Career-Ready Pharmacists: College Launches Bridge to Licensure Program with Industry Partners

AJMAN, UAE – February 3, 2026 – The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (COPHS) at Ajman University has initiated "Bridge to Pharmacist Licensure" program at the CCEE Hall, Student Hub, Ajman University. The event facilitates the seamless transition of 15 graduates into six months clinical training required for them to move into professional practice, ensuring that they are adequately prepared for licensure examinations and future job opportunities.

The initiative emphasizes College’s commitment towards Outcomes based framework goals-Pillars 1 and 3 in connecting graduates to the direct employer to meet the evolving demands of the UAE healthcare sector. The program is made possible through strategic partnerships with leading healthcare providers who have generously provided complimentary clinical slots and mentorship. Distinguished industry participants included:

Dr. Muhammad Mushfiq Ali Khan & Dr. Wasiq Ali Khan (Makkah Group of Pharmacies)

Dr. Mariam Ahmed Aftab (Al Madina Group of Pharmacy)

Dr. Alaaddin Khalid and Dr. Ahmed Jaber (Oriana Hospital)

Dr. Eman Alblooshi & Dr. Reham Elamin (Ajman Specialty Hospital)

During the ceremony, the industry partners emphasized the critical nature of the six-month practical training period, wishing the fresh graduates’ success as they integrate into professional healthcare environments.

Prof. Abeer AlGhananeem, Dean of the COPHS, welcomed the industry partners and highlighted the strategic importance of the program: This program reflects our unwavering commitment to our graduates' success and the health of our community. By bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world clinical application, we ensure our alumni are not just licensed but truly prepared for leadership roles. This initiative is a testament to our robust outcome-based framework and our deep-rooted collaboration with esteemed industry employers. We are proud to see our students embark on this vital professional milestone with such strong institutional and clinical support.

Prof. Sai Boddu, Coordinator for the B. Pharm program, and Dr. Subish Palaian, Coordinator of the Office of Experiential Learning, also addressed the attendees, highlighting how such programs help graduates to attain the pharmacist’s licensure in the UAE and to enter pharmacy practice. The event was seamlessly coordinated by the Experiential learning committee members, including Dr. Alaa Farjallah, Dr. Sabrina Ait Gacem, Ahmed Gaili, Wahbi Noureddin, and Maissaa Shatt.

The excitement among the inductees was palpable. Tasneem, one of the 15 selected graduates, shared her enthusiasm: This is an excellent opportunity for us to apply our years of study in a high-stakes, professional environment. It provides the structured support we need to navigate the licensure process confidently, and I am eager to complete it and contribute to the pharmacy profession.