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College of PharmacyMS in Pharmacy AdministrationDegree RequirementsMaster of Science degrees are offered in the areas of Pharmacy Administration by the Department of Clinical Sciences and Administration. Financial support is available to qualified applicants on a limited competitive basis in the form of teaching and research assistantships. Information about assistantships may be obtained from the Department of Clinical Sciences and Administration.Graduate Research Students may develop research programs in the areas of pharmaceutical management, pharmaceutical marketing, behavioral pharmacy, health outcomes, pharmacoeconomics, pharmacoepidemiology, health policy, or managed care. Pharmacy Administration Applicants should have a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy or a Pharm.D.; however, consideration will be given to individuals with degrees in closely related areas. The Master of Science degree prepares students for careers in government, research, and industry and provides a strong foundation for doctoral-level work in pharmacy administration. Students must complete a minimum of 36 semester hours of courses, including course work in pharmaceutical economics, management, quantitative methods, medical sociology, health policy, and research methods. Students will be expected to develop an indepth knowledge of computer application in pharmacy through didactic courses and individual study. Additional information about this graduate program may be obtained by writing to the Director of Graduate Studies.
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