NAME: SAMUEL STACY IZE
JAMB REGISTRATION NO.: 202210416486IF
COURSE: LEADERSHIP STUDIES
COURSE CODE: AFE 103
COLLEGE: PHARMACY
DEPARTMENT: PHARMACY
ASSIGNMENT:
PERSONAL STATEMENT OF MOTIVATION
RELEVANCE OF YOUR DEGREE TO THE COUNTRY
RELEVANCE OF YOUR DEGREE COURSE TO SIGNIFICANT
EMPLOYERS
PLAN OF ACTION AFTER YOUR FIRST DEGREE
PERSONAL STATEMENT OF MOTIVATION
My name is Samuel Stacy Ize and I would like to study the course, Pharmacy.
Pharmacy is a term commonly associated with drugs and anything that has to do with
drugs. The word pharmacy is derived from a greek word “pharmakon” meaning drug,
poison or spell. In the appropriate context, pharmacy is the art, practice, science and
profession of discovering, producing, preparing, dispensing and reviewing
medications, aiming to ensure the safe, effective and affordable use of medicines. It is
a professional occupation that links health sciences with pharmaceutical sciences and
natural sciences. Pharmacy is a very wide and vast course which is divided into
different distinct disciplines. These disciplines come together to form what we know
as pharmacy.
The reason why I want to study pharmacy first and foremost is because it is
something that I love and enjoy. To me it is the most desirable health care course and
I count myself lucky to have the opportunity to study my dream course. I also think I
have the necessary qualities and requirements to study this great course. Being a
pharmacist requires one to be detailed-oriented and have a methodical approach when
dealing with prescriptions and preparing medicines. It also entails having a strong
sense of responsibility and good communication skills when dealing with others. I
believe I possess all of such qualities. Being a pharmacist requires one to have
scientific knowledge most especially in the subject chemistry. As luck would have it
Chemistry happens to be my favourite subject and not just that, I show considerable
skill and possess vast knowledge on the subject.
Secondly, studying pharmacy will provide me with diverse employment
opportunities. As a pharmacist, I will be able to work in a myriad of professional
settings. Majority of pharmacists work in an independent or retail chain community
pharmacy and provide counselling to patients with the use of prescription and over
the counter medications. Pharmacists work in numerous other healthcare
environments as well, including hospitals, nursing homes, managed care
organizations, the pharmaceutical industry, colleges and schools, and the federal
government. Pharmacists play key leadership roles in all aspects of the healthcare
[Link] is also an ongoing demand for pharmacy services especially in the US.
Pharmacy is a course that has to do with innovation and creativity. Being a pharmacist
will provide flexibility and give me room to exercise my [Link] a pharmacist, I
will be also given the opportunity to work with state of the art technology. Together
with this technology I will be able to find fast solutions for various health problems.
I also want to study pharmacy because of my desire to help to people. As a
pharmacist, I will be able to play a key role in helping patients feel better and get well
as quickly as possible. Pharmacist improve medical adherence and they are culturally
competent health care providers who communicate effectively with patients to
evaluate many factors that affect a patient’s ability to take medications. These include
diet, lifestyle, transportation, language barriers etc. As a pharmacist I will be able to
work directly with patients and communicate directly with them in order to get their
required medications.
Finally, being a pharmacist will give me a very high level of respect in the [Link]
is because pharmacists are visible leaders in the health care system, and the honesty
and ethics of the course is held to a very high standard.
RELEVANCE OF YOUR DEGREE TO THE COUNTRY
Pharmacists play a major role in the health and well being of people in a country as a
whole. In the country we live in, Nigeria, the role of pharmacists are not often
recognized. However, pharmacists are major health care personnels , they play a
critical role in the public health of a country and ensure for the optimal status of
health in the country. They also provide a range of services that go beyond dispensing
medication. While this has not always been the case, pharmacy practice and education
have continually evolved to meet the needs of the public. As a pharmacist, I will
strive to contribute my quota to the health status of my country.
Firstly, I will improve and promote health care in a country at a large scale. I will do
this by providing quality health care services for every patient that I encounter. As a
pharmacist who is responsible for the dispensing and manufacturing of drugs, I will
ensure the best quality of medicines supplies to patients. I will also ensure that the
supply of medicines is within the law and I will make sure the medicines prescribed to
patients are suitable for them. This will ensure that people in the country stay at their
very best when it comes to their health.
While offering the best health care, affordability will also be key. In the world we are
in today, health care has become a vital part of life. Consequently, the cost of health
has risen very high. So high that most people cannot afford quality health care
especially among the less privileged populace. This has taken a very drastic turn on
the general health of the people in the country. In response to this, I will make sure to
provide free medical care and provision of drugs.
Sequentially, pharmacists save lives and prevent diseases by educating the public
about their health and steps to take to improve their health and well-being. As a
pharmacist, I will educate the masses, encouraging and advising them on the best
possible ways to stay healthy. I will devote my time to teaching people the right ways
to live in order to keep their health.
Lastly, as a pharmacist in Nigeria, I will also use my expertise to contribute my quota
into the development of drugs and health technology, overseeing the safety of clinical
trials, writing regulatory submissions,providing pharmacovigilance services to detect
potential adverse effects or risks of medications.
RELEVANCE OF YOUR DEGREE COURSE TO SIGNIFICANCE EMPLOYERS
Being a pharmacist enables one to be employed into various institutions, businesses
and firms. Pharmacists work in numerous health care environments including
hospitals, nursing homes, managed care organizations, the pharmaceutical industry,
colleges and schools, and the federal government. Being a pharmacist in a firm,
business or institution entails a lot of value to the employer.
First of all, my employer will have the benefit of customer trust and relation.
Customers constitute a very high importance to organizations and as such I will hold
customers to a very high value. Customers will trust the organization I work in as I
will dispense medication in a quick and accurate manner, giving the customer the
right medication and the right dosage. This will enable to customers to continuously
patronize the organization which I work in. It is also important to note that no matter
how knowledgeable you are about medicine and anatomy, you must be able to interact
well with the customers. Using strong interpersonal skills and communication, I will
be able to work successfully in a health related setting.
Secondly, medicines are increasingly expensive and their cost is compromising the
affordability of health care. Managing the cost of medicines is critical to making the
best use of limited resources to maximize health care for as many people as possible.
Pharmacists play an important role in improving access to health care and in closing
the gap between the potential benefit of medicine and the actual value realized . As a
pharmacist working in a firm, I will harness my management skills into managing the
cost of medicine to make the best use of limited resources to maximize health care for
as many people as possible.
Pharmacy is a professional career which requires integrity and discipline. I will give
my employers the benefit of making use of my work ethics and principles for the
betterment of the company. I will be readily available to patients with or without
appointment. I will ensure that substandard, adulterated, unlicensed, falsely labeled
and counterfeit medicines are effectively eradicated. I will ensure a system assuring
the integrity of the medical supply chain to assure the value of medicines used for the
prevention of diseases and treatment of patients.
In conclusion, pharmacy is a part of health care that continues to undergo [Link] a
pharmacist, working in a company, I will continually gain knowledge so as to provide
services which are up-to-date. This will enable tasks to be carried out in a more
efficient and productive manner. I will expend as much energy as possible into
developing additional skills that will move my company forward. I will improve my
skills on things like computer literacy which will enable me to send prescriptions
electronically. As a pharmacist working in a firm, being comfortable with the
computer is essential for effective task execution. The pharmacist should be aware of
essential medical and pharmaceutics information about each patient. Obtaining and
storing such information on customer data, insurance information and inventory
counts will be easier when there is computer literacy.
PLAN OF ACTION AFTER YOUR FIRST DEGREE
Graduating from the school of pharmacy will be no small feat for me. As a pharmacy
graduate it will be essential to get my career line and job on track as early as possible.
This will enable me to get as many things as possible done and help as many people
as I can in my life [Link] I graduate from university I have a well organized
scheme on the next line of action
First of all, I will further my education in my course of study and as such, I will get a
master’s degree. This will enable me to gain more knowledge. It will also give me
head start in my career. Getting my master’s degree will enable me to gain first hand
experience on the field. It will also enable me to make great connections which will
help me in the future. Doing this will be a great investment and it will make it easier
for me in my career path.
After getting my master’s degree, I will devote my time and energy into acquiring and
developing essential skills specific to my role as a pharmacist. This includes gaining
knowledge of the facts and theories relating to the discovery, design, development,
manufacture and delivery of medicines, gaining knowledge on the properties and
clinical use of medicines, knowledge of how patients react to the medicines they take,
the ability to communicate effectively with patients and other health professionals,
production of pharmacy-specific scientific documentation, operation of
pharmaceutical instrumentation, knowledge of the law and ethical concerns relating to
the supply of medicines and an understanding of individual patient care with issues of
public health. I will also develop a range of skills that are attractive to employers in
other sectors as well. These include interpersonal and communication skills,the ability
to work well as part of a team, numeracy and computation, critical evaluation and
research skills, problem solving skills with the ability to think clearly and
methodically, time management and organizational skills and lastly commercial
awareness.
Also, I will apply for an internship where I will endeavour to acquire the relevant
work experience. This will show potential employers that I am enthusiastic and that I
can apply the skills I learnt during my course to the work [Link] might provide me
the opportunity to acquire a placement with a pharmaceutical company where I will
strive to accomplish all that I have stated in the above write-ups.
While waiting for employment I can offer free, primary health care to members in my
community with my new-found knowledge in pharmacy. I will make sure to make an
impact known in my community before getting a job.
Next, I will join a professional pharmacy organization which will provide me with the
platform to better my community and country at large. While working, I will acquire
as much experience as possible on a large scale which will give me insight on how a
pharmacy is run and managed. This will give me an idea of steps to take if I ever
decide to run a pharmacy in future.