Basic Pharmaceutical Development Graduate Certificate Postgraduate Programme By Temple University |TopUniversities
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Main Subject Area

Pharmacy and PharmacologyMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Basic Pharmaceutical Development Certificate in the School of Pharmacy at Temple University combines a general overview of the drug development process with pharmaceutical industry business practices. This pre-master’s certificate enables students to explore quality assurance and regulatory affairs in pharmaceutical development as a prospective career path without committing to a master of science degree. Students in the program 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. This certificate is part of the School of Pharmacy’s regulatory affairs (RA) and quality assurance (QA) graduate program. 


Temple University recognizes that professionals with business and nonscience degrees may wish to enter or advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry but need specialized training in its terminology, concepts and regulatory milieu. Whether they are just entering the workforce or looking for ways to advance in a global corporation, they will benefit from a deeper understanding of how pharmaceutical products are discovered, manufactured and distributed. They will also develop a greater familiarity with the multitude of federal and international regulations governing every aspect of product quality.  


This certificate may be completed in person or can be pursued entirely online.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Basic Pharmaceutical Development Certificate in the School of Pharmacy at Temple University combines a general overview of the drug development process with pharmaceutical industry business practices. This pre-master’s certificate enables students to explore quality assurance and regulatory affairs in pharmaceutical development as a prospective career path without committing to a master of science degree. Students in the program 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. This certificate is part of the School of Pharmacy’s regulatory affairs (RA) and quality assurance (QA) graduate program. 


Temple University recognizes that professionals with business and nonscience degrees may wish to enter or advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry but need specialized training in its terminology, concepts and regulatory milieu. Whether they are just entering the workforce or looking for ways to advance in a global corporation, they will benefit from a deeper understanding of how pharmaceutical products are discovered, manufactured and distributed. They will also develop a greater familiarity with the multitude of federal and international regulations governing every aspect of product quality.  


This certificate may be completed in person or can be pursued entirely online.

Admission Requirements

110+
79+
6.5+
53+
  • Candidates must formally apply and follow the application procedures. 
  • Only one certificate program may be completed before students receive the MS.  
  • The certificate must be completed within three years.  
  • Students may apply for the certificate within one year of completing all required coursework for the 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. 

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