Certificate in Leadership & Entrepreneurship

The Notre Dame of Maryland University School of Pharmacy has a Certificate in Leadership & Entrepreneurship designed for Doctor of Pharmacy students with a special interest in innovative leadership within the healthcare landscape. Rooted in accreditation requirements from the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the certificate aligns with the profession’s growing need for pharmacists who can lead, innovate, and adapt in complex healthcare systems. The program includes five courses—three existing required courses and two new electives—focusing on management, leadership development, finance, and entrepreneurial thinking. Building upon concepts such as the Lean Start-Up model, the program embraces a broader view of entrepreneurship beyond owning an independent pharmacy. The 14-credit certificate will be completed by the end of the third professional year at no additional cost and will be noted upon graduation, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to healthcare innovation and enterprise.