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The pharmaceutical sector is constantly evolving, and pharmacies need to adapt through strategic and innovative management. This MBA is designed to develop managerial profiles capable of making a real impact on the efficiency, profitability and sustainability of the pharmaceutical business, equipping them with skills in advanced management, process optimisation and leadership. Study at Spain’s number one university for employability (U-Ranking 2023, BBVA Foundation).
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This programme combines expertise in strategic management, pharmaceutical marketing, financial management, digitalisation, healthcare regulation and patient care, with a practical approach tailored to the sector’s needs. It also addresses current trends, such as the integration of new professional services, the use of digital tools and the patient experience at the point of sale. Through a comprehensive approach, participants will be able to:
Strategy, financial management, pharmaceutical marketing, healthcare regulation, digitalisation, patient experience, human resources and new professional services.
Lifelong Learning Master's Degree MBA in Pharmacy Office Management, Strategic Management and Innovation
First Year
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
| Code | Subjects | Character* | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81375 | Introduction to Management and the OF’s Strategic Plan | OB | 8 |
| 81376 | Financial, tax and economic management of a pharmacy | OB | 8 |
| 81377 | Product range optimisation and stock management in pharmacies | OB | 7 |
| 81378 | Marketing and communication strategies | OB | 6 |
| 81379 | Enhancing merchandising and visibility | OB | 6 |
| 81380 | Efficient counter management and the development of pharmaceutical services | OB | 7 |
| 81381 | Leadership and human resources management | OB | 6 |
| 81382 | Master’s Thesis | OB | 12 |
| TOTAL: | 60 | ||
*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
You will acquire the necessary skills and competences to manage a pharmacy in a strategic, efficient and innovative way:
-Efficient management in a competitive environment: optimisation of resources, administrative, financial and operational processes.
-Adapting to change: responding to new regulations, technologies and trends in the pharmaceutical market.
Patient-centred care: identification of patient needs and personalisation of services.
- Leadership and team management: strategic decision-making, people management and human resources.
-Pharmaceutical marketing: strategies to attract and retain customers, including trade marketing and negotiation with the industry.
-Digitalisation: integration of technological tools to improve the efficiency and competitiveness of the pharmacy.
-Service innovation: design and provision of new differentiating professional services.
- Financial management: implementation of profitable and sustainable economic models, with an analytical and strategic approach.
- Logistics and operations: advanced knowledge of procurement, stock control and purchasing optimisation.
- Global vision of the sector: application of knowledge in other areas such as distribution or laboratories.
- Leadership in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
- Innovative business models: evaluation and application of new forms of management and development in the pharmaceutical environment.
Luis de la Fuente Ruiz:
Degree in Pharmacy from the Complutense University of Madrid, Master MBA from Esic, Master in Marketing Management from IE, advanced course in digital marketing from the UB. He also has 11 years of experience in executive positions in the pharmaceutical industry (L'Óreal Group).
He is currently CEO at Mediformplus and advisor to pharmacies and pharmaceutical laboratories. Throughout his professional career, he has authored publications such as:
- "El ajedrez de la farmacia Club de la Farmacia" - Almirall (2018).
-Awaken pharmacy" Pharmacy Club - Almirall (2014)
-From A to Z in Pharmacy Office Management" Club de la Farmacia - Almirall (2013)
-100 questions on Effective Pharmacy Office Management Pharmacy Club - Almirall (2008)
-100 questions on Pharmaceutical Merchandising - Angelini (2006)
Materials
The MBA Pharmacy Office Management, Strategic Management and Innovation is designed to provide comprehensive training, combining different learning formats that facilitate the understanding and application of the contents.
To this end, students will have access to teaching resources, both audiovisual and written, as well as practical activities and individual work that encourage autonomous learning such as:
Assessment system
| Continuous Assessment (recommended) | One 20-question test per module. |
| Final Assessment | 140-question multiple-choice test (20 questions per module).
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| Final Project | TFM |
Grading system
The student will be graded as PASS/FAIL.
The grade of pass will be given by passing 70% of the correct questions of the course test/s + Final Project graded as PASS.
Estar en posesión de un título de Licenciado o Graduado en Farmacia o de un título de Grado en Administración y Dirección de Empresas o de un título universitario con experiencia en gestión.
The Master’s programme, together with its teaching staff, is made up of practising professionals, which ensures that the course content is aligned with the realities of the sector and enables students to apply what they have learnt directly in their workplace.
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An MBA in Pharmacy is a postgraduate programme that provides the management, leadership and strategic skills required to successfully run a pharmacy and pursue a career in various areas of the pharmaceutical sector.
The MBA in Pharmacy Practice Management provides specialised training to equip students with the managerial, business and strategic skills required to successfully manage a pharmacy and develop business projects within the pharmaceutical sector.
During the programme, students explore key areas such as:
The MBA in Pharmacy Practice Management is aimed at professionals who wish to gain a strategic and business-oriented perspective on the pharmaceutical sector, as well as to develop the skills required to lead, manage and innovate within pharmacy practice and other related fields.
It is particularly aimed at:
Thanks to its practical and cross-disciplinary approach, this MBA is suitable both for those already pursuing a career in community pharmacies and for professionals wishing to enter or progress within other areas of the pharmaceutical sector.
The course lasts 10 months.
The main difference lies in the focus:
In short, the MBA trains executives; the Master’s in Management trains specialists in pharmaceutical management.
Yes. The MBA in Pharmacy Management is specifically designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to manage a pharmacy efficiently, profitably and strategically.
Through modules covering areas such as finance, leadership, marketing, team management, innovation and strategic planning, the programme prepares professionals to tackle the challenges faced by pharmacies and improve their competitiveness in the market.
The MBA develops key skills for successfully leading and managing a pharmacy, including:
These skills enable organisations to improve profitability, optimise processes and adapt to changes in the pharmaceutical sector.
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