Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Regulatory Affairs — Boston
The Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Regulatory Affairs helps you develop a comprehensive understanding of rapidly evolving clinical research, global biomedical product regulatory standards, and processes.
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Overview
Clinical research regulations change quickly and constantly. In the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Regulatory Affairs program, you’ll learn to keep up with new regulations and maintain patient safety as you help organizations develop groundbreaking technologies.
As a graduate of this program, you’ll be able to understand global standards and requirements, research processes, key compliance techniques, and the differences in clinical and non-clinical regulations. With alumni working at major companies worldwide, you’ll also be connected to a valuable network of peers who can help you advance your career.
Unique features
- Gain a global perspective as you study alongside students from more than 20 countries.
- Connect with alumni working at the world’s largest pharmaceutical, biologic, medical device, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical product and service manufacturers including Genzyme, Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, PRA Health Sciences, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Pfizer, Novartis, Merck, Nestlé, PepsiCo, and Coca-Cola.
- Stack credits from this certificate program into Northeastern’s Master of Science in Regulatory Affairs.
Career Prospects
| Job Title | Average Salary (Annual) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $104,435 (Massachusetts average) | ZipRecruiter |
| Compliance Officers | $71,000 - $90,000 (US average) | Payscale & BLS (general range) |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $73,000 - $90,000 (US average) | BLS & Payscale (estimates) |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $93,000 - $120,000 (US average) | Payscale & Industry reports |
| Industrial Production Managers | $119,583 (Massachusetts average) | BLS, Salary.com |
Program Curriculum
For details on required courses, concentrations, and electives, please consult the current academic catalog.
Cost and Tuition
Tuition
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.
Application Deadlines
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term:
Domestic Application Guidelines
International Application Guidelines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
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