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Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management

Clinical and pharmaceutical managers play a critical role in optimizing the performance of their facilities by overseeing daily operational activities. They are responsible for crafting and executing goals, policies, and procedures within their departments, as well as providing training to staff regarding any procedural changes. These professionals evaluate and uphold the quality of administrative, clinical trial, clerical, and professional work conducted within their purview. Additionally, they coordinate employee training initiatives and oversee budgetary allocations, recruitment efforts, and collaborative projects with other managers. Furthermore, clinical and pharmaceutical managers are tasked with making informed purchasing decisions and coordinating communication strategies, ensuring that their facilities are equipped to meet all operational needs.

Possible study programs:

We have 5 intakes per year for this study program.

Why Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management?

This program offers invaluable benefits to students aspiring to pursue careers within healthcare departments. With the demand for clinical and pharmaceutical managers projected to surge, outpacing growth in all other professions by a remarkable 16% every five years (Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook - Current Edition), the healthcare industry presents abundant employment opportunities.

Academic Goal

Upon completion of this program, graduates will possess a prestigious qualification, equipping them with a diverse array of managerial career pathways to explore. They will emerge as confident and adept leaders capable of navigating various challenges encountered in their professional journeys. Armed with profound knowledge of current health regulations, cutting-edge healthcare technologies, and exemplary service standards, graduates will be well-prepared to excel in hospital settings and beyond.

Program Overview

Our comprehensive curriculum blends traditional lectures with hands-on experiential learning, enabling students to acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for success in the healthcare industry. Recognizing the uniqueness of each student and their career aspirations, we offer a range of elective modules, allowing students to tailor their academic journey to align with their specific goals. Assessment methods include exams, presentations, essays, and skills assessments, ensuring a holistic evaluation of students' capabilities.

BACHELOR'S IN CLINICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT

Duration: Three academic years / 100% Online Study Program

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 6

European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System: this program is equivalent to 180 ECTS

The Bachelor of Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management (BBA) signifies the first level of achievement in any academic discipline.

At the end of the Bachelor (BBA) in Clinical & Pharmaceutical management study program, the graduates are expected to combine theory with practice and display a sound knowledge of the Clinical & Pharmaceutical industry. Students are equipped with useful management tools to enter the labor market and contribute effectively and efficiently to organizations within the healthcare field.

Clinical and pharmaceutical managers ensure that their facility is operating with its highest potential by supervising of day-to-day management activities. They have to develop and implement Aims, policies, and procedures for their departments and train staff about changes. They manage and evaluate the quality of work of the administrative as well as clinical work and clinical trial, clerical, and professional staff. They manage activities and training efforts for employees. They create and manage budgets, monitor recruitment, and organize activities with other managers. Clinical and pharmaceutical managers manage purchasing decisions and communications activities as well as ensuring to have the needed equipment for each need.

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EXECUTIVE BACHELOR'S IN CLINICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT

One-Year program required a High school certificate + 3 years of experience

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 6

Executive Bachelor's of Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management (EBBA) signifies the first level of achievement in any academic discipline.

This Executive Bachelor (EBBA) in Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management study program is made for students who worked directly after high school for at least 3 years in a managerial position in the same field or similar one. At the end of the Bachelor (BBA) in Clinical & Pharmaceutical management study program, graduates are expected to combine theory with practice and display a sound knowledge of the Clinical & Pharmaceutical industry. Students are equipped with the most important management tools to enter the labor market and contribute more effectively to organizations within the healthcare field.

Clinical and pharmaceutical managers ensure that their facility is operating with its highest potential under the supervision of day-to-day management activities. They have to develop and implement aims, policies, and procedures for their departments and inform the trained staff about changes. They manage and evaluate the quality of work of the administrative, clinical, clerical, and professional staff. They manage activities and training efforts for employees. They create and manage budgets, monitor recruitment, and organize activities with other managers. Clinical and pharmaceutical managers manage communication activities and they guarantee the provision of equipment needed.

Study Method: Online

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MASTER'S IN CLINICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT

100% Online Study Program, for the duration: you have 2 options:
90 ECTS: One and a half academic years (One year of study + 6 Months for the thesis)
60 ECTS: One academic year (You can start working on your thesis after 3 months from the beginning) 

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 7

European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System: this program is equivalent to 60 or 90 ECTS

Master of Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management (MBA) signifies the next level of achievement in any academic discipline.

At the end of the Master's (MBA) in Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management study program, graduates will combine theory with their own work experience and display a sound knowledge of the Clinical & Pharmaceutical industry. Students are equipped with useful management tools and theories to enter the labor market and contribute more effectively to organizations within the healthcare field.

Clinical and pharmaceutical leaders ensure that their facility is operating with its highest potential under the supervision of day-to-day management activities. They have to develop and implement aims, policies, and procedures for their departments and train staff regarding changes. They manage and evaluate the quality of work of the administrative clinical, clerical, and professional staff. They manage activities and training efforts for employees. They create and manage budgets, monitor recruitment, and organize activities with other leaders. Clinical and pharmaceutical managers manage purchasing decisions and communications activities as well as ensuring to have the needed equipment for each need.

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EXECUTIVE MASTER IN CLINICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT

EXECUTIVE MASTER IN CLINICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL MANAGEMENT | ONE YEAR DURATION - NO BACHELOR REQUIRED

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 7

European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System: this program is equivalent to 60 ECTS

One Year program required a High school certificate + 5 years of experience

Executive Master of Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management (EMBA) signifies the next level of achievement in any academic discipline.

This Executive Master's (EMBA) in Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management study program is ideal for students who worked directly after high school for at least 5 years in a managerial position in the same field or a similar one, at the end of a Master's award in Clinical & Pharmaceutical Management study program graduates will combine theory with practice and display a sound knowledge of the Clinical & Pharmaceutical industry. Students are equipped with the most important management tools and theories to re-enter the labor market and contribute more effectively to organizations within the healthcare field.

Clinical and pharmaceutical leaders ensure that their facilities are operating with their highest potential under the supervision of day-to-day management activities. They have to develop and implement aims, policies, and procedures for their departments and train staff regarding changes. They manage and evaluate the quality of work of administrative, clinical, clerical, and professional staff. They manage activities and training efforts for employees. They create and manage budgets, monitor recruitment, and organize activities with other managers. Clinical and pharmaceutical leaders manage purchasing decisions and communications activities as well as ensuring to have the equipment needed. 

Duration: One academic year / Semesters (Includes two sections, the first one is the study and examinations, and the second one is for writing the thesis. You can start working on the thesis after 3 months of the beginning.)

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DOCTORATE DPHIL 

100% thesis-based doctoral program

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 8

The Doctorate of Philosophy (DPhil) is recognized worldwide as a research program. You will choose a specialist area of research, write a thesis based on your research and then complete a defense. At the defense, you will present, discuss and defend your research thesis to a panel of academic experts in the field.

This program is fully online. You will be allocated a research supervisor who will guide your research and you will communicate regularly with your supervisor by email and video conference. When your supervisor agrees that you are ready to defend your thesis, the defense will be by video conference with a panel of experts, although you may choose to come to Switzerland for the defense if you wish.

What is the word count for my thesis? 

A Doctorate of Philosophy thesis is normally between 45.000 – 60.000 words (from chapter 1 to chapter 5).

How long does my thesis take?

You may take up to 6 years to complete your thesis. The average time taken to complete the thesis is 3 years. The minimum time is 2 years.

Are there any subjects to study?

No, this is a 100% thesis-based doctoral program.

Do you mention that studies are online or by distance on the final qualification?

No. The study method for the Doctorate of Philosophy program is not mentioned.

What title may I use if I successfully complete this program?

Swiss Authorities have confirmed that candidates who successfully complete a program at OUBH have the right to use the title they got from OUBH.

What is the language of study and when can I begin?

This program is taught entirely in English.

Is OUBH Accredited by any recognized European accreditation body?

Yes, OUBH is Accredited/Certified by many national and international bodies. please check our accreditation page

Which specialization can I do?

The specialization you are interested in having is the specialization you must write the whole thesis about.

Study Language: this study program is taught entirely in English.

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DOCTORATE DBA 

3-years program

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 8

The DBA signifies the highest level of achievement in any academic practical discipline.

This is the highest educational practical level you can study at OUBH Switzerland. At this level students are given the full knowledge not just know-how, our students should be able to come up with new theories themselves and should be able to manage a big team and teach young professionals how to do things better, they are introduced to management as an academic discipline. They are taught business against a background of cultural difference as it is manifested in the worldwide business industry, we offer courses in different business fields:

In our doctorate programs, you will:

Develop and practice innovative research methods.
Earn the highest quality of education.
Achieve the expertise to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Become a successful doctoral researcher and educator.

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DOCTORATE PHD 

European Qualifications Framework: this program is equivalent to EQF Level 8

This Ph.D. is for academics who are interested in developing sustainable and productive solutions to improve the quality of people’s lives. You will gain an in-depth understanding of public policy theory, research and practice that will prepare students to meet the global challenges associated with governance or public service. This academic credential will help a student assert their credibility in a new career endeavor within the public, private or nonprofit world. Whether you want to be an academic teacher or serve through an administrative leadership role, this Ph.D. will provide you with the skills to effectuate change.

Students who complete their dissertations should embark on a career within government (if possible), academic institutions or research-based organizations focused on improving the policies that affect people’s daily lives. One of the primary focuses of these Ph.D. programs is delving into the question of what governments should do within a society and how they can govern more effectively and fairly. 

This Ph.D. will allow a student to pursue effectively their passion for making the world a more sustainable place by working toward solutions that tackle some of the most challenging social issues around the globe. Therefore, the dissertation is expected to represent a significant contribution to knowledge in a public policy that works to improve the function of a government body in a given area.

For the Ph.D., your thesis is the most important part, you have to write the whole thesis about "clinical and/or pharmaceutical management" with one of our supervisors. 

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Advance Your Expertise at OUBH

Connect with learners and leaders just like you in our online study programs. You will go as far as your mind will take you as an online student at OUBH Academy in Switzerland

with our study programs you will:
Develop and practice innovative research methods.
Earn the highest quality of education.
Achieve the expertise to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
Become a successful researcher and professional.

While studying our  programs, you will:

Study and apply innovative research methods.
Combine applied research and professional practice.
Be Trained to make an impact on policy and practice.
Learn strategies to facilitate more effective, adaptable organizations and create positive change.
Become a more innovative leader in your field.

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