PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences - Health Outcomes Research and Pharmacoeconomics in Tallahassee United States | Florida A&M University

This educational program focuses on preparing students for careers in health outcomes research, pharmacoeconomics, and health behavior studies, with an emphasis on comparative effectiveness and addressing health disparities. Both the Master's and Doctoral programs equip students to evaluate cost-effectiveness, health results, and behavioral factors that contribute to enhancing healthcare systems and personal wellbeing. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on research, students develop expertise for professional roles in academic, corporate, governmental, and healthcare environments.


Graduates emerge ready to serve as autonomous researchers, academics, and instructors in these specialized fields:

Health Outcomes Research examines the consequences of healthcare services, generating data to demonstrate the benefits of particular medical approaches, ultimately supporting improved decision-making and healthcare quality.
Pharmacoeconomics implements economic concepts, including cost-benefit evaluations, to optimize healthcare service delivery.
Health Behavior applies social-behavioral theories and health communication principles to investigate and potentially alter patient health practices.