Master of Pharmacy

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) is a post-graduate program that graduates can pursue after completing an undergraduate degree in the pharmaceutical profession. This Pharmacy degree increases students' theoretical, technical, and practical expertise in the field of pharmacy, as well as their interest to conduct additional pharmaceutical research.

The M.Pharm program lasts two years and consists of four semesters, including thesis research work. The M.Pharm program provides an in-depth understanding of pharmacy. Drug regulatory Issues, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutical Production Technologies, and other topics are included in the program. Master of Pharmacy specialties includes pharmaceutics, quality assurance, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmacognosy, and many more.

The Master of Pharmacy program focuses on studying, evaluating, interpreting data, and discovering medications for the treatment of human ailments. This course is demanding in the pharmaceutical business due to the rising demand for a number of qualified employees in the industry. Pharmaceutical modernization has had a significant influence on the advancement of the medical industry.

 

Master of Pharmacy Eligibility

  • Candidates who have passed the Bachelor of Pharmacy Programme with not less than 50% of marks, of any recognized University or any other Institute equivalent thereto the University, are eligible for admission to the Master of Pharmacy Programmes.
  • For SC/ST candidates, the eligibility is a pass in the B.Pharm degree program.
  • An entrance examination Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT) and an interview are also conducted for admission. GPAT is an all-India Examination to be conducted by the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara on behalf of All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi.

 

Master of Pharmacy Specialisations

M.Pharm in Pharmacology

M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics

M.Pharm in Pharmacognosy

M.Pharm in Pharmacy Practice

M.Pharm in Industrial Pharmacy

M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance

M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics (Drug Regulatory Affairs)

 

Master of Pharmacy Syllabus

Syllabus of Pharmacy course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Master of Pharmacy: Semester-I

  • Advance in Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology
  • Chemistry of Medical Natural Product
  • Modern Analytical Techniques
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
  • Pharmacokinetic and Formulation Design
  • Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapeutics
  • Pharmaceutical Formulation Design and Development

Master of Pharmacy: Semester-II

  • Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology and Systemic Pharmacology
  • Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
  • Biotechnology and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants
  • Clinical Research and Approval of New Drugs
  • Clinical Pharmacotherapeutics and Toxicology
  • Design & Development of a Novel Drug Delivery System
  • Evaluation of Herbal Drugs and Formulations
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Pharmacometrics and Evaluation of Drugs
  • Special Techniques in Drug Analysis
  • Standardization and Stabilization Method of Drugs and Herbal Formulation

Master of Pharmacy: Semester-III

  • Dissertation (Introduction)
  • Seminar of Recent Subjects in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master of Pharmacy: Semester-IV

  • Thesis and Viva

 

M.Pharm Entrance Exam

Entrance to M.Pharm is based on national-level admission exams administered by several authorities. Following are some of the entrance tests in India that must be passed in order to be admitted to the course:

1.) Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT)

2.) All India PG Super Specialty Common Entrance Exam (AIPGSSCEE)

3.) Birla Institute of Technical Science Higher Degree Exam (BITS HD)

4.) Manipal Entrance Test (MIT)

5.) West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam (WBJEE)

A few institutes also provide direct admission to M.Pharm programs, which means they do not require entrance or national-level exams.

 

Master of Pharmacy Colleges

National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research - NIPER, Mohali

College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vishakhapatnam

Birla Institute of Technology and Science - BITS Pilani, Pilani

 

Master of Pharmacy Career Scope

MPharm degrees in any field can lead to several chances in both education and employment.

A Ph.D. in Pharmacy specialty can be pursued based on one's interests and preferences. It enables him to grasp this topic, which in turn leads to rich work opportunities. Ph.D. Pharmaceutics, Ph.D. Pharmacology, and Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Sciences are several specialties.

Students can also study MBA, PGDM, and LLB studies to advance their careers. An MBA would help them land a management position, while an LLB will land them a position as a corporate attorney in a pharmaceutical business.

There are several reputable Pharmaceutical Companies, Food & Fermentation Units, Educational Institutes, Drug Control Administration, Sales & Marketing divisions, Research Agencies, Industries, Labs, and Hospitals in India and overseas that provide a variety of career responsibilities.

If students choose to work in the government, they can become drug inspectors or pharmacists. A Master's degree in Pharmacy allows individuals to advance in their careers more quickly.

Students can also start their own pharmaceutical firms and medical stores, which will help them develop their careers.

Master of Pharmacy Employment Areas

  • Chemist Shops
  • Clinical Research
  • Cosmetic Industry
  • Drug Control Administration
  • Educational Institutes
  • Food and Drug Administration
  • Government Analytical Labs
  • Government Medical Services
  • Hospitals / Health Centres
  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Pharmaceutical Firms
  • Pharmaceutical Research Industry
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Units
  • Research Agencies
  • Sales and Marketing Department

 

Master of Pharmacy Job Types

Analytical Chemist

Analytical chemists work in all areas of chemical research, including business, academia, and government. They do fundamental laboratory research, design processes, and products, create analytical tools, educate, and work in marketing and law.

Customs Officer

A customs officer is a special person who is in charge of enforcing customs legislation on the government's behalf. Working in the customs department might entail working at an airport or a border crossing.

Drug Regulatory Affairs Executive

You will be the vital link between your organization, its products, and regulatory bodies as a Drug Regulatory Affairs Officer. A career in regulatory affairs is one of the most diverse occupations one can pursue since it offers a wide range of work prospects at various levels.

Drug Inspector / Government Drug Inspector

Drug inspectors, often known as quality control inspectors, are responsible for ensuring that medications are safe for human consumption. The duties of a drug inspector include inspecting medicines at different phases of research and development, distribution, and selling to ensure that the necessary requirements have been reached.

Medical Coder

A Medical Coder converts patient information into an insurance-compliant coding system. With this information, they may handle reimbursement claims from providers in compliance with agreements.

Medical Writer

Medical writers translate drug trials, medical research findings, and clinical data for use in regulatory documents and medical journal abstracts provided to a professional audience.

Medical Transcriptionist

Medical transcriptionists, often known as healthcare documentation professionals, employ electronic equipment to transcribe physician and other healthcare workers' voice recordings into official reports. Transcriptionists may also alter medical records for correctness before returning them for review and clearance.

Production Executive

Producing executives are the producing company's business brains. They are in charge of ensuring that the production firm generates a profit while also adhering to all required procedures.

Quality Assurance Executive

A QA Officer or QA Manager GMP is active in GxP areas such as Good Clinical Practice, Good Distribution Practice, or Good Manufacturing Practice in pharma product manufacture. Professionals play an important part in pharmaceutical production Quality Assurance.

Researcher

A pharmaceutical scientist is someone who does research to help with drug discovery, development, and testing. These individuals are often bench-level scientists tasked with carrying out trials as part of a team-based research endeavor aimed at bringing novel medications to market.

Regulatory Manager

The Regulatory Affairs Manager oversees the company's manufacturing activities and ensures that all applicable rules and standard operating procedures are followed.

Teacher & Lecturer

Pharmacy lecturers are topic professors, teachers, or lecturers who teach students with a high school diploma. Pharmacy professors prepare lectures and tests, supervise laboratory practices, grade papers, and exams, and organize review and feedback sessions for students. They also undertake academic pharmaceutical research, publish their findings, and collaborate with other university peers.

 

Salary Prospects after Master of Pharmacy

In India, the average salary for an M.Pharm is 2.5 Lakhs per year (20.8k per month). A pharmacist's income ranges from $45000 per month to over 60000 per month after two years. The yearly income of a Medical Writer in India ranges from Rs 2.2 lakhs to Rs 7.5 lakhs, with an average annual compensation of Rs 3.8 lakhs. Starting salaries for M.Pharma teachers at private institutions range from 15000 to 35000.

 

Top Recruiters Seeking Master of Pharmacy Qualified

Graduates are recruited by top companies like:

  • Biocon
  • Cipla
  • Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
  • Lupin
  • Wockhardt
  • Aurobindo
  • Novozymes

 

After completing Certificate in Drug Regulatory Affairs you can become :