PharmD/MBA Concurrent Degree Program
The PharmD/MBA Concurrent Degree Program between The Citadel and MUSC allows students to earn both Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees in the same four-year period. Consequently, participating students benefit from significant savings in time and money, while preparing themselves for a wider range of career opportunities. The Citadel MBA element of the program is offered online.
Concurrent Degree Program Admission Requirements
Although the MBA program has traditionally required a bachelor’s degree, they have agreed to accept PharmD students who have completed a total of 124 credit hours. Students can apply during the semester they are finishing up their 124 hours. PharmD students may apply to The Citadel to begin any semester, but are encouraged to start during the Summer after their P1 year.
MUSC PharmD students must submit an online application, official undergraduate transcript(s), official MUSC transcript, PCAT scores, two letters of recommendation, and a resume for admission. To begin your application to the MBA program, click here. For questions about the admission process, contact the Graduate College Office at 843-953-5089 or cgc@citadel.edu.
Financial Aid Awards
Students from MUSC’s PharmD program who enroll in The Citadel’s MBA program concurrently will be given four tuition waiver awards at the time of admission. Awards will be applied each semester of your Citadel enrollment. Each award is the equivalent of the cost of in-state tuition for one (1) 3 credit hour course. Only one award can be processed for each semester. The PharmD/MBA award does not include the costs of fees, textbooks, or materials associated with the course. Non-resident students will have to pay the tuition difference. Students must remain in good standing in the MBA Program.
Transfer Credit Approval
The Citadel will accept the transfer of approved courses from MUSC’s PharmD program to be used towards the MBA program. In order for courses to transfer, they must be completed with a grade of B or better and meet the requirements of the college’s transfer policy. We encourage you to contact the MBA Advisor with any questions regarding the completion of the MBA Program.
The following PharmD courses may be accepted for credit by The Citadel, which requires 6 credit hours of elective courses:
- Outcomes Design and Assessment (COP 725, P2 year, required)
- Pharmacy Law and Ethics (COP 805, P3 year, required)
- Other approved Pharmacy Practice or Administrative electives
Contact Us
Dr. Todd Drew – Director, Graduate and College Transfer Programs
tdrew1@citadel.edu
Brian Tucker – MBA and Undergraduate Completion Advisor
btucker2@citadel.edu
Dr. Philip D. Hall – Dean & Professor, College of Pharmacy at MUSC
hallpd@musc.edu