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

Tuition details

Format

Online

Primarily online

Credits

9 graduate-level credits

Admission terms

Program admits for fall, spring and summer terms

STEM opt eligible

No

Supports F-1 Visa

Application deadlines

Spring 2027

  • Deadline: December 15, 2026

Summer 2027

  • Deadline: April 15, 2027

Fall 2027

  • Deadline: July 15, 2027
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Have completed one general biology course with laboratory at the undergraduate level
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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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.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison's Guide →
  • Quality assurance
  • Regulatory affairs
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
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