The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care (PgD Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care) is a specialized qualification designed for experienced pharmacy professionals who aspire to advance their leadership, management, and strategic skills within managed care and healthcare systems. This advanced programme is ideal for learners seeking to enhance their career prospects, broaden their knowledge, and actively engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD). It provides a comprehensive exploration of leadership principles, healthcare policy, managed care strategies, and effective decision-making in complex pharmacy environments.
This postgraduate diploma is particularly suited for pharmacists, clinical leaders, healthcare managers, and other professionals who are committed to developing their leadership competencies and contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care. Learners will acquire the skills to lead multidisciplinary teams, optimise pharmacy services, implement evidence-based strategies, and influence policy and operational decisions within managed care settings.
LICQual ensures that centres delivering this Level 7 qualification maintain the highest standards of education. Centres must employ competent and qualified staff with extensive experience in pharmacy leadership, healthcare management, and professional development, and provide learners with access to essential materials, resources, and facilities. This guarantees a rigorous, supportive, and engaging learning environment that promotes learner success, professional growth, and effective application of leadership skills in practice.
By completing this diploma, learners will achieve a prestigious Level 7 qualification, positioning themselves as leaders in pharmacy and managed care, and equipping them to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery, policy implementation, and organizational excellence.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care (PgD Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care)
Total Units
6
Total Credits
120
GLH
600
Qualification #
LICQ2201249
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care (PgD Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care) , applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2201249-1 |
Principles of Pharmacy Leadership |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201249-2 |
Managed Care Systems and Pharmacy Services |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201249-3 |
Strategic Planning and Operational Management |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201249-4 |
Healthcare Policy, Regulation, and Compliance |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201249-5 |
Quality Improvement and Patient Safety |
20 |
100 |
|
LICQ2201249-6 |
Research, Innovation, and Leadership in Practice |
20 |
100 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Unit 1: Principles of Pharmacy Leadership
Learners will be able to
- Critically analyse leadership theories and models relevant to pharmacy and healthcare
- Develop effective strategies for team management, decision-making, and organisational influence
- Apply personal leadership skills to lead multidisciplinary teams successfully
- Evaluate leadership practices to enhance professional and organisational performance
Unit 2: Managed Care Systems and Pharmacy Services
Learners will be able to
- Analyse the structure, policies, and operational frameworks of managed care systems
- Evaluate the role of pharmacy services in patient outcomes and cost management
- Apply knowledge of managed care to optimise pharmacy operations and service delivery
- Develop strategies to integrate pharmacy services effectively within healthcare systems
Unit 3: Strategic Planning and Operational Management
Learners will be able to
- Develop and implement strategic plans for pharmacy services within managed care settings
- Apply principles of resource allocation, performance management, and operational efficiency
- Evaluate the effectiveness of operational strategies in achieving organisational objectives
- Lead pharmacy teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based services
Unit 4: Healthcare Policy, Regulation, and Compliance
Learners will be able to
- Critically examine healthcare policies, regulations, and professional standards affecting pharmacy practice
- Apply legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements in managed care settings
- Evaluate compliance strategies to ensure quality and safety in pharmacy operations
- Develop policies and procedures aligned with professional and regulatory standards
Unit 5: Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
Learners will be able to
- Apply quality improvement methodologies to enhance pharmacy services
- Evaluate patient safety initiatives and risk management strategies
- Implement continuous improvement processes to optimise clinical and operational outcomes
- Develop action plans to improve service delivery, safety, and professional practice
Unit 6: Research, Innovation, and Leadership in Practice
Learners will be able to
- Plan, conduct, and evaluate research projects related to pharmacy leadership and managed care
- Apply evidence-based decision-making to improve operational and clinical outcomes
- Develop innovative strategies to enhance pharmacy services and organisational performance
- Disseminate research findings and influence policy, practice, and professional development
The LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care is designed for experienced pharmacy professionals and healthcare leaders who wish to enhance their leadership, management, and strategic skills within managed care settings. This course is ideal for:
- Pharmacists and Clinical Leaders seeking to develop advanced leadership and decision-making skills for complex healthcare environments
- Healthcare Managers and Administrators looking to optimise pharmacy services, operational efficiency, and patient outcomes
- Pharmacy Directors and Programme Managers aiming to lead multidisciplinary teams and implement evidence-based strategies in managed care
- Researchers and Policy Advisors wishing to influence healthcare policy, service delivery, and organisational performance
- Professionals Committed to CPD and lifelong learning, seeking a prestigious Level 7 qualification to advance their career and drive excellence in pharmacy leadership
This programme is suitable for learners with substantial experience in pharmacy practice, healthcare management, or clinical leadership who are motivated to apply advanced management principles, enhance service delivery, and make a significant impact on patient care, organizational efficiency, and professional practice.
Centres delivering the LICQual Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care must uphold the highest standards to ensure learners receive an exceptional and effective learning experience. To deliver this advanced programme successfully, centres are required to:
- Employ Competent and Qualified Staff: Tutors and facilitators must possess extensive experience and relevant qualifications in pharmacy leadership, healthcare management, and professional development to provide expert guidance to learners
- Provide Access to Essential Learning Resources: Centres must ensure learners have access to up-to-date academic journals, case studies, management tools, digital learning platforms, and computing equipment necessary for completing assessments and research projects
- Maintain Suitable Learning Facilities: Classrooms, seminar rooms, and digital learning environments should be equipped with modern technology to support interactive teaching, team collaboration, and independent study
- Ensure Compliance with Ethical and Professional Standards: Centres must adhere to professional, legal, and ethical standards in healthcare and educational practice, including data protection, safety protocols, and quality assurance
- Support Learner Progress and Development: Centres should implement robust assessment, monitoring, and feedback systems to guide learners successfully through the programme and enhance professional competencies
- Encourage Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Centres should provide opportunities for learners to engage in workshops, seminars, and additional leadership and management activities to promote ongoing professional growth
By meeting these requirements, centres ensure that learners enrolled in the PgD Pharmacy Leadership in Managed Care programme receive a high-quality, comprehensive education that supports career advancement, professional development, and excellence in pharmacy leadership and managed care practice.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
