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Pharmaceutical Operations

Gain in-depth knowledge of the drug development process and successfully bring a product to market.

Bring the next pharmaceutical product to market.
UC San Diego Extended Studies' courses and programs in drug discovery and development are designed to provide students with a greater understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the many job opportunities within it. Our courses in ADME, toxicology, pharmacology and research methods will equip you with the skills and knowledge to discover and advance your career in the pharmaceutical industry. Many of the courses in this area are offered online, providing flexible scheduling for the busy working professional.

Pharmaceutical Operations Programs & Certificates

Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
Hybrid

Biotechnology Project Management

Explore the key skills needed for project management within the biotech environment from a clinical, technical and regulatory perspective.

Duration
9 months
Cost
$5,990

Clinical Trials Administration

This 100+ hour intensive blends cohort-based and distance learning, building practical clinical trial skills and industry knowledge for career...

Duration
12 Months
Cost
$2,835

Clinical Trials Design and Management Program

Since 1997, this program has trained clinical trial professionals at all levels and meets ACRP and SoCRA education requirements for certification.

Duration
6 - 24 Months
Cost
$5,100 - $5,700

Quality Assurance and Control

For chemists, biochemists, and biologists new to QA/QC in the pharmaceutical and biologics industry.

Duration
12-18 months
Cost
$3,750

Regulatory Affairs Essentials

A dynamic career at the intersection of science, business, and public service—focused on saving lives.

Duration
9 -15 Months
Cost
$3,580

Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices

Gain the skills to navigate regulations and bring medical devices from concept to market.

Duration
9 -15 Months
Cost
$3,850

Pharmaceutical Operations Courses

Classroom type:
Live Online
In-Person
Online
Hybrid
BUSA-40694

Applying Project Management Principles to Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Product Development

Units
4.00
Cost
$1,970.00
BIOL-40356

Audits and Inspections

Units
2.00
Cost
$645.00
BIOL-40201

Good Documentation Practices

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40000

Good Manufacturing Practices

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40353

Introduction to GXPs

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-80007

Pharmaceutical and Biotech Drugs Journey: From Preclinical to Patients

This unique online pharma and biotechnology course offers a way for students to learn from faculty at the University of California San Diego,...

Units
0.00
Cost
$845.00
BUSA-40693

Project Management within a Scientific/Research Environment

Units
2.00
Cost
$1,025.00
BIOL-40342

Quality Assurance

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BIOL-40354

Quality Compliance

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00
BUSA-40530

The Business of Biotech

Units
3.00
Cost
$845.00
BIOL-40355

Validation and Qualification

Units
3.00
Cost
$745.00