PharmD/MBA

The PharmD/MBA program at ETSU is designed for students interested in studying in the Doctor of Pharmacy program while also acquiring business expertise in the Master of Business Administration program. Students in this program will be able to complete their MBA courses online while simultaneously completing their PharmD degree. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in pharmaceutical and administrative positions. By studying in this dual degree program, graduates can advance their careers by pursuing management, administrative, and leadership roles in various healthcare settings. 

Advantages for earning a dual PharmD/MBA:

  • Gain administrative knowledge and analytical tools imperative for leadership roles in hospital systems or government positions
  • Acquire experience working with diverse groups and relevant business knowledge for financial management, inventory management and accounting
  • Gain a competitive edge when pursuing residencies, fellowships, and future employment opportunities 
  • Meet and exceed the growing need for pharmacy professionals to be proficient in both the practice and business of pharmacy
  • Be better positioned for careers that require managerial skills, including Director of Pharmacy, Pharmacy Supervisors, Pharmacy Managers, Project Managers, and Health System Administration
  • Increase your salary 25% more, on average, than graduates with PharmD alone

 

  • Fall

    First 7 weeks: MGMT 5210 Oper & Tech Strategies

    Second 7 weeks: ACCT 5150 Accounting Information for Decision Making

  • Spring

    First 7 weeks: ECON 5180 Economics for Managers

    Second 7 weeks: FNCE 5430 Applied Corporate Finance

  • Summer

    MKTG 5217: Health Care Marketing

  • Fall

    First 7 weeks: ECON 5317 Healthcare Economics

    Second 7 weeks: MGMT 5230 Strategic Leadership

  • Spring

    First 7 weeks: MGMT 5500 Strategic Management Process

    Second 7 weeks: MGMT 5800 Strategic Experience

 

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Tracie Gamble

Graduate Business Programs Advisor

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Dr. Steve Ellis

Assistant Dean for Student AffairsBill Gatton College of Pharmacy