Mount St. Mary’s University is home to Maryland’s only certificate in quality assurance and regulatory science (QA/RS). The program prepares you to lead your company through the efficient delivery of high-quality products within a competitive market.
The graduate certificate in quality assurance and regulatory science is part of the School of Natural Science and Mathematics. Our goal as a department is to graduate women and men that are uniquely equipped to provide scientific perspective and solutions to the complex problems facing humanity.
Start your free applicationYou will gain valuable training and knowledge in areas of quality assurance, risk assessment, quality control and regulatory compliance from a global perspective. Courses include:
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The QA/RS program is designed for working adults in biotechnology, biopharmaceutical or related industries. The Mount focuses on student success and emphasizes ethics and values.
This program is available to be completed fully online asynchronous and/or synchronous.
Learn more about the course sequence for combining the quality assurance and regulatory science post-baccalaureate certificate with the Master of Science in Biotechnology and Management degree.
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See full course listingsGraduate level programs are designed to be taken one course at a time, providing you the flexibility you need to complete the classes at your own pace; with that the program pricing is set by credit hours instead of by the year like traditional undergraduate programs.
*Tuition represents 2023-24 rates, effective July 1, 2023. Tuition is subject to change without notice.
Students enrolled on at least half-time basis (6-credits per semester) may qualify for financial aid. You may seek financial assistance through federal and state-funded programs, private loan providers, or deferment of undergraduate loans. The Mount also has a variety of employer tuition remission or reimbursement agreements with local businesses and community colleges, so you may just get a discount from your employer or previous college. Visit our Graduate Student Financial Aid webpage for more details.
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GRADUATE STUDENT FINANCIAL AIDClasses for the certificate begin at various times of the year including January, March, May, July, August and October, so submitting your application four weeks before your expected start date ensures a priority application decision. There is no application fee.
Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree in science, engineering or a related field. A minimum undergraduate or graduate GPA of 2.75 is required or five full years of relevant work experience. A complete application includes: