Learn more about the graduate certificate in Basic Pharmaceutical Development.
About the Certificate
Professionals with business or other non-science degrees may want to enter or advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry but need specialized training in its terminology, concepts and regulatory environment. Whether just entering the workforce or looking for ways to advance in a global corporation, they can benefit from a deeper understanding of how pharmaceutical products are discovered, manufactured and distributed, as well as a greater familiarity with the multitude of federal and international regulations governing every aspect of product quality.
The graduate certificate in Basic Pharmaceutical Development combines a general overview of the drug development process with pharmaceutical industry business practices. This certificate enables students to explore quality assurance and regulatory affairs as a prospective career path without committing to a master's degree. Students are exposed to the specialized language of the industry, the overriding concern for imbuing quality in the industry, and the regulations that directly impact industry business decisions.
Time Limit for Certificate Completion: 3 years
Campus Location: Online and Fort Washington
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: The certificate may be completed on a part-time basis. NOTE: International students may not be eligible to apply for a student visa based on admission to the certificate program. Please contact the School of Pharmacy's program coordinator for more information.
Non-Matriculated Student Policy: Non-matriculated students may take up to 9 credits of coursework before applying to the certificate program.
Admission Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadline:
Fall and Spring admissions are on a rolling basis. Interested students should contact the School of Pharmacy for permission to enroll in coursework.
APPLY HERE to the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. A science degree is not mandatory.
Certificate Requirements
Number of Credits Required to Complete the Certificate: 12
Required Courses:
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| QARA 5459 | Drug Development | 3 |
| QARA 5472 | Pharmaceutical Marketing | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select two from the following: | 6 | |
| Pharmacoeconomics | ||
| Investigational New Drug/New Drug Application Submissions | ||
| Requirements for Product Labeling and Advertising | ||
| Food and Drug Law | ||
| Project Management for Pharmaceutical Professionals | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 12 | |
GPA Required to be Awarded the Certificate: 3.0 minimum
Contacts
Certificate Program Web Address:
Department Information:
Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Graduate Program
425 Commerce Drive, Suite 175
Fort Washington, PA 19034-2728
267-468-8560
Mailing Address for Application Materials:
Temple University
Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance Graduate Program
425 Commerce Drive, Suite 175
Fort Washington, PA 19034-2728