Objectives: This study addresses the adaptation of the Maternal and Child Health Public Health Leadership Institute (MCH PHLI) curriculum in an international setting within the context of India. Methods: A qualitative study design was used consisting of an electronic survey, exploratory and semi-structured interviews with Indian MCH professionals. Field notes were manually coded to look for emerging themes and topics related to the study objectives. Results: Analysis revealed four emerged themes: leadership attributes; perceived need for MCH leadership training; culturally relevant leadership competencies; and perceived barriers to MCH PHLI adaptation. Conclusions: There is a perceived need for MCH leadership training in India. The MCH PHLI curriculum will need to be adapted to address program and cultural barriers identified in study analysis. Keywords: Leadership, India, workforce development, maternal and child healthMaster of Public Healt
