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Postgraduate Diploma

Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Advanced Diploma

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Postgraduate Diploma

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1 Year

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The Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Advanced Diploma program is specifically designed to enhance the knowledge and skill set of individuals who possess a background in Science, Engineering, or Technology. This postgraduate-level program covers a comprehensive range of topics, including Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Research and Development (R&D), pharmaceutical formulation, technology transfer, validation, and regulatory affairs. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue careers in areas such as pharmaceutical quality control and assurance, manufacturing formulation, technology transfer, process validation, regulatory affairs, and clinical research.NACPT Pharma College demonstrates its commitment to excellence through a faculty composed of recognized industry experts. The curriculum is built on experiential learning, providing students with intensive hands-on training, optional industry exposure or internships, guest speaker sessions, and project-based work—all designed to foster career development within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.Students will work closely with the institution throughout their industrial exposure. Those who meet program requirements will gain access to state-of-the-art industrial testing laboratories and Research and Development (R&D) facilities.
NACPT offers a unique Job Development Program designed to maximize job opportunities for all graduates. By participating in this program, graduates will work one-on-one with industry professionals to enhance their career prospects within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. The program includes personalized resume building, interview preparation, and mock interview sessions. In addition, graduates will gain valuable connections with industry experts and exclusive access to job markets.Each student who completes the program will receive references for specific projects undertaken during their training. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to network with NACPT alumni who are currently working in the pharmaceutical or related industries.The Job Development Program is specifically tailored to assist students in developing a comprehensive career plan, providing expert guidance to navigate the industry. Please note that this program is optional and not a graduation requirement. Learn More.

Skills Acquired

  • Pharmaceutical Quality Control and Quality Assurance
  • Pharmaceutical Instrumentations and Testing Software
  • Pharmaceutical Technical Processes, Procedures and Technical Writing
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Formulation (Solid, Liquid and Powder)
  • Biotechnological Processes and Formulation – Up-Stream and Down-Stream Processes
  • Stem Cell Production Technology
  • Pharmaceutical Technology Transfer
  • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Validation (Various Systems & Processes)
  • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
  • Clinical Research for Pharmaceutical and Related Sectors
This program is Approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005
GCCP01 – Good Manufacturing and Good Clinical PracticesILTP02 – Introduction to Laboratory Testing & GLPPMVT01 – Pharmaceutical / Bio-Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Formulation & Validation TechnologyICS002 – Introduction to Clinical StudiesSTW005 – Scientific-Technical Writing
HPL004 – High-performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)HPD001 – HPLC Method Development & Method ValidationETUF05 – Collective ValidationCLVM01 – Cleaning & Sterile ValidationIRA001 – Introduction to Regulatory AffairsPRV03 – Process Validation

Admission Requirements

  • Students above or at the age of 18 years
  • Graduates with a Science / Engineering / Technology Degree

Prerequisite Program

English as a Second Language (ESL) International program – Level 5 Prerequisite program for enrolling into an academic vocational diploma programDuration: 8 Weeks Mode of Delivery: In personESL – Level 5 is the prerequisite program to enroll into any academic program for temporary residence students in Canada. Integrate intermediate grammar to advanced level of speaking, writing, listening and written communication.

Career Opportunities

Students can be placed in the following biotechnology diploma job verticals after pursuing this advanced diploma in biotechnology in Canada:

Quality Control and Quality Assurance Area

  • Technologists
  • Raw Material Chemists
  • Finish Product Chemists
  • Stability Chemists
  • R&D Chemists
  • Scientists
  • Calibration Chemists
  • Document Reviewers
  • Laboratory Coordinators
  • Trainers
  • SOP Writers
  • Auditors
  • Supervisors and Managers

Formulation Area

  • Laboratory Coordinators
  • Formulation Technicians
  • Production Operators
  • Formulation Scientists
  • Formulation Managers / Directors

Technology Transfer Area

  • Validation Assistants
  • Process Development Scientists
  • Technology Transfer Specialists
  • Technology Transfer Coordinators
  • Document Coordinators

Validation Area

  • Process Validation Scientists
  • IQ / OQ / PQ Specialists
  • Cleaning Validation Specialists
  • Packaging Validation Specialists
  • Thermal Validation Specialists
  • Computer Validation Specialists
  • Validation Managers

Regulatory Affairs Area

  • Regulatory Affairs Associates
  • Auditors
  • Regulatory Affairs Managers / Supervisors / Directors

Clinical Research Area

  • Clinical Research Scientists
  • Clinical Research Organizers / Associates
  • Managers / Supervisors / Directors