Healthcare
Graduate programs
Within the Merck Healthcare sector, we are dedicated to work As One for Patients. Our aim is to design the future of healthcare with treatment options that tackle difficult diseases and help create, improve and prolong life.
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what is it about?
This program aims to provide Graduates with comprehensive insights into the Healthcare Strategy functions such as Strategy Development / Realization, External Innovation and Business Development as well as potentially Marketing & Commercial. Through three rotations Graduates will gain diverse global and local experience, preparing them for strategic roles within the Healthcare business.
Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Global Launch Excellence, Global Market Access, Strategic Planning, and Franchise Strategy & Operations. These roles leverage the strategic, innovative, and marketing skills developed during the program and transition.
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Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Global Launch Excellence, Global Market Access, Strategic Planning, and Franchise Strategy & Operations. These roles leverage the strategic, innovative, and marketing skills developed during the program and transition.
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program structure
The program consists of 3 rotations (9/6/9 months). One rotation will be with a global team and another with a local subsidiary. The first rotation will be at your home base, the second will be international at a subsidiary, and the third will bring you back to your home base.
Exemplary station overview
Examples of assignments graduates can undertake as part of the program:
- Business Development & Alliance Management
- Global Strategy Development
- Strategy Realization Office
- Franchise Strategy
Meet Pauline as she shares her experience in the Healthcare Strategy Program
what is it about?
Throughout this program, you'll have the opportunity to gain insights into multiple aspects of our Healthcare Marketing as well as Commercial organization.
Diverse assignments spanning global and local affiliates will broaden your experience, provide unique perspectives, and prepare you for impactful roles within the Healthcare sector.
Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Franchise Marketing, Market Access & Pricing and Commercial Operations. These roles leverage the broader marketing & commercial organization skills developed during the track and transition.
Location:
program structure
The program consists of 3 rotations (9/6/9 months). One rotation will be with a global team and another with a local subsidiary. The first rotation will be at your home base, the second will be international at a subsidiary, and the third will bring you back to your home base.
Exemplary station overview
Examples of assignments graduates can undertake as part of the program:
- Market Access & Pricing
- Digital Marketing
- Brand Management
- Global and Local Strategic Account Planning
China specific: For a practical understanding of business requirements, it is highly advisable to initially take on a position in Sales within any Business Unit or to work as a Key Account Manager in the Commercial Channel Department.
Meet Daniela as she shares her experience in the Healthcare Marketing & Commercial Program
what is it about?
Throughout the program, Graduates will explore and gain knowledge of our Global Healthcare Operations organization that is responsible for CMC development, manufacturing, supply and quality of our Biotech and pharmaceutical medicines. Through three rotations Graduates will gain comprehensive exposure, preparing them for roles in operation as part of the Healthcare business.
Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Operational Excellence, Operations and Performance Management or in Site Quality. These roles utilize the comprehensive operational skills acquired during the track and facilitate a smooth transition into advanced positions.
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Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Operational Excellence, Operations and Performance Management or in Site Quality. These roles utilize the comprehensive operational skills acquired during the track and facilitate a smooth transition into advanced positions.
Location:
program structure
The program is structured into 3 rotations (9/6/9 months). The first one will be at our home base in Darmstadt, Germany, after this an international assignment in one of our manufacturing sites or subsidiaries and one back in Germany.
Exemplary station overview
Examples of assignments graduates can undertake as part of the program:
- Manufacturing (Global Biotech, Global Pharma & Global External)
- Supply Network Operations
- Quality
- CMC Development
What impact did the program have on your personal & professional growth?
The Program strengthened in me one of the most important skills for our business world: adaptability. Thanks to exposure to different departments and locations in GHO (Global Healthcare Operations) I became more agile and better equipped to handle changes. Moreover, the strong networking opportunities with peers, leaders and mentors have helped me gain a broader perspective of business dynamics and driven me towards new and increasing responsibilities.
Simone
Supply Network Operations, Healthcare
The Program strengthened in me one of the most important skills for our business world: adaptability. Thanks to exposure to different departments and locations in GHO (Global Healthcare Operations) I became more agile and better equipped to handle changes. Moreover, the strong networking opportunities with peers, leaders and mentors have helped me gain a broader perspective of business dynamics and driven me towards new and increasing responsibilities.
Simone
Supply Network Operations, Healthcare
what is it about?
Throughout the program, Graduates will expand their understanding of various functional areas and business domains within Healthcare R&D, with a focus tailored to business needs, including R&D Portfolio Strategic Initiatives as well as Data & Digital.
Examples of roles that alumni have pursued 3-5 years after completing the program and gaining initial experience in the business are in different areas such as Project Manager R&D and Analyst Data & Digital R&D. Skills and insights developed during the track will facilitate a smooth transition into impactful roles within our Healthcare R&D organization.
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program structure
The program is structured into 3 rotations (9/6/9 months), starting in a R&D function in Bangalore/Mumbai, an international assignment in an R&D hub abroad, and a third assignment back in India.
Exemplary station overview
Examples of assignments graduates can undertake as part of the program:
- R&D Portfolio & Strategic Initiatives
- Data & Digital R&D
- Project Management for organizational & strategic initiative
- Development Asset Project Management