Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Business MS

The Saint Joseph's University Master of Science in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business is a 30-credit, fully-online program designed for professionals already working in pharmaceutical and healthcare industries who want to deepen their expertise and advance in their careers. 

Unlike an MBA, the MS allows you to skip the business core and go straight into specialized, industry-focused coursework — covering everything from pharmaceutical marketing and pharmacoeconomics to supply chain management, R&D, pricing and reimbursement. The program is built around a deep understanding of how the healthcare industry functions from every angle: biopharmaceutical products, patients, payers and provider networks.

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What Sets Our Program Apart

  • The degree is structured so that all 10 courses are focused entirely within the scope of pharmaceutical and healthcare business. Unlike the MBA program, there are no general business core requirements, so every course builds directly on your existing industry knowledge and prepares you to take on greater responsibility in your field.

     

  • With a large selection of electives, you can tailor coursework to your personal goals. Whether you want to focus on pharmaceutical research and development, or branch out into supply chain, pricing and managed market access, this is a curriculum that adapts to where you want to go. 

  • Students in the MS program may also be eligible to earn one or more graduate certificates while completing their degree. Choose from certificates in Managed Market Access, Biotech and Life Sciences Management, and Healthcare Management, adding additional credentials to your professional profile.

  • Our faculty bring significant real-world experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, and are actively engaged with the professional community. That connection translates into a classroom experience grounded in current industry practice — and a network that can support your career advancement.

What Can I Do with an MS in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business?


This program is designed for professionals looking to advance within their existing organizations, take on leadership roles or explore new opportunities within the industry. Physicians and other clinicians interested in understanding how the industry operates around them will also find this program highly relevant. Graduates are prepared for roles such as:

  • Pharmaceutical Marketing Manager
  • Market Access Specialist
  • Pharmaceutical Pricing Analyst
  • Reimbursement Strategy Manager
  • Commercial Operations Manager
  • Healthcare Strategy Consultant
  • Biotech Business Development Manager
  • Healthcare Analytics Manager
     

Program Details

  • View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.

  • Affordable tuition rates can be found on our tuition and fees website.

  • Financial aid and discount options may be available to you to help offset the cost of your degree. Explore your options on our financial aid page.

Why Pursue an MS in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business in Philadelphia? 

Philadelphia is one of the nation's leading life sciences hubs, home to major pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, health systems, and managed care organizations. Saint Joseph's University's Haub School of Business sits at the center of this ecosystem, offering students direct access to industry professionals, networking opportunities and a job market with strong ongoing demand for credentialed pharmaceutical and healthcare business leaders.

Admission Information

  • To be considered for admission, you must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a demonstrated record of academic success.

    • Apply online.
    • Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
    • Submit a personal statement.
    • Submit resume.
    • Submit one letter of recommendation.

    Visit our Graduate Admission Information page to learn more about admission requirements, key deadlines, additional requirements for international students and how to submit your application.

  • Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. New students may enroll in courses during the fall semester.

    Start Terms:

    1. Fall: August
    2. Spring: January
    3. Summer: May

  • SJU is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

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