PharmD/MBA Overview

The addition of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) compliments the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree by expanding career opportunities including roles in the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare management, and executive positions for pharmacists. Students will gain valuable business skills that complement clinical pharmacy knowledge, including management, marketing, and finance giving graduates a competitive advantage in the job market following graduation.

Any student that is accepted in the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program may apply for acceptance if they:

• Have a minimum GPA of  >3.0 
• Are at the first professional year (P1) level or higher 
• Have completed their general education credits or have previously earned a Bachelor's degree

For students in the direct entry program who have not yet earned their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree:

• Students will be issued a conditional acceptance to the dual degree program until they apply for BS graduation 
• Would only be permitted to take nine credits of MBA coursework prior to obtaining the BS degree at the end of the second professional year (P2)