Vision Statement

The College of Pharmacy (COP) at Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU) will be a recognized innovator and provider of distinctive, highest quality, evidence-based education, research, and collaborative pharmacy practice.

Mission Statement

The mission of MBKU COP is to educate individuals to become ethical and compassionate pharmacists who competently deliver patient-centric services in diverse environments and systems of healthcare, with a commitment to innovative scholarship.

Core Values

The MBKU COP is guided by the values of:

• Excellence: MBKU COP is committed to high quality and the pursuit of excellence in all that we do. This ongoing commitment requires us to reach within, adding the very best of our own capabilities to those of others; together, helping the university achieve excellence in its mission. The legacy of tradition and leadership of the university demands nothing less than excellence.
• Integrity: At MBKU COP, we stand up for what we believe and we are honest with ourselves and others. The university community demonstrates its commitment to integrity by being just, respectful, and consistent in words and actions.
• Innovation: By embracing innovation, MBKU COP is constantly striving for and expecting the better idea. Innovation demands that we have the courage to experiment without fear and dream about creative and unique ways of advancing our university endeavor.
• Compassion: Our obligation and commitment to compassion is through our active service to the community, and the cultivation of these priorities and values in the members of MBKU COP. We are committed to a life of service and compassion as health care providers, responding to the needs of others and providing a caring and safe environment to all who require care.
• Respect: Respect requires that we embrace diverse cultures, communities, and points of view. We value each individual's unique talents, respect the dignity of each person and strive to foster a commitment to excellence. The strength of MBKU COP builds on the respect for the unity and diversity of our people, on the open exchange of ideas, life-long learning, and working harmoniously.

Notice of Non-discrimination

Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU) is committed to maintaining an environment where all individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and professionalism. In compliance with applicable federal and California state laws, and in alignment with University policy, MBKU prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy applies to all areas of University operations, including admissions, academic programs, employment, financial aid, and access to University services and activities. MBKU also strictly prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment or who participates in an investigation related to such reports.

Sex-based discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, is prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and is addressed through MBKU’s Title IX Sexual Harassment and Non-Discrimination Policy.

Questions or concerns about this policy or the University’s compliance with applicable laws may be directed to University Student Services at Studentservices@ketchum.edu  for students and Human Resources at HumanResources@Ketchum.edu for employees.  

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, please contact The Office for Civil Rights for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or by calling 1-800-421-3481.

Scope of the Handbook

The COP Student Handbook is prepared for use by students enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy program at MBKU. It is a resource for information relating to the organization of the COP and specifics related to the program. While this handbook is not itself a contract and is subject to change, the student pharmacist is expected to review and follow all College policies and procedures as described in detail in the COP Student Handbook.

Accreditation Status

Institutional Accreditation

MBKU is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), a regional accreditation body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation. WSCUC is located at:

1080 Marina Village Parkway
Suite 500
Alameda, CA 94501
510-748-9001
www.wscuc.org 

Programmatic Accreditation

COP at MBKU's Doctor of Pharmacy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

190 South LaSalle Street
Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 60603
312-644-3575
FAX: 866-228-2631
www.acpe-accredit.org