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Exploring the Future of Graduate Education in Pharmaceutical Fields
Amanda A Olsen1, Lana M Minshew2, Michael B Jarstfer2
1College of Education, University of Texas, Arlington, TX USA.
Medical Science Educator
|August 30, 2021
Summary
Graduate healthcare curricula need updates. Experts prioritized innovations like personalized medicine and big data, alongside skills such as creative problem-solving and communication, for student success.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Medical Innovation
Background:
- Graduate curricula must evolve to incorporate current and emerging innovations.
- Student success in healthcare is increasingly linked to adaptability and specialized knowledge.
- Alignment with industry needs is crucial for pharmaceutical graduate programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and prioritize key innovations and professional skills for graduate healthcare students.
- To inform curriculum development in pharmaceutical fields based on expert consensus.
- To ensure graduates are prepared for the future of healthcare.
Main Methods:
- A modified Delphi technique was employed to gather expert opinions.
- Experts identified and ranked essential innovations and professional skills.
- Data analysis focused on consensus-based prioritization.
Main Results:
- Top innovations: personalized medicine, big data, cell and gene therapy.
- Top professional skills: creative problem-solving, communication, data literacy.
- Prioritized list provides a framework for curriculum enhancement.
Conclusions:
- Curriculum updates are necessary to integrate identified innovations and skills.
- Focusing on personalized medicine, big data, and cell/gene therapy is recommended.
- Developing creative problem-solving, communication, and data literacy is vital for future healthcare professionals.
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