The disparity between the curriculum offered in pharmacy colleges and the actual needs of the pharmaceutical industry is a well documented challenge. To address this, Global Pharma Academy was established to bridge this gap by providing quality education tailored to industry needs. As an ISO MSME certified national-level institute in pharmaceutical and healthcare sciences, the academy is dedicated to becoming a center of excellence, guiding students in building their careers in the pharma industry. With the motto 'Education to All', the academy is committed to delivering accessible and comprehensive pharmaceutical education at most affordable cost.

"We engage students via social media and Youtube, offering educational content on industry domains, career opportunities, and interview preparation. Moreover, we also visit institutes that provides pharmacy education personally to solve student's doubts related to career. Our goal is to helps students enhance their skills and secure employment. By providing personalized guidance and monitoring, we improve student performance and increase their chances of placement in their desired organizations", shares Amit Kumar Mane, CEO.

Closing the Curriculum Gap

Global Pharma Academy offers more than ten specialized courses, including pharmacovigilance, advanced SAS, drug regulatory affairs, clinical data management, medical writing, medical coding, and soft

skills development. Every three months, the academy conducts courses that emphasize hands-on training and industry-relevant skills. Unlike others that bundle multiple domains into one course, the academy emphasizes individual areas to provide students with deep, targeted knowledge. The academy ensures a comprehensive educational experience by incorporating domain knowledge, skill development, SWOT analysis, career-oriented programs, placement assistance, and ongoing support into its offerings. All courses are virtual (online mode), with recordings and study materials available for future reference. All courses are conducted from industry experts who’s having over 10 years of experience in their respective domain in top MNC.

Additionally, the academy includes retail and whole sale pharmacy management with digital course for pharma startups to encourage entrepreneurship. These courses equip students with essential business skills, covering major areas like documentation, finance, manpower, supply chain, and profit management. The academy supports new business owners with ongoing guidance, including on-site visits to help address challenges and ensure success.

"The academy prioritizes personalized education tailored to students' needs before they enroll. This approach is especially beneficial for those with career gaps, allowing them to study from home. For certification, students must complete mock interviews, tests, and presentations. Students get report cards at the end of each course. Certification is granted only after meeting these criteria, ensuring students possess the qualifications and skills necessary to excel in the industry", says Amit.

Global Pharma Academy ensures its courses align with industry needs by maintaining connections with HR professionals, industry associates, and alumni to gather insights on current trends and expectations. Each course begins with a refresher session highlighting key academic concepts. Periodic doubt clearing sessions and revisions also conducted during each course time.

Global Pharma Academy also conducts offline courses in collaboration with pharmacy institute to provide learning and placement assistance under institute campus.

Currently, the academy is developing courses in quality assurance, market research, pharma export, and aggregate reporting. These courses are in the pipeline and will be launched shortly to meet the growing demand in pharma. "Recognizing the need for continuous improvement and adaptation, we are committed to providing education that aligns with industry needs and opportunities. Our approach ensures the necessary skills to excel in high-demand fields, supporting their career growth and success. As a business, we understand the importance of staying updated and evolving to remain competitive", concludes Amit.