For the past several years, I have advised some professionals relating to obtaining RAC, MS in RA, Doctoral degree in RA, etc. Last Saturday, I advised my friend FDA employee regarding RAC and CQA.
I have met, communicated, recommended and/or worked with those who are/were holding MSs and is finishing his Doctoral degree at USC. My former trainee is currently attending MS program at Johns Hopkins per my recommendation due to her unique circumstances. I also recommended USC doctoral program. In fact, she chose not to go to USC because of the title (Doctor in RA) as she wanted to get her Ph.D. I am currently working with those who got his MS in RA and are currently attending Masters' Program in RA at Northeastern University (
http://www.cps.neu.edu/degree-programs/graduate/masters-degrees/masters-regulatory-affairs.php/ ). I also interviewed with someone who got his MS from Cloud State (
http://www.stcloudstate.edu/ras/) and had a chance to review their program including the list of classes and the list of professors. I also have some experience in classes at UC-San Diego and Johns Hopkins.
Taken together, each program is distinct and has some specialty. In terms of the quality of the program, it is hard to discriminate against each other and thus, each program is worth considering.
But I would recommend you consider the following factors GIVEN your background and the currently situated circumstances.
1. Cost ($$)
2. What the program offers, meeting your background and your goals (drug/biologics focused vs. device focused)
3. Class requirements (e.g., prerequisite)
4. MS in RA or Doctor in RA
5. List of professors with their background (industry experience)?
6. Name/location
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www.RegulatoryDoctor.com Floyd VA
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-30-2012 08:11
From: Edwin Bills
Subject: MS - Regulatory Science
I am very familiar with the USC program and the UW program having taught risk management at both programs. I would echo the statements by Karen on the USC program. It is mature and currently has at least one PhD candidate working on his dissertation (a friend of mine), who has made highly complementary statements about the program and its rigor. Dr. Richmond is well known and runs a well-respected program, I would highly recommend that you consider this program.
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Edwin Bills RAC, ASQ Fellow
Principal Consultant
Bilanx Consulting LLC
Sumter SC
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-29-2012 13:30
From: Karen Jaffe
Subject: MS - Regulatory Science
Hi Kunjan et al. -
I am currently about half way through the USC Masters program and I can speak VERY HIGHLY about the program. There is a broad range of industry experts (Pharma, Device, Healthcare), FDA officials and even innovators that are brought in to the program to speak and beautifully augment the rigorous curriculum with real world practice. The projects and assignments provide opportunities for experience in regulatory and QA roles as an example - writing a complete 510K.
The program addresses everything from biologics, generics, combinations to devices. The director of the program - Dr. Frances Richmond is on the board of DIA (Drug Information Association) and is EXTREMELY well connected within the industry having also come from industry herself as a Neuroscientist. She has established connections with DIA for joint programs as well as other local regulatory associations - OCRA (Orange County Regulatory Association), etc.
The program, I believe, is the only international program and examines, compares, contrasts all regulatory bodies globally. The Doctoral program tours and meets with these various global regulatory authorities as well.
Please feel free to reach out to me for any further info or questions.
Karen Jaffe
USC Medical Regulatory Sciences
School of Pharmacy
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Karen Jaffe
Irvine CA
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2012 12:39
From: Jonathon Parker
Subject: MS - Regulatory Science
You might also want to consider the Temple University QA/RA program. It's the oldest and largest of the RA MS programs.
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Jonathon Parker
Senior Director
Pfizer Inc
East Lyme CT
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2012 15:40
From: Kweku Biney
Subject: MS - Regulatory Science
Hello Kunjan,
I don't know much about the program at USC but I can speak from experience with regards to the JHU program. I think its on of the best RA program you would find in the country. Most of the professors are industry experts. The assignements seek to emphasize on real life situations and reinforce concepts in the class lessons. I hope this helps.
Cheers.
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Kweku Biney
Mechanicsville VA
United States
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-26-2012 13:59
From: Kunjan Shah
Subject: MS - Regulatory Science
Hello,
If given a choice to select MS in Regulatory Science at USC or John Hopkins, which one should be selected?
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Kunjan Shah
Campbell, CA
USA
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