The program is designed to train competent pharmacists and advance the pharmacy profession by providing excellent education and training in pharmaceutical practice to meet the demands of the job market and contribute research to the field of clinical pharmacy.
Program Description
- Knowledge and Understanding:
- Explaining research methods and methodologies related to pharmaceutical care outcomes and policies research.
- Knowledge of statistical methods used in pharmaceutical care outcomes and policies research.
- Integrating the fundamental sciences in the field of health services with methods of evaluating their efficiency and potential value among individuals and groups.
- Cognitive Skills:
- Identifying, interpreting, and critically evaluating research literature in the field of pharmaceutical care outcomes and policies.
- Participating in the design and conduct of research that makes an original contribution to improving patient health and healthcare outcomes.
- Applying appropriate research methods to address questions and problems in the field of pharmaceutical care outcomes and policies research.
- Identifying problems in healthcare, exploring potential strategies for solving them and prioritizing them, and designing, implementing, and evaluating feasible solutions.
- Professional and Practical Skills:
- Leading research personally in the program.
- Working effectively as a leader and team member.
- Managing meetings and scientific discussions effectively and professionally.
- Utilizing human and financial resources to improve the efficiency of medication and medical services use.
- Comparing and contrasting the components of model drug use systems in the various fields in which pharmacy is practiced.
- General Skills:
- Conducting scientific activities ethically.
- Joining and attending meetings of scientific and professional organizations.
- Networking with local researchers to conduct high-quality research at the local level.
- Communicating and publishing research findings orally at conferences, or through writing in conferences and peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Degree: A Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited university.
- GPA: A minimum cumulative GPA of “Good” (2.75/5.0), with the condition that the grade in specialized courses is at least “Very Good” (3.75/5.0).
- English Proficiency: A minimum score of 5 on the IELTS Academic test or an equivalent standardized score (e.g., 480+ on the TOEFL-PBT).
- Evaluations: Successful completion of a preliminary written examination and a personal interview conducted by the program committee.
- Administrative: Submission of two academic letters of recommendation and, if employed, official employer approval for the duration of the study.
First Year – First Semester
| No. | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 571 | Research Methods | 3 (3+0) |
| 2 | 572 | Applied Biostatistics | 3 (2+2) |
| 3 | 573 | Principles of Research Ethics | 1 (1+0) |
| 4 | 574 | Principles of Pharmacoeconomics | 3 (3+0) |
| 5 | 575 | Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Systems | 2 (2+0) |
| Total | 12 Credit Hours | ||
First Year –Second Semester
| No. | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 576 | Principles of Pharmacoepidemiology | 2 (2+0) |
| 2 | 577 | Applied Pharmacoeconomics | 3 (2+2) |
| 3 | 581 | Seminar (1) | 1 (0+2) |
| 4 | 583 | Research Project – 1 | 3 (0+6) |
| 5 | Elective 1 | Elective Course (1) | 2 (2+0) |
| Total | 11 Credit Hours | ||
Second Year – First Semester
| No. | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 578 | Patient-Reported and Clinical Outcomes | 2 (2+0) |
| 2 | 579 | Comparative Effectiveness Studies | 2 (2+0) |
| 3 | 580 | Scientific Writing | 2 (2+0) |
| 4 | 584 | Research Project – 2 | 3 (0+6) |
| 5 | Elective 2 | Elective Course (2) | 2 (2+0) |
| Total | 11 Credit Hours | ||
Second Year – Second Semester
| No. | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 582 | Seminar (2) | 1 (0+2) |
| 2 | Elective 3 | Elective Course (3) | 2 (2+0) |
| 3 | Elective 4 | Elective Course (4) | 2 (2+0) |
| Total | 5 Credit Hours | ||
| Overall Total | 39 Credit Hours (33 + 6 Research Project) | ||
List of Elective Courses
| No. | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 585 | Medication Vigilance and Patient Safety | 2 (2+0) |
| 2 | 586 | Advanced Pharmaceutical Product Marketing | 2 (2+0) |
| 3 | 587 | Social and Behavioral Aspects of Pharmacy Practice | 2 (2+0) |
| 4 | 588 | Advanced Epidemiology | 2 (2+0) |
| 5 | 589 | Health Technology Assessment | 2 (2+0) |
| 6 | 592 | Health Care Financing | 2 (2+0) |
| 7 | 593 | Medication Therapy Management | 2 (2+0) |
| 8 | 594 | Value-Based Healthcare | 2 (2+0) |
| 9 | 595 | Advanced Hospital Pharmacy Management | 2 (2+0) |
| 10 | 596 | Fundamentals of Public Health | 2 (2+0) |
| 11 | 597 | Pharmaceutical Systems and Policies | 2 (2+0) |
Program Overview
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