Skills and Competencies for Public Health

The video, part of a series on global health careers, focuses on competencies needed in public health, especially for mid-career professionals. It introduces a competency matrix with four quadrants: general knowledge, subject-specific knowledge, functional skills, and management. The video emphasizes the importance of management skills, offering practical advice for improvement. It concludes with encouragement to leverage personal qualities like empathy and commitment.

What is the primary focus of the video according to the introduction?

• Advanced epidemiology techniques

• Mid-career management competencies

• Global health policy changes

• Starting a career in public health

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a discipline supporting public health in Quadrant 1?

• Demography

• Epidemiology

• Anthropology

• Astrophysics

What is the main idea behind Quadrant 2 of the competency matrix?

• Understanding basic health services

• Learning about global health policies

• Focusing on specific areas of interest and deepening knowledge

• Developing a broad understanding of all public health areas

What is emphasized as crucial for gaining functional skills in public health practice?

• Gaining experience and mentorship

• Watching online tutorials

• Reading textbooks

• Attending conferences

In the context of management, what is leadership compared to?

• The engine of a car

• The fuel of a car

• The steering of a car

• The wheels of a car

Which management skill is NOT listed as one of the six most important for senior managers?

• Performance management

• Change management

• Time management

• Risk management

What is the most important advice given at the end of the video?

• Avoid taking risks in your career

• Prioritize financial management

• Focus solely on technical skills

• Always do your best and stay true to yourself