Leadership and Innovation Initiative

On December 14, 2025, the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tishk International University launched the 2nd Future Pharmacy Leaders (FPL) Competition, an exciting initiative designed to encourage and support the development of pharmacy students beyond traditional academic boundaries.

Inspirational Opening Ceremony

The competition commenced with motivating addresses from faculty leadership:

Department Head’s Address:

  • Dr. Mohammed Javed, Head of the Pharmacy Department, delivered an inspiring opening speech

  • Emphasized the critical importance of leadership qualities in the pharmacy profession

  • Highlighted the value of creativity and innovation in healthcare delivery

  • Stressed the essential role of effective teamwork in pharmaceutical practice

  • Encouraged students to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth

Coordinator’s Encouragement:

  • Dr. Rozhan Arif, Coordinator of the Pharmacy Department, provided additional motivation

  • Highlighted the educational value of active participation in such competitions

  • Encouraged students to view the event as a holistic learning experience

  • Emphasized the long-term benefits of developing leadership skills early in their careers

Competition Structure and Participation

The event features a structured competitive format designed to test multiple dimensions of pharmaceutical education:

Team Composition:

  • Eight competing teams participating in the competition

  • Three students comprising each team

  • Collaborative approach emphasizing collective rather than individual performance

Assessment Dimensions:

  • Pharmaceutical knowledge application in practical scenarios

  • Teamwork and collaboration skills under competitive conditions

  • Creative problem-solving abilities in pharmaceutical contexts

  • Critical thinking and analytical skills relevant to pharmacy practice

  • Communication and presentation capabilities

Beyond Competition: Holistic Student Development

More than simply a competitive event, the Future Pharmacy Leaders program provides comprehensive developmental opportunities:

Student Growth Opportunities:

  • Self-challenge in a supportive yet competitive environment

  • Skill enhancement across multiple professional domains

  • Friendship building among peers with shared professional interests

  • Collaborative learning through team-based problem solving

  • Excellence pursuit in pharmaceutical knowledge and practice

Transformative Educational Journey

The Future Pharmacy Leaders competition represents a meaningful journey of professional and personal development:

Program Impact:

  • Growth pathway for aspiring pharmacy professionals

  • Inspiration source for future career aspirations

  • Camaraderie development among student participants

  • Challenge acceptance in a supportive academic environment

  • Professional mark-making opportunity for emerging leaders

This initiative reflects the Faculty of Pharmacy’s commitment to developing well-rounded healthcare professionals equipped with both technical knowledge and essential leadership capabilities for future practice.

Keywords: Future Pharmacy Leaders, Student Competition, Leadership Development, Pharmaceutical Education, Teamwork Skills, Innovation Challenge, Professional Growth, Pharmacy Faculty