Program Overview
Introduction to the M.S. in Pharmacy Administration
The M.S. in Pharmacy Administration is a dynamic pharmaceutical sciences degree that emphasizes pharmacy administration. This program allows students to study pharmaceutical marketing and management, and socio-behavioral sciences, while engaging in health outcomes research.
About the M.S. in Pharmacy Administration
Pharmacy Administration is at the forefront of transforming health care through quality education, cutting-edge research, and professional service. The mission of this program is to generate scientific evidence that improves medication use and enhances health outcomes for patients everywhere. Graduates of this program are highly sought after, with excellent career prospects in academia, government agencies, the pharmaceutical industry, managed care organizations, and health care consulting.
Program Information
Degree
M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Emphases
Pharmacy Administration
Required Credit Hours
30 - 36 Hours
Program Type
Master's Program
Program Location
Oxford
School
School of Pharmacy
Duration
2 - 3 Years
Pharmacy Administration Program Details
Degree Requirements
- PSY 703/EDRS 601/SOC 501 Introduction to Statistics
- PHAD 679 Primary Data Techniques
- PHAD 688 Research Methodology and Techniques
- PHAD 689 Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Policy
- PHAD 693 Health Economics
- PHAD 687 Secondary Data Techniques
- PHAD 792 Drug Development and Marketing
- 3 Electives approved by advisor (9 credits)
- Thesis (PHAD 697) (6 credits)
- TOTAL HOURS: 36 credit hours
Other Academic Requirements
In addition to the course requirements, each student must participate and complete an orientation to the discipline of pharmacy administration and register for departmental seminar (PHAD 543/544) each semester (1 credit hour per semester). Each student must also prepare and successfully defend a thesis prospectus, and complete and defend his or her thesis project.
Admissions Requirements
- The deadline to apply is January 10.
- Admission criteria for the M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with emphasis in pharmacy administration and the Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with emphasis in pharmacy administration are the same.
- Applicants must have a B.S. degree in pharmacy, B.S. degree in pharmaceutical sciences or higher.
- A degree in a discipline related to marketing, management, economics, epidemiology or other health-related field may also be considered for admission upon demonstration of a commitment to pursuing a career in the field of pharmacy or the pharmaceutical industry.
- College transcripts with a minimum of a B average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) are required.
- The program encourages but does not require either the GRE General Test or the GMAT.
- International applicants also must meet the University of Mississippi Graduate Schools English Language Proficiency Score Requirement.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation, interview, resume, and statement of purpose are used to evaluate candidates.
Pharmacy Administration Research
As a graduate student in the Department of Pharmacy Administration, youll have the opportunity to engage in impactful research focused on healthcare systems, health inequity, and improving healthcare outcomes. Youll gain expertise in research methods like surveys, focus groups, and data analysis, while collaborating with faculty members, researchers, and your fellow students.
Research Areas
The School of Pharmacy is home to internationally-recognized research centers, with a focus on healthcare systems, health inequity, and improving healthcare outcomes.
Faculty and Research
The program boasts a diverse and experienced faculty, with research expertise in pharmaceutical marketing, management, and socio-behavioral sciences. Faculty members are committed to mentoring students and facilitating their research endeavors.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the M.S. in Pharmacy Administration program have excellent career prospects in academia, government agencies, the pharmaceutical industry, managed care organizations, and health care consulting. The interdisciplinary nature of pharmacy administration also opens the door to exciting collaborations across departments, campuses, and the nation, giving you a wealth of opportunities to expand your expertise and influence.