MSc In Pharmaceutical Business and Technology
Course Overview
An exciting Masters programme developing your knowledge of Pharmaceutical Business, Regulation and Technology
This unique Masters Degree Course is delivered by the Griffith Innopharma Faculty of Science and blends the subjects of pharmaceutical technology and business.
This programme is delivered in partnership with Innopharma.
Why Study Pharmaceutical Business and Technology with Innopharma Education at Griffith College?
The MSc in Pharmaceutical Business and Technology is conducted over a 1-2 year period and is available on both a full and part-time basis. The course focuses on core competencies such as pharmaceutical processes and production, pharmaceutical business introduction & technology transfer, emerging trends, operational excellence (Lean & Six Sigma), regulatory affairs, data analytics, strategic thinking and leadership development.
- Gain priceless practical experience within an ever-expanding industry
- Develop your professional skills to enhance career opportunities through the development of CVs and interview, networking, presentation and communication skills.
- All classes are broadcast live online offering the learners the opportunity to either physically attend or join the class online.
- Extensive coaching and mentoring workshops will be provided with a specific focus on individual assessment and improvement.
- Part-time learning allows students already working in the area extra time to hone skills.
Intake Dates
- Dublin - Full-Time - September 2025
What our students say
The master's really gave me a broad understanding of what the industry wants and needs, as well as how I can adapt my skills to work within the industry, and I think it's really paid off. From what I've heard, there is no other master's programme like it. I really think that if I hadn't done this course, I wouldn't be where I am. I wouldn't have the job that I am in now.
MSc In Pharmaceutical Business Operations
I did my master's in Pharmaceutical Business & Technology with Innopharma, and now I am working as a manufacturing operator in Mylan. I'd definitely say I was able to get this position thanks to my training with Innopharma. Mylan is a great company, and Innopharma helped me get here.
MSc in Pharmaceutical Business & Technology
Course Details
Note: A full-time schedule is two taught semesters (60 credits) and one dissertation semester (30 credits).
Semester 1 (20 Credits)
- Pharmaceutical & biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry
- Pharmaceutical products
- Manufacturing
- Quality system elements
- Validation and change control
- Pharmaceutical plant design
- Pharma 4.0
- Pharmaceutical quality systems
- Principles of quality by design
- Pharmaceutical legislation and regulation
- Core principles
- Statutory frameworks
- Current GMP regulations
- Irish and European Union law
- ICH proceedings
- Future regulations
Semester 2 (20 Credits)
- Technology transfer process
- Research to manufacturing
- Location to location
- Life cycle studies
- Raw material impacts
- Pilot plant studies
- Validation
- Commissioning and cleaning
- Project management
- Regulatory framework
- Analytical methods
- Challenges facing the pharmaceutical industry
- New product types
- Patent cliffs
- Emerging markets
- Innovative medicines
- Live licensing
- Modes of healthcare delivery
- Governmental strategies
- Demands on manufacturing and distribution
- Current challenges of the pharmaceutical industry
- Strategic thinking in the bio/pharma industry
- Leading change in the bio/pharma industry
- Culture of innovation
- Corporate governance and business ethics
Semester 3 (20 Credits)
- Origins of operations excellence
- Operational excellence implementation models
- Lean sigma implementation
- Design of six sigma
- Science of innovation
- TRIZ
- Key performance indicators (KPI)
- Quality function deployment
- Drug development life cycle
- Clinical trials project management
- Contract research organisations (CRO)
- Competitive marketing in the clinical trials sector
- Managing commercial relationships
Semester 4/5 (30 Credits)
- Topic selection
- Literature review
- Research design
- Methods of data collection and analysis
- Ethics
- Abstract
- Introduction and rationale
- methodology
- Analysis & results
- Discussions and recommendations
- Presentation of dissertation
Timetables
Part-Time Offering:
This two-stage programme is delivered 2 evenings per week (in class or online) and 2 Saturdays per month.
Full Time / International Offering:
Four days per week on campus
How to Apply
Entry Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum qualification of an Honors degree (minimum 2.2 or higher) at NFQ Level 8 or higher in Science, Engineering or Quality or related discipline.
Pharmaceutical Science Courses
English Language
Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.
For more information, please visit here.
How to Apply
Applicants should contact Orla McKiernan or a member of the Innopharma Education team at +353 1 485 3346 or via email.
Students can also apply directly through Griffith.ie
Fees
For purposes of fee calculation, residence is counted from time of application.
Please note that not all study modes may be offered at all times; for confirmation, refer to the Intake dates on the Overview tab.
Tuition Fees
Study Mode: Full-Time
Dublin
EUR 8,450.00
Study Mode: Full-Time
Please refer to the Irish/EU Living Abroad Fees.
Study Mode: Full-Time
Please refer to our Non-EU Tuition Fees section.
Non-EU students: a Student Services and Administration fee of EUR200 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted below.
General Fee Information
An Academic Administration Fee of EUR250.00 and a 2% Learner Protection Charge is applicable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted. The fees relate to Year 1 fees only.
Flexible payment options
Students wishing to pay their fees monthly may avail of our direct debit scheme. Please view our Fees information page for more information and assistance.
Sponsorship
Is your company paying for your course?
They will need to complete a Griffith College Sponsorship Form and send this to the Student Fees Office:
- Post: Student Fees, Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road, Dublin 8
- Email: accounts@griffith.ie
2% Learner Protection Charge
All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012 whereby, in the event of the provider ceasing to provide the programme for any reason, enrolled learners may transfer to a similar programme at another provider, or, in the event that this is not practicable, the fees most recently paid will be refunded.
QQI Award Fee
Please note that a QQI Award Fee applies in the final year of all QQI courses. To find the relevant fee for your course level, please see the Fees page.
Progression
Academic Progression
Options will depend on the academic requirements and the career choice of the learner.
Career Progression
Potential Roles for graduates of this course include:
- R & D Product Management
- Production/ Supervisory Management
- Quality/ Regulatory Affairs Roles
- Supply Chain Roles
- Project Management
- Process Improvement roles
