Master’s in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS)
Elevate your career with Purdue University's online Master’s in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS). Explore advanced topics like drug development, regulatory compliance, and quality management while collaborating with industry and academic experts.
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Overview
Advance your career at Purdue University with the Master’s in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS)
This program covers drug development, regulatory compliance, and good manufacturing practices (GMP). Students work with industry experts and faculty on hands-on projects, gain leadership skills through an impactful research project, and get valuable networking opportunities.
With online coursework and just one on-campus weekend per semester, the program can be completed in as little as 22 months. This is an ideal upskilling opportunity for Regulatory Intelligence Specialists, Quality Assurance Scientists, and other professionals who want flexibility and rigorous skills-building.
The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.
Program Specifics
More information on courses and faculty can be found at the program website.
Required Courses
- Directed Projects
- Documents and Dialogues of Drug Development and Registration
- Drug Development
- Good Regulatory Practices
- Biotechnology Innovation
- Leadership in Biotechnology
- Medical Devices and Diagnostics
- Project Management in BIRS
- Quality Management Audits, & Inspections
- Molecular Basis of Manufacturing
- Foundations of Research in BIRS
- World-class research facilities in new and renovated building Industry collaboration
- Guest speakers and adjunct faculty from regional professional quality medicine organizations and global pharmaceutical and regulatory organizations.
- Networking and learning opportunities among peers from diverse organizations
Public Health Analyst Gets the Skills He Needs to Make a Career Change in Purdue’s Master’s in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS)
When Lawrence Carter started his Master of Science in Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS) with Purdue, he was in the middle of several big life changes. For one, he was thinking about changing careers – he was working as a public health analyst for a federal agency but wanted to transition into a drug compliance role. Secondly, he was a brand-new father with an infant son, juggling the immense challenges of taking care of a baby with the demands of graduate school.
For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.
Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.
Career Outcomes
Top Job Titles
- Biostatisticians
- Engineering Managers
- Research Associates
- Project Engineers
- Clinical Research Coordinators
Top Industries
- Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
- Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
- General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Source: LightcastTM (2023). Unique job postings for July 2022-2023. Projected growth for years 2023-2033.
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