The most popular career choices during my last years of School education, in the late 1980s, were becoming an engineer or a doctor. Everyone would ask,
"You want to be an Engineer or a Doctor ?"
There were very few other career options to consider, so our school days were all about becoming one of these two professions.
Of course, parents also frequently offered the third option, which was, "If you can't be a doctor or an engineer, we'll open a Kirana shop for you." That was the most beneficial and sought after business in those days 😊
There was no mention of a career in pharmacy, but I consider myself fortunate that someone informed my parents about it, as it led me to Bangalore in 1990 to begin my Pharmacy program (Karnataka was regarded as a hub for pharmaceutical education institutions back then).
I say I am fortunate because India was a net importer of pharmaceuticals until 1987–1988. However, in 1990, things changed dramatically, and India became a major exporter of generic drugs to the world. By 1994–1995, India's exports had increased tenfold to US$504 million compared to US$219 million in imports, creating a US$285 million trade surplus. The growth of the pharmaceutical industry was aided by government support for PSUs (Public Sector Units).
An important turning point in the history of the Indian pharmaceutical industry was the 1995 implementation of the TRIPS (Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Right) agreement. As you have already read in my previous blog, this resulted in the reintroduction of product patents, and the journey that followed has been amazing.
Now is the ideal moment to become a part of the great, noble, and growing Indian pharmaceutical industry, which is expected to grow significantly in the years to come.
Even though many of you reading this blog are already working in the pharmaceutical industry and are part of this incredible journey, there are still opportunities for growth available for you in this field.
So, take your time and read this blog, where I'll discuss the different courses that are offered in India to help you progress and build a successful career in this field. Please share this blog with everyone who is trying to find the right course and career for themselves and their loved ones.
Your friends and family should read it as well if they are trying to find the perfect career for their loved ones. I have no doubt that this post will help a lot of people make the right decision and launch a lucrative career. Additionally, I would advise you to share this blog with any kids you know who are presently enrolled in high or secondary school; this will provide them with an additional thought-provoking option.
The information provided below about different pharmacy courses will assist you in determining which one is best for you and your loved ones.
Let's discuss the courses that are offered by Indian institutes:
1. Diploma in Pharmacy: After completing their 12th grade education, candidates must complete higher secondary or 10+2 coursework with physics, chemistry, biology/mathematics, and English as required subjects in order to pursue a Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharma) program. The course lasts two years and is followed by three months of training and practical.
Apart from D. Pharma, there are numerous other diploma programs that you can choose from, depending on your interests. These programs include:
a) Diploma in Pharmaceutical Management
b) Post Graduate Diploma in Herbal Products
c) Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
d) Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
e) Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmacovigilance
f) Post Graduate Diploma in Philosophies of Medical Pharmacology
2. Bachelors in Pharmacy: Candidates must have earned at least 50% of the possible points from a recognized Indian board in their 10+2 exams, which included Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as required subjects, in order to pursue a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharma).
Or
Must earn at least 50% on the Diploma in Pharmacy (D. Pharm) exam. Other available pharmacy bachelor's degree programs, aside from B. Pharma, include:
a) Bachelor of Pharmacy in Honours
b) Bachelor of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutics
c) Bachelor of Pharmacy in Pharmacognosy
d) Bachelor of Pharmacy in Pharmacology
e) Bachelor of Pharmacy in Ayurvedic
f) Bachelor of Pharmacy + Master of Business Administration (Dual Degree)
The duration of Bachelors courses is 4 years after 12th or 10 + 2, however for the Dual Degree the course duration is 5 years.
3. Post graduation courses in Pharmacy: After successfully completing B. Pharma, Indian institutes offer a large number of specialization courses, also known as M. Pharma courses. The list of available courses is as follows:
a) M. Pharm in Pharmaceutics
b) M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Technology
c) M. Pharm in Quality Assurance
d) M. Pharm in Regulatory Affairs
e) M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
f) M. Pharm in Pharmacognosy
g) M. Pharm in Pharmacology
h) M. Pharm in Pharmacy Practice
i) M. Pharm in Industrial Pharmacy
j) M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
k) M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Analysis
The duration of all above M. Pharma courses is 2 years.
In addition to the courses mentioned above, the following are some more Pharma courses that can be selected after graduation:
a) MBA in Pharmaceutical Management
b) Post Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy preparation and Drug supply Administration
c) M. Sc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
d) Pharm. D
e) Diploma in Clinical Research
f) Diploma in Drugstore Management
g) Post Graduation Diploma in Clinical Trial Management
After graduating, 6 month courses like regulatory affairs and medical coding may also be taken into consideration.
4. Pharmacy Doctoral Course: Often referred to as PharmD, this six-year professional pharmacy doctoral program consists of five years of coursework and one year of internship or residency. After earning a B. Pharma, candidates can also pursue a PharmD, in which case they will be admitted straight into their fourth year, for a total course length of three years, consisting of two years of academic study and one year of internship or residency.
Candidates must have passed the 12th or 10+2 exam with physics, chemistry, and either biology or mathematics as required subjects in order to pursue a PharmD.
Or
Must have finished a D. Pharma program from an establishment recognized by the Indian Pharmacy Council.
Or
Must have earned a B. Pharma. Degree from a institute recognized by the Indian Pharmacy Council.
The Pharmacy Council of India has directed that PharmD degree holders use the prefix "Dr." because PharmD is regarded as being comparable to a six-year public health-related program like MBBS.
I'm confident that the information above has given you a better understanding of the pharmacy programs offered in India, which will enable you and your loved ones to make the best decision and succeed in this amazing pharmaceutical sector.
Stay tuned as I discuss the different career options available to you based on your pharmacy course completion in my upcoming blogs and remember to follow me on Facebook and LinkedIn using the links provided below:
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