Regulatory Affairs for the Biomedical Industry Certificate

Developed to educate professionals in the FDA imposed regulation issues pertinent to the pharmaceutical and biological industry, this certificate covers a broad range of necessary technical and business skills. It is designed for regulatory and quality professionals and those involved directly in drug development, including chemists, pharmacologists, and biologists. Issues that influence laboratory, clinical trials, manufacturing practices and procedures are discussed, and the fundamentals of bioethics provide a framework for ethical decisions. Our knowledgeable team of instructors includes executive level regulatory professionals, a previous FDA inspector, and consultants with up to 20 years experience in quality and compliance with U.S. FDA and ICH requirements. With this breadth and depth of experience, instructors expose students to many real workplace examples. This program, which grew from demands by local biotech professionals and the advisory board, offers a well-rounded curriculum and provides career growth and opportunities for students interested in the field of Regulatory Affairs. Program Benefits Professional certificate programs from the University of California have enjoyed increasing recognition among employers as evidence of academic advancement for post-baccalaureate professionals with a strong applied workplace focus. For those making career transitions, it offers university-accredited certification for the knowledge and skills acquired as part of this program. For those with significant experience in the field, but who do not have a primary degree, the professional certificate provides formal academic documentation of initiative and commitment to tackle and complete this type of advanced certified education program.