ORGANIZATION & MANAGEMENT COMPETENCES

Introduction to Organization & Management Competences

Organization & Management Competence domain is System Focused. It acknowledges that pharmacy practice does not occur in a vacuum but within complex organizational structures. Interns are expected to demonstrate the ability to effectively analyze and manage financial data, understand authority relationships, and manage resources (human, material, and time) efficiently. The goal is to equip the pharmacist with the skills to navigate and lead within healthcare systems, ensuring financial honesty, transparency, and operational efficiency.

Syllabus Outline

The syllabus requires knowledge and application of the following key areas :

• Supply Chain & Finance:

  • Drug procurement in public health facilities.

  • Logistics & Supply Chain Management.

  • National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

  • Drug Revolving Fund (DRF).

• Policy & Clinical Governance:

  • National Drug Policy.

  • Essential Drugs List (EDL).

  • Hospital Formularies.

  • Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committees (PTC).

  • Standard Treatment Guidelines (STG).

• Administration & Human Resources:

  • Organizational Structure.

  • Principles of decision making.

  • Principles of short & long-term planning.

  • Human resource management.

  • Leadership.

• Soft Skills & Personal Effectiveness:

  • Time management.

  • Stress management.

  • Conflict management & negotiation skills.

  • Collaboration & team roles.

  • Mentoring in pharmacy practice.

• Technology:

  • Use of ICT in pharmacy practice.