Faculty affiliated with the Schaeffer Center teach and/or direct the following degree programs:
PhD in Health Economics
This multidisciplinary doctoral program offers rigorous training in microeconomics, econometrics, cost effectiveness analysis, welfare economics, public finance, epidemiology and health status measurement. Students in the program work closely with world-renowned faculty, gaining the practical research experience needed to launch their careers. For information, contact Seth Seabury or call 213-821-8190.
PhD in Public Policy and Management
The PhD in Public Policy and Management combines theoretical and advanced methodological training with specialization in a policy area such as economics, sociology, political science, and organizational theory. Engaging with faculty and world-renowned research centers, students receive expert mentoring and collaborate with faculty in cutting-edge research. For information, contact John Romley.
MS in Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy
This master of science program emphasizes pharmaceutical commerce and policy and is taught by faculty affiliated with the Schaeffer Center in the USC School of Pharmacy and the Department of Economics in the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. For information, contact Seth Seabury or call 213-821-8190.
MS in Healthcare Decision Analysis
This newly emerging branch of applied research focuses on the intersection of health economics, applied international health policy, insurance design, competitive business intelligence and pricing. Housed at the Schaeffer Center, the degree is offered through the School of Pharmacy. For information, contact Michelle Ton or call 213-821-6478.
Master of Health Administration
Offered through the USC Price School of Public Policy, the Master of Health Administration program has trained leaders in health management policy for nearly four decades. For information, contact Will Coucheron-Aamot or call 213-740-0710.
Executive Master of Health Administration
This master’s degree, offered through the USC Price School of Public Policy, employs a value-based and outcomes-oriented approach to healthcare management with a focus on healthcare innovation, implementation, population management, risk assessment and access. For information, email or call 877-830-7625.