Overview

The Pharmaceutical Sciences (Institutional Pharmacy Leadership) at the University of Florida is a premier graduate offering designed to cultivate the next generation of healthcare executives. This M.Sc. programme provides a comprehensive framework for professionals seeking to master the complexities of institutional pharmacy management and policy. By integrating academic rigour with practical leadership training, students are prepared to navigate the evolving landscape of modern healthcare systems.

Why Pharmaceutical Sciences (Institutional Pharmacy Leadership) at University of Florida?

This programme stands out due to an innovative collaboration between the University of Florida College of Pharmacy and the ASHP Foundation’s Pharmacy Leadership Academy. Students benefit from a curriculum that bridges the gap between clinical expertise and administrative excellence. The partnership allows participants to earn graduate credits tuition-free upon completing specific academy requirements, making it a highly efficient pathway for career advancement in the Southeast's most comprehensive academic health centre.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 31872 per year
National fee: USD 31872 per year
Local fee: USD 12740 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to be flexible, allowing students to work with faculty advisors to create an individualised plan of study. Modules may include:

Pharmaceutical Outcomes
Pharmacy Leadership
Pharmaceutical Policy
Managed Care Pharmacy
Pharmacoeconomics
Pharmaceutical Value Assessment
Research Methods

Careers with Pharmaceutical Sciences (Institutional Pharmacy Leadership)

Graduates are well-positioned for high-level administrative and leadership roles within diverse healthcare settings. The programme focuses on preparing students for careers in institutional pharmacy management, where they can influence policy and operational efficiency. Alumni often secure positions as pharmacy directors, clinical coordinators, and healthcare administrators within hospitals, health systems, and regulatory organisations, leveraging the strong professional network provided by the university.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Care & Patient Safety

Health Care Risk Management

Patient Responsibility in Health Care

Pharmaceutical Products & Public Policy

Structure, Process & Outcomes of Regulation

Federal Regulation of Drugs & Pharmacy

Federal Regulation of Controlled Substances

Pharmacy Benefit Design & Management

Ethics in Drug Production, Distribution & Use

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Gainesville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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150 _(verbal)

150 _{(quantitative)}

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic discipline (Pharmacy background not required) from a regionally accredited institution

3.0 or better GPA in upper division undergraduate coursework

A statement of purpose must be submitted. There is a section for this information in the UF graduate application (step 2 of the application instructions).

A current resume or CV, in MS Word or PDF format. The file may be emailed to dess@ahc.ufl.edu or attached as part of the UF graduate application.

Acceptable Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score*

150 verbal / 150 quantitative; 300 combined

Tuition Fees

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31872 USD / year

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31872 USD / year

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12740 USD / year

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Funding

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