Pharmacy Manager Courses
Pharmacy Managers oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring quality drug dispensing, training staff, and maintaining compliance with regulations.
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How do I become a Pharmacy Manager
Get qualified to work as a Pharmacy Manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Estimated fee
From $18,267
Duration
24 months - 2 and a half years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The Master of Pharmacy offers specialised study in pharmacy practice, clinical pharmacy, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, pharmacotherapy, and health systems, complemented by practical training. This innovative and practice-oriented course builds upon students' scientific backgrounds, delivering in-depth and current knowledge pertinent to modern pharmacy practice. It is designed for those seeking to deepen their expertise in the pharmacy field and enhance their practical skills in various pharmaceutical areas.
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Estimated fee
From $18,267
Duration
24 months - 2 and a half years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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Common questions
How much do Pharmacy Managers earn?
The average salary for Australian registered Pharmacy Managers is currently $2,180 per week ($113,360 annually) and can expect to earn more than this. Increase your earning capacity by undertaking post-graduate qualifications in business administration, leadership, and marketing.
What are the job opportunities for Pharmacy Managers?
There are 18,800 retail Pharmacists currently employed across Australia, some of these are Pharmacy Managers. They mainly work for (or own) retail pharmacy franchises.
How do I become a Pharmacy Manager?
Becoming a fully qualified Pharmacy Manager in Australia has the following essential steps:
- Complete a Bachelor of Pharmacy and Management (Honours).
- Complete a Master of Pharmacy Practice.
- Undertake an Intern Training Program (ITP) and supervised practice at a registered pharmacy that is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council.
- Pass the registration exam with the Pharmacy Board of Australia (PharmBA).
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2024
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Pharmacy Managers are registered Pharmacists who manage the day-to-day operations of a pharmacy business while overseeing the quality and compliance of drug preparations and dispensing. They hire, train, and supervise pharmacy technicians and interns as well as retail and administrative staff.
As a Pharmacy Manager you could be receiving a prescription and checking the patient’s medicine history, supervising the preparation and labelling of liquid medicines, ensuring that the pharmacy’s prescription processing procedures comply with legislation relating to the issue of narcotics and habit-forming drugs, meeting with pharmacy retail staff to discuss monthly sales and promotional activities, hiring a new administrative assistant, or reviewing the monthly accounts and sales figures.
To succeed in this occupation you will need a thorough working knowledge of clinical pharmacy practice, well-developed leadership skills, and the ability to communicate with patients and retail customers.
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