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Basic & Social Science experts will discuss unique challenges of research in their diverse disciplines & the complexity of conducting research in global settings. Sessions will include a dialogue between disciplinary experts on the similarities & differences in their adaptation of methodology in the conduct of culturally sensitive global research. A novel feature of this educational experience will be an extensive discussion & focus on the cultural and ethical challenges of conducting research in resource-poor settings. Students may choose to focus on Basic Sciences or Clinical/Behavioral/Social Sciences in this course. The two-week workshop will be followed by a presentation of ideas developed through group work.
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ABOUT US
This unique seminar offers an exciting opportunity to explore the intimate link between culture & health along with colleagues from the US.
You will have the experience of working with US & Indian faculty experts from a premier Institute to understand the health challenges of a fast globalizing traditional culture & community. You will glimpse the juxtaposition of tradition & progress that characterizes much of the new global world manifested in one of India's best tourist places. For the Certificate Course in Global Health, over a 15-day period you will have the opportunity to explore cultural, social & behavioral influences on health and the challenge of adapting research methodology to diverse global contexts. Sessions will include a dialogue between disciplinary experts on the similarities & differences in their adaptation of methodology in the conduct of
culturally sensitive global research.
Certificate Course in Global Health
BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
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Date: 8th to 17th January 2020
Venue: BITS Pilani Hyderabad
Campus
MULTI CULTURAL INFLUENCES
Highlights of the Course Experience
Spend 10 days of instructive and experiential learning
at BITS, to understand health in a global and local context
Learn about the global health research challenges in
India, and the impact globalization has on the country
Earn 3 credits of course work (which can also be
applied toward the 12-credit certificate in Global Health)
Study with faculty from PACE University, BITS Pilani
and other renowned institutions
Learn with students from the United States and India
on diverse research methodologies, the challenge of
adapting research to diverse cultural and global health
settings, basic statistical techniques and developing
research projects that can then be executed in your own
professional settings
Why Global Health?
Global Health focuses on the international aspects of disease
transmission, diagnosis, treatment, policy, and prevention. It looks
at health in a broader perspective.
Who can participate?
Students and graduates from Biological Sciences, Public health,
Economics, Social Sciences, Medical professionals, Healthcare
managers, Community health workers, Clinicians, Lawyers,
Researchers and Government employees.
How to register?
Mail a scanned copy of the completed registration form to the
Course Director in India:
Dr. Suman Kapur at [email protected]
Registration Details:
International Participants
Registration: 600USD with taxes
*Boarding /Lodging: 30 USD/day
National Participants
Early bird registrations a. Registration: 3500 (Student) 5000 (Academician) 8000
(Industry) INR + 12% GST
*Boarding/Lodging (single guest house) 30000 INR or
**Boarding/Lodging (twin guest house) 25000 INR or
*** Boarding/Lodging (Triple guest house) 17500 INR
****Boarding/Lodging (Student hostel) 15000 INR Late Registration
a. Registration: 4000 (student) 7000 (Academician) 10000
(Industry) INR with #Boarding /Lodging 25000/17500/15000 INR *Single accommodation and meals for 10 days
**Twin accommodation and meals for 10 days ***Triple accommodation and meals for 10 days**** Student hostel
accommodation and meals for 10days #As per availability
Group Discounts available on 3-5 registrations:
Contact: Dr. Suman Kapur: [email protected]
Registration Form
Name of the Institute:
Type of registration: Individual/Group
Name of the participant(s):
Address:
Phone: Email:
Registration fee details:
1. Details for DD
Drawn in favor of Director, BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
DD No. Drawn on:
Date:
OR
2. Details for wire transfer
Beneficiary: Director Account no: 62013596336
Bank: SBI, BITS Hyderabad IFSC code: SBIN0021092
Signature
When it comes to Global Health, there is no
'THEM'… Only 'US'. -Global Health Council
Most recent initiative: Millennium Development Goals
Our Patrons Dr. Souvik Bhattacharya, Vice Chancellor, BITS
Dr. G. Sundar, Director, BITS, Hyderabad Campus
Dr Marvin Krislov, President, Academic Affairs,
Pace University, New York
Why WIGH? Rather than looking at the challenges that people face
by region, one can learn to identify challenges that can
be tackled on a global level. Work with partners that
can help to effect change globally, and then scale
solutions to a local level.
WIGH 2020 Theme
Biopsychosocial, Cultural, Political and
Spiritual perspectives on Food for Mind,
Body and Spirit
Venue: BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
Dates: 8th to 17th January 2020
Important Dates for Registration
Early Bird: 15.12.2019 (Avail 30% discount)
Last date: 31.12.2019
Late/Spot Registration: 07.01.2020
Course Coordinators
Prof. Suman Kapur, BITS Pilani, Hyderabad
Dr. Sonia Suchday, PACE University, New York
A Cross-cultural Experience
