Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Capstone

Capstone Certificate in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology

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Is this program right for you?

The capstone certificate offered at the University of Wisconsin-Madison develops practical and professional quality assurance and regulatory affairs skills needed when working within diverse teams and government agencies. The program prepares you to investigate why problems occur and how to develop strategies to solve them.

Complete the program online in one year
The program is designed in cooperation with biotechnology industry experts
Investigate real-world scenarios to formulate new strategies
Accelerate your career pathway or pivot into biotechnology by practicing how quality assurance and regulatory affairs integrate into all aspects of product development

Education that works for you

Boost your biotech industry knowledge in just one year with UW–Madison’s online Capstone Certificate in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology.

Program type

Capstone certificate

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Degree awarded

Capstone Certificate in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs in Biotechnology

Commitment

2-3 semesters

Tuition

$1,000 per credit

Format

Online

Credits

9 graduate-level credits

Admission terms

Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms

Offered by

School of Medicine and Public Health

STEM opt eligible

International eligibility

Yes

Application deadlines

Summer 2025

Deadline: April 15, 2025

Fall 2025

Deadline: July 15, 2025

Spring 2026

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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What you’ll learn

Equip yourself with the skills to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance with the Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Capstone program. Through a blend of classroom instruction and practical exercises, you’ll master your problem-solving and leadership abilities to excel in the field.

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