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Pharmaceutical industry in a global context elective course: implementation and preliminary outcomes
1College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Western New England University, Springfield, MA, USA.
The International Journal of Pharmacy Practice
|April 25, 2018
Summary
A new pharmacy elective on the global pharmaceutical industry inspired half of the students to seek industry internships or post-graduation fellowships, highlighting its potential to guide pharmacy careers.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical Education
- Pharmacy Practice
- Industry Careers
Background:
- Pharmacy programs traditionally focus on traditional practice settings.
- There is a growing need to expose pharmacy students to diverse career paths within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Integrating industry-specific knowledge is crucial for preparing future pharmacists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the implementation of a 'Pharmaceutical Industry in a Global Context' elective course.
- To assess the impact of this elective on pharmacy students' career intentions.
- To evaluate student engagement with industry-related content.
Main Methods:
- An anonymous questionnaire was administered to students upon course completion.
- The survey assessed student experiences with course material.
- Student intentions regarding pharmaceutical industry summer internships and postgraduation fellowships were recorded.
Main Results:
- 50% of surveyed students (n=13) expressed intent to pursue industry summer internships.
- Half of the students also indicated interest in postgraduation industry fellowships.
- Student feedback indicated positive engagement with the course content.
Conclusions:
- The 'Pharmaceutical Industry in a Global Context' elective effectively stimulates student interest in industry careers.
- This course model can be adopted by other institutions to broaden pharmacy students' career exploration.
- Educational initiatives are vital for preparing pharmacists for diverse roles in the global pharmaceutical sector.
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