information, navigate to the Career Centre’s homepage in Experience York.
Skills Developed through a Degree in Global Health
Core Skills
- Epidemiological Methods: Understanding disease patterns, causes, and effects on populations.
- Biostatistics: Applying statistical methods to analyze health data.
- Health Policy Analysis: Evaluating and developing health policies.
- Research Methodology: Designing and conducting research studies.
- Global Health Ethics: Understanding ethical issues in global health contexts.
- Program Evaluation: Assessing health programs for effectiveness and efficiency.
Communication, Data Gathering and Organizational Skills
- The ability to present your thoughts clearly and intelligently in written statements and written opinion pieces
- Deduction of information from various sources and the ability to concentrate on relevant resources
- The ability to organize, understand and analyze sources of information and to apply novel forms of technology or new information to different professional settings and tasks
- The ability to explain complex ideas clearly to others and to apply complex theoretical concepts to everyday practice and professional dilemmas
- The skills to collect various types of information, assess them, analyze and incorporate potential linkages from different fields, put them into writing and efficiently convey your message and the goal of your work
Management and Teamwork Skills
- The ability to interpret and analyze information presented by peers and efficiently and constructively support or challenge their proposals, theories, ideas and reports in order to achieve a project’s intended and successful end result
- Skills enabling you to work effectively in group situations, partaking in decision-making, leading and contributing in various capacities to the ultimate success of the team and task
- The ability to debate, persuade, mediate and present your thoughts and opinions to others, as well as the capacity to recognize and incorporate other potential solutions or applications to given problems
- The capability to identify priorities and proper courses of action, to plan the execution of tasks and to determine and delegate responsibilities to group members to most effectively carry out projects
Professional Associations
Professional associations offer valuable insights into qualifications, industry trends, and career opportunities. They provide networking events, workshops, mentorship programs, and internships, as well as job boards and career development resources. Additionally, some associations offer professional licensing and regulatory oversight.
- World Health Organization (WHO): Directs international public health efforts and sets global health standards to improve health outcomes worldwide.
- United Nations (UN): Aims to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries while addressing global challenges across various sectors, including health.
- Center for Disease Control (CDC): Focuses on protecting public health in the U.S. through disease prevention, control, and health education.
- Global Health Technologies Coalition (GHTC): Advocates for innovative health technologies to address global health challenges, emphasizing equitable access and development.