Ms. Zhangyang Pan is a 2024 graduate of the Master of Science in Global Health program at Duke Kunshan University (DKU). A mother of a four-year-old, former journalist, and seasoned corporate communicator, she brings over a decade of experience in corporate communications and public affairs at multinational pharmaceutical companies. While many of her peers pursued MBA programs to advance their careers, she chose to step into the field of global health—marking a bold transition into the second chapter of her professional journey.

“In the two years of my global health education at Duke Kunshan University, I traveled across three continents and five countries. This journey enriched my knowledge, exposed me to diverse cultures, and helped me discover and improve myself. Every place I visited and every person I met provided me with new perspectives and insights. Health is a complex and multifaceted issue, and I hope to use what I have learned to advance global health and ensure health for all.”

How does an economics degree holder succeed in applying for a hospital position? Moxuan Yang (Class of 2023) from the MSc Global Health Program summarizes his cross-border job search story by saying that the “hard and soft skills” honed during his global health studies were the key to getting the job offer.

“I hope that one day in the future, I can become the CEO of an investment company,” Olivia introduced herself to the class during the program’s first week.