Pharmaceutical Business Management MSc
Griffith College Campus, Ireland
MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management
Griffith College
Pharmaceutical Business Management
MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management at Griffith College
The MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management (MSPBM) at Griffith College is designed to develop your ability to manage businesses and strengthen your leadership skills within the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry. Available on both a full-time and part-time basis, the programme is conducted over a 1.5 or 2 year period respectively.
This programme develops your abilities to research current trends and developments in the Pharmaceutical Business Management industry and to build the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to work across multiple industries, whether they are service or manufacturing oriented. You will study key subjects including International Strategy, International Marketing Management, Leadership and Management Development, and Management Accounting and Control.
Delivered at Griffith College's Cork campus, the programme consists of three stages: two taught semesters totalling 60 credits, followed by a dissertation stage worth 30 credits. Graduates who wish to further develop their management competencies will be eligible to transfer to the MBA stage of the existing suite of programmes in International Business.
Key Programme Highlights
- Specialist MSc combining pharmaceutical industry expertise with advanced business management and leadership skills
- Flexible delivery with both full-time (1.5 years) and part-time (2 years) study options available
- QQI-accredited Level 9 qualification recognised nationally and internationally across the European Higher Education Area
- Direct pathway to MBA progression through Griffith College's Graduate Business School suite of programmes
Curriculum & Modules
The MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management is structured across three stages. Stages 1 and 2 comprise two taught semesters totalling 60 credits, leading to a Postgraduate Diploma exit award for those who wish to stop at that point. Stage 3 is a dissertation-based semester worth 30 credits, bringing the total to 90 ECTS for the full MSc award.
International Strategy
10 ECTSIntroduces and develops the concepts, perspectives, and tools associated with strategy formulation and development, placing them within the complexities of undertaking business in different countries and cultures.
Leadership and Management Development
10 ECTSExamines the role played by global leadership and management in organisations and in determining organisational culture, covering both commercial, public, and voluntary sector contexts.
International Marketing Management
10 ECTSExplores marketing strategies and management practices in the international pharmaceutical context, covering market analysis, brand management, and global marketing frameworks.
Pharmaceutical Marketing
10 ECTSFocuses on marketing principles specific to the pharmaceutical industry, including product commercialisation, regulatory considerations in marketing, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
Management Accounting and Control
10 ECTSDevelops competencies in financial management, budgeting, cost analysis, and control systems relevant to pharmaceutical business operations and decision-making.
Dissertation (Industry Sponsored)
30 ECTSThe culminating research project where you select a topic relevant to pharmaceutical business management, conduct in-depth research under supervisor guidance, and present your findings in a professional dissertation.
Additional Taught Modules
Admission Requirements
Griffith College welcomes applicants from diverse academic backgrounds for the MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management. Candidates are assessed individually in accordance with the College's QQI-approved quality assurance procedures, and those with relevant alternative qualifications or experiential learning will be considered under the College's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
Academic Requirements
- Primary RequirementLevel 8 Honours Degree (2.2H or higher) in Pharmacy, Science, Business, or equivalent discipline
- Non-Business GraduatesLevel 8 Honours Degree (2.2H or higher) in a non-business discipline; candidates with significant management experience may apply through APEL route
- Non-STEM GraduatesLevel 8 Honours Degree (2.2H or higher) in a business-related non-STEM discipline; candidates with pharmaceutical experience may apply through APEL route
- Mature ApplicantsApplicants over 23 may apply on the basis of previous work experience and a demonstrated commitment to further studies
- Bridging ModulesCandidates without management experience may take Finance for Non-Financial Managers; those without pharmaceutical experience may take Introduction to Pharmaceutical Industry
English Language Requirements
- IELTSMinimum 6.5 overall, no component below 6.0
- TOEFL iBTMinimum 79 overall, no component below 15
- Duolingo English TestAccepted as valid proof of English proficiency; contact Uni4Edu for minimum score details
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
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Scholarships & Funding
Griffith College offers a range of financial support options for international students pursuing postgraduate studies. Scholarships and funding opportunities can help reduce the cost of your MSc in Pharmaceutical Business Management. Contact Uni4Edu for personalised guidance on available funding for your specific circumstances.
Griffith College International Scholarship
A merit-based scholarship available to international students demonstrating strong academic achievement and potential. This award is designed to support talented students from around the world in pursuing their postgraduate studies at Griffith College.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Ireland is a global hub for the pharmaceutical industry, with nine of the top ten global pharmaceutical companies based in the country. The sector employs over 30,000 people across research, manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory roles, offering graduates of this programme outstanding career opportunities in a thriving and competitive industry.
Potential Career Roles
Top Pharmaceutical Employers in Ireland
Rankings & Recognition
Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third-level institution, established in 1974 with campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. All programmes are accredited by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to the highest national standards, ensuring equivalence to degrees from public universities and recognition across the European Higher Education Area.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Industry Recognition | Leading Irish Provider |
| Business & Management | QQI Accreditation | NFQ Level 9 |
| Graduate Employability | Griffith Careers Report | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
| International Student Experience | Institutional Data | 7,000+ Students from 77+ Countries |
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