The Global Risk Program is designed for individuals who wish to advance their careers as highly skilled professionals in the field of global risks. The Interdisciplinary Graduate school of Global risk at the Interfaculty Initiative in Planetary Health believes that addressing increasingly complex global risks requires bridging the gaps between science, policy, practice, and evaluation. We seek applicants who recognize these gaps and are eager to develop the ability to translate scientific knowledge into strategic actions that drive transformative change.

The Global Risk Program welcomes individuals who are strongly motivated and have a clear vision to advance the development and implementation of policies addressing complex global risks that may affect human health. We particularly encourage applicants with diverse academic backgrounds and professional experience in areas such as environmental degradation, peacebuilding, and international cooperation. A degree in global risk or medicine is not required.

If you have the following thoughts, you should apply.

• I am aware of how difficult it is to solve the various risks that pervade modern society—such as financial market panics, nuclear reactor meltdowns, Arctic sea ice melting, and the outbreak of pandemics.
• I aim to utilize policies, strategies, systems, and organizations that take global risks into account in order to improve people’s safety and health.
• I am more interested in pursuing a career as a global risk practitioner or leader than as a researcher or academic in the field of global risks.
• I am prepared to take on high-level leadership responsibilities as professionals in the field of global risk.

In the “Overview”, “For example, do you have the following thoughts?” for more information.