Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership (GDPL)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- PG DiplomaDegree level
- 11 monthsDuration
- Online / distance delivery (UBC Vancouver-administered), CanadaLocation
- Pharmacy LeadershipField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Online / distance delivery (UBC Vancouver-administered)Campus
- Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership (GDPL)Awards
- Tuition on request — ask our teamFees
- Ask our teamScholarship
About this programme
The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate Diploma in Pharmacy Leadership (GDPL) program is designed for pharmacists seeking to advance their career marketability by upgrading their skills as strong leaders in the pharmacy profession. The GDPL is structured to prepare pharmacists with leadership aspirations to gain a competitive edge at a time when the profession is seeking outstanding leaders with a broad perspective of the healthcare system, and a solid understanding of how pharmacy connects with it.
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Led by influential faculty members with accomplished careers, and with curricular contributions from the UBC Sauder School of Business, the GDPL’s 11-month, fully online program allows the flexibility for pharmacists to study and apply learned leadership concepts to their workplace as they continue to work in their daily employment. For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeCoursework only
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · Application fee: CAD 168.25 (international applicants); CAD 118.50 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 1500.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionTuition on request — ask our team
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
11 months, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · Application fee: CAD 168.25 (international applicants); CAD 118.50 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 1500.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
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