The marketing certificate can be completed as a standalone certificate or as part of the Marketing M.S. or stackable MBA. Whether you enroll in the marketing certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA or M.S., you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.
Overview
The Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA at Saint Joseph's University is designed to accelerate your career by enhancing your marketing knowledge through academic study and real-world experience in the healthcare industry.
What is the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA?
The Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA curriculum provides you with an understanding of a variety of relevant marketing topics, addressing the successful business of healthcare delivery from the perspectives of all industry stakeholders — from biopharma products to patients, payers and provider networks.
What Can You Do With a Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA?
The Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA is not just an MBA with a concentration — it’s a program designed for professionals to accelerate their careers in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical device, diagnostics, healthcare and more. Graduates who obtain a Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA from Saint Joseph's University have gone on to secure middle- to senior-level management positions in:
- Healthcare marketing
- Pharmaceutical marketing
- Market research
- Marketing operations
- Finance
- Clinical research
- Product management
- Pharmaceutical sales
The Haub School’s Pharmaceutical and Healthcare MBA program was a perfect fit for my needs, providing me with the business, management and leadership education combined with a focus on my chosen industry and the flexibility to fit into my busy schedule. I apply the learnings and experiences from my MBA regularly and I know that it helped me to advance in my career."
How Will Saint Joseph's University Enhance Your Career in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Marketing?
When obtaining a Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA, you will study strategic approaches to the complex business and marketing-related problems in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. You will learn how to provide alternative strategies and evaluate the pros and cons of those approaches.
Additionally, you will understand the challenges faced by the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries in a global economy and the cultural issues firms must address to succeed in this environment. You will develop a fuller understanding of and respect for diversity in the population and will learn how to market pharmaceutical and healthcare products across cultures, ethnic groups, socio-economic groups, gender and sexual orientations.
At a Glance
Length |
Average: 2-3 years All students have the flexibility to take up to 6 years to complete their degree. |
Format | On Campus, Online or Both |
Credits | 36 Total |
Schedule |
With convenient rolling admissions, you may begin coursework at any time throughout the year. On-Campus: Each course is completed in just two days along with pre- and post-assignments. Online: Classes are normally offered in 8-week accelerated sessions, with most classes meeting online one evening per week. |
Key Dates and Timeline |
Courses are offered on a rolling basis throughout the year. Rolling admissions allow students to apply, and start taking classes anytime year-round.
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Profile of a Fellow Student |
Candidates for the Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA program have been recognized by their organizations as future leaders with a proven record of high performance and strong initiative.
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Tuition | $1,163 per credit (2022-2023) |
Veterans |
SJU is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veteran Services can help you access and understand your benefits |
Discount Eligibility |
*note - discounts cannot be combined. |
Career Center | The Career Center at SJU offers a host of resources including resume review, interview prep, on-campus career fairs and interviews, workshops and networking events. |
Related Programs
Saint Joseph’s University's online Master of Science in marketing program provides students with the knowledge, skills and experience they need to stand out from the crowd in today’s ever-changing and challenging marketplace.