A Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) is an Postgraduate degree awarded by I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University in its affiliated colleges. A M.Pharm degree opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, research institutions, academics, and regulatory bodies.

Skills Developed

• Domain Knowledge: Demonstrate comprehension of basic principles of pharmaceutical and allied sciences in all pertinent scenarios. Exhibit skills associated with the profession of pharmacy, pharmaceutical manufacturing practices and quality control.
• Problem analysis: Use domain knowledge, analytical and critical thinking for solving problems and taking decisions during everyday practice in profession, industry and all work environment.
• Research and Development: Exhibit knowledge from his major domain in problem identification, critical thinking, analysis and providing solutions to pharmaceutical and allied technology disciplines.
• Modern tools usage: Demonstrate an ability to handle/use various tools, apparatus, instrument, equipment or machinery pertinent to the pharmaceutical domain with practical knowledge on standard operating procedures and safety aspects.
• The Pharmacist and Society: Use contextual knowledge– informed reasoning to understand medical prescription, perform patient counseling. Recognize the necessity to engage in independent and life-long learning.
• Project management abilities: Demonstrate effective delegation and organizational skills. Organize work with necessary planning and execution to meet deadlines. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical, legal processes and apply them in project management.

Career Paths

• Medical Coding Coder
• Clinical Research Associate
• Pharma covigilance Officer
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist
• Medical Writer
• QA/QC Officer
• Clinical Data Manager
• Pharmacist
• Drug Safety Associate
• Pharmaceutical Industry Researcher