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Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry
Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry
The Lifelong Learning Master’s Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry was created to address the growing demand for specialized medical communication professionals. Developed in collaboration between the pharmaceutical industry and UPF-BSM, the program trains highly qualified talent aligned with real industry needs, filling a clear gap in both education and the job market.
Significant investments have been made by Barcelona and, more broadly Catalunya, to bring Research & Development opportunities around this area with several pharmaceutical companies having fully established their presence. However, there remains a clear gap in specialized training in medical communication. Traditional career pathways are limited in visibility, and existing academic programs do not sufficiently prepare candidates for the specific needs of the pharmaceutical and medical communications industry.
The Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry addresses this gap by offering industry-aligned training, practical experience, and professional networking, directly responding to the current and future demand for skilled medical communicators and supporting the growth of the healthcare sector.
Why choose this program
International Recognition
Study at a school accredited by EQUIS, an international distinction that guarantees the quality of our institution and makes us the 1st school of management linked to a public university with this accreditation in our country.
Learn from great experts
You will be trained by a teaching team made up of professors from top-level national and international professionals from renowned companies and institutions that will provide you with fully functional knowledge.
A hands-on approach to medical communication
The program subjects combine theory and practice. You will work on real case studies and develop a Master's Final Project focused on a practical approach or on research of an original topic.
Connection with the professional world
The Master includes the option to undertake a curricular or extracurricular internship, providing you with relevant work experience.
Who is it for?
The Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry is aimed at Graduates in health and life sciences disciplines (pharmacy, medicine, biology, biomedicine, etc.); Graduates in communication-related disciplines (communication, marketing, journalism, audiovisual communication, etc.); and Graduates in Business-related disciplines.
Accreditations
UPF Barcelona School of Management is the management school of Pompeu Fabra University, the 1st Ibero-American university and the 16th placed university in the world, among those under 50 years of age, according to the Times Higher Education ranking.
UPF Barcelona School of Management has EQUIS accreditation, the most prestigious institutional recognition for business schools globally, and places itself among the top business schools in the world
Curriculum
The Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry is divided into 6 main study modules, while the Master’s Final Project is completed concurrently
Introduction to Medical Communication
Scientific Communication: Bridging Science and Practice:
Regulatory Affairs & Market Access: Navigating Submissions, Approvals & Health Technology Assessment
Corporate Communication: Every Word Matters
Elective Tracks
Master’s Thesis
The Master’s Final Project consists of developing a group project, tailored to the area of work or interest of each group of participants, which reflects the content and dynamics covered in the program and will be supervised by a designated team of expert tutors.
Qualification obtained
Once students have completed the course they will obtain the Lifelong Learning Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry awarded by Pompeu Fabra University (60 ECTS).
Methodology
The teaching and learning methodology of the Master's Degree in Medical Communication for the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare Industry is based on a combination of different types of learning activities, designed to encourage active participation, knowledge acquisition, and the practical application of concepts throughout the programme.
Activities include:
- Preparatory learning: Pre-class activities based on assigned materials to introduce key concepts and identify problems.
- Participatory instruction: Interactive lectures and guided discussions that promote engagement, collaboration, and knowledge building.
- Practice and consolidation: Applied activities such as case studies, problem-solving, presentations, and role-playing, with feedback from faculty and peers.
- Discovery learning: Individual and group projects guided by faculty, using active methodologies such as Problem-Based and Project-Oriented Learning.
Assessment
To obtain the corresponding degree, it is essential to pass all courses, the assessment of which depends on the respective lecturer. Evaluation may consist of continuous assessment, assignments, exercises, a final exam, or other methods. You must also successfully complete and pass the Master’s Final Thesis.