1. Understand the role and significance of the pharmacy department in a healthcare setting including its interaction with patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals. 2. Analyze the principles of medication management and prescription processing, and the responsibilities of pharmacists in ensuring correct and safe medication dispensation. 3. Evaluate different categories of drugs, their pharmacological properties, indications, contraindications, side effects and potential drug-drug or drug-disease interactions. 4. Demonstrate practical skills in interpreting prescriptions and identifying common medication errors to prevent potential adverse drug events. 5. Discuss the legal, ethical, and professional issues related to pharmacy practice including prescription fraud, confidentiality, patient counseling and adherence to treatment.