USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business

Welcome Leslie D., our new Academic Program Administrator! Leslie is the newest staff member at the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business. She joins us as a previous staff member from the #USC Career Center. Leslie will provide career advising and develop programming to enhance the success of students and alumni in the Healthcare Decision Analysis and Biopharmaceutical Marketing master's degree programs. "As a first-generation professional, I'm passionate about fostering an inclusive environment where all learners have access to the tools and resources needed for professional growth. I'm excited to build relationships with our students and learn how I can support them on their career journeys." #USCMann #gradschool #advising #careerdevelopment

Meet Kendall Colletti, a student in the biopharmaceutical marketing program at USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business. After discovering her passion for pharmaceuticals and advertising during a transformative summer internship in 2019, Kendall began a career in pharmaceutical marketing and chose to enhance her skills and expertise by participating in our program. A senior strategist at Inizio Evoke Drive, Kendall has found the program’s flexibility invaluable. She appreciates the convenience of attending online webcasts and in-person sessions on campus. “Overall, the way the program is structured works very well for working professionals,” Kendall says. “The flexibility allows me to engage with professors, guest speakers and fellow students while managing professional responsibilities.” As she nears the completion of her master’s degree this spring, Kendall is committed to continuing her impactful work in the pharmaceutical industry, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes and contributing to their well-being. The Biopharmaceutical Marketing and Healthcare Decision Analysis programs are designed to accommodate full-time students and working professionals, providing the adaptability needed to balance career and academic goals. For more information about our programs and how they can support your career aspirations, visit https://lnkd.in/gqniBsXb #BiopharmaceuticalMarketing #Healthcare #Pharma #Career 

Meet Admissions representatives Michelle Ton and Bridgette Smith at an In-Person Graduate School recruitment event! Learn more about the Healthcare Decision Analysis (HCDA) and Biopharmaceutical Marketing (BPMK) master’s degree and graduate certificate programs directly from them or visit https://lnkd.in/gqniBsXb #gradschool #USCMann #healthcare #pharma #STEM #mastersdegree

If you want to advance your career in the healthcare industry, the MS in Healthcare Decision Analysis and the MS in Biopharmaceutical Marketing programs offer specialized training to help you excel. Both programs focus on enhancing healthcare value, access and reimbursement, equipping students with practical tools, quantitative models and leadership skills. The Healthcare Decision Analysis program is ideal for those interested in strategic management, healthcare business optimization and interdisciplinary teamwork to solve complex problems. The Biopharmaceutical Marketing program is perfect for individuals looking to dive into product marketing, brand management, product development and consulting within the biopharmaceutical sector. Now accepting applications for fall 2025. Learn more about the USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business master’s programs and graduate certificates at https://lnkd.in/gqniBsXb #healthcare #pharma #careers #gradschool #USCMann

Welcome new students of the Healthcare Decision Analysis (HCDA) and Biopharmaceutical Marketing (BPMK) graduate programs at the USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business. #USCMann #FightOn #WelcomeTrojans #gradschool #healthcare #pharma

John Stofko, MPH, MBA, RPh, and Maryann Wu, EdD of #USCMann attended the Pharmacy Education Symposium (PES) held at Monash University in Prato, Italy, in July 2024. They presented their work on “Experiential Learning in Healthcare Consulting to Help Prepare Students for Careers in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.” The presentation showcased the Enterprise Team Projects (ETP) incorporated into the Healthcare Decision Analysis and Biopharmaceutical Marketing master’s degree programs. ETPs offer graduate students the opportunity to leverage classroom knowledge and skills through real-world, company-sponsored projects, effectively bridging academic learning with industry experience. Learn more about ETPs: https://lnkd.in/gvMgXgsx. #healthcare #pharma #consulting #gradschool

Jason Shafrin has joined USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business as adjunct professor and course coordinator. An expert with more than 15 years of experience in health economics, health policy and research, and over 50 peer-reviewed publications, Shafrin is also a previous guest lecturer in the program. Shafrin is teaching Applications of Contemporary Healthcare Policy this summer. The course focuses on the economic impacts associated with health policy and the business practices that drive decision-making and management in the healthcare industry.   Shafrin holds a PhD in economics from the University of California, San Diego. Learn more about the master’s programs in healthcare decision analysis and biopharmaceutical marketing at https://lnkd.in/gqniBsXb #healthcare #healtheconomics #healthpolicy #USCMann

At the conclusion of Enterprise Team Projects (ETP), #USCMann graduate students presented their strategic analysis of a comprehensive medical management program. The ETP challenges students to work collaboratively on real-world cases, conducting research, analyzing data, and presenting original findings. Learn more about ETP at https://lnkd.in/gvMgXgsx #healthcare #pharma #gradstudents #teams #consulting

Another great day with the USC Mann Healthcare & Biopharmaceutical Industry Global Studies Program! This time we’re in the city of Baar visiting the good people at Biogen. Thanks a million to Chris Leibman and Loukas Xaplanteris for your tremendous support and organizing such an informative and creative session for our students today. You have a most fabulous team (and the view from your office ain’t too bad either). We hope to see you again sooner rather than later. #uscmann #USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business

The deadlines are quickly approaching to apply for the USC Mann Division of Healthcare and Biopharmaceutical Business master’s degree and graduate certificate programs in:  ● Healthcare Decision Analysis and ● Biopharmaceutical Marketing These specialized programs prepare graduates to excel in business careers focused on healthcare, biopharmaceuticals and medical technology industries. Applications for fall 2024 are in active review, but the deadline is fast approaching! Application deadline to start Fall 2024 classes: ● June 1, 2024 for International students ● July 1, 2024 for Domestic students Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gqP4RjCK  For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gqniBsXb  Questions? Please contact Michelle Ton, Program Administrator of Admissions and Academic Affairs, at tonm@usc.edu. #healthcare #pharma #USCMann #mastersdegree #apply