Program Assessment Outcomes: Master of Science in Drug Discovery and Development (DDD)

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 1: 
Upon program completion, students can effectively describe the research and development (R&D) aspects of the drug discovery and development (DDD) process.

Method of Assessment
Direct course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including quizzes, exams and/or assignments.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively describe the R&D aspects of the DDD process, as measured by passing all related courses.

Assessment Outcomes
AY 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO1 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 92.9% of students achieved the SLO1 in this cycle.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 2:
Upon program completion, students can effectively summarize the clinical, medical, legal, ethical and regulatory aspects of the DDD process.

Method of Assessment
Direct course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including quizzes, exams and/or assignments.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively and concisely summarize the clinical, medical, legal, ethical and regulatory aspects of the DDD process, as measured by passing all related courses.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO2 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 97.6% of students achieved the SLO2 in this cycle.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 3:
Upon program completion, students can effectively conduct and present a comprehensive review of an FDA-approved new drug.

Method of Assessment
Course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including writing a drug review and presenting the findings.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively conduct and present a comprehensive review of an FDA-approved new drug.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO3 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO3 in this cycle.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 4:
Upon program completion, students can effectively exercise the practical skills acquired from capstone research or internship practicum.

Method of Assessment
Course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including writing a report and making a presentation.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively exercise the practical skills acquired from capstone research or internship practicum.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO4 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO4 in this cycle.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 5:
Upon program completion, students can effectively communicate the findings of research or literature review.

Method of Assessment
Course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including writing a summary, report or manuscript and presenting in the format of a poster, manuscript or oral presentation.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively communicate the findings of research or literature review, as measured by passing all related courses.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO5 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO5 in this cycle.

Student Learning Outcome (SLO) 6:
Upon program completion, students can effectively apply the principles and practical skills of industrial practice to project and/or team management.

Method of Assessment
Course-embedded assessments tied to course-specific learning outcomes, including quizzes, exams and assignments.

Criteria of Achievement
On average, 90% of students can effectively apply the principles and practical skills of industrial practice to project and/or team management, as measured by passing all related courses.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO6 in this cycle.
AY: 2023-24: Achieved. 100% of students achieved the SLO6 in this cycle.

Program Performance Outcome (PPO) 1:
Student satisfaction with program curriculum and resources

Method of Assessment
Indirect assessment through program completion survey

Criteria of Achievement
Achieve a minimum response rate of 80% among newly graduated students, and 80% of survey respondents will choose “Meets Expectations” or “Exceeds Expectations.”

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Inconclusive: A survey would be conducted 6 months post program completion (March 2024), but the number of graduates was 4 (less than the minimal of 6 required for a meaningful survey.)
AY: 2023-24: Inconclusive. With 7 graduates, a survey will be conducted 6 month post graduation (March 2025).

Program Performance Outcome (PPO) 2:
For graduates, report the expansion of his/her professional network in the field of DDD after graduation.

Method of Assessment
Indirect assessment via a 2-year post-program survey

Criteria of Achievement
Achieve a minimum response rate of 50% among all graduates, and 80% of survey respondents of all graduates will report an expansion of professional network in the field of DDD.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Inconclusive: A survey would be conducted 2 years post program completion (in September 2025), but the number of graduates was 4 (less than the minimal of 6 required for a meaningful survey.)
AY: 2023-24: Inconclusive: With 7 graduates; a survey will be conducted 2 years post program completion (September 2026).

Program Performance Outcome (PPO) 3:
For students who completed the program, report being hired, promoted or continuing education in the field of DDD.

Method of Assessment
Indirect assessment via a 2-year post-program survey.

Criteria of Achievement
Achieve a minimum response rate of 50% among students who completed the program, and 50% of survey respondents will report being hired, promoted or continuing education in the field of DDD.

Assessment Outcomes
AY: 2022-23: Inconclusive: A survey would be conducted 2 years post program completion (in September 2025), but the number of graduates was 4 (less than the minimal of 6 required for a meaningful survey.)
AY: 2023-24: Inconclusive: With 7 graduates; a survey will be conducted 2 years post program completion (September 2026).