MSc in International Pharmaceutical Business Management

The Master of Science in International Pharmaceutical Business Management will provide learners with the specialist skills required for successful management careers in the pharmaceutical range of industries. The programme develops learners abilities to research current trends and developments in the Pharmaceutical Business Management Industry and to develop their knowledge, skill and competencies to work in this dynamic business arena across multiple industries, whether they are service or manufacturing oriented.

Learners are expected to develop their personal and professional skills by working independently on a range of challenging projects. In addition, they are required to develop their leadership and interpersonal skills through working as part of a team. This approach is reflective of the necessary skills required in todays industries which focus on the delivery of International Services.

In addition to developing learners practical business skills, this programme also ensures that learners have a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industries combined with a strong cultural sensitivity. Furthermore, the choice of focus of the International theories, models and course material studied are international in nature.

Learners will master business development and launching activities, become experts in regional management, forecasting and budgeting while broadening their knowledge about marketing, technological developments, product release and regulatory affairs in the pharmaceutical industry.

The Master of Science in International Pharmaceutical Business Management programme has been designed primarily for graduates with an honours primary degree primarily in a business and/or pharmaceutical business management related discipline.

The degree is also designed for managers or aspiring managers in the field of or for those who play a vital role outside the Pharmaceutical Business Management industry like pharmaceutical representatives who have identified potential career opportunities within the Pharmaceutical Industry environment. Such a qualification provides them with the management knowledge, skills, and competencies to secure and progress a career in such an environment.