The USC MS in Medical Product Quality degree requires satisfactory completion of 32 units beyond the baccalaureate degree. The core curriculum includes courses that focus on basic regulatory frameworks, quality assurance, risk management, statistics, and project management, as well as elective options. Hands-on experience is encouraged through the participation in academic and industry internships, or the TRAQS program.
Required Courses
All of the courses offered by the Department of Regulatory and Quality Science can be taken either in-person or online (within the United States). Upon admission we will work with you to develop a course plan that fits your needs. You can find all course descriptions here.
Introductory Regulatory
MPTX 511: Introduction to Medical Product Regulation
Quality Assurance (Choose at least 4)
RSCI 506: Auditing Principles
RSCI 508: Quality Assurance for Drugs and Biologics
RSCI 509: Quality Assurance for Medical Devices & Combination Products
MPTX 515: Quality Systems & Standards
MPTX 517: Structure & Management of Clinical Trials
MPTX 526: Chemistry Manufacturing and Control
Risk Management (Choose at least 1)
RSCI 520: Introduction to Risk Management for Health Care Products
RSCI 527: Medical Product Safety
Statistics
RSCI 507: Quality Systems & Statistical Process Control
Project Management
RSCI 603: Managing Complex Projects
Electives
Any remaining units can be filled with elective coursework chosen from the courses offered by the Department of Regulatory and Quality Sciences.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate with a Master of Science degree in Medical Product Quality you must have completed:
- At least 32 units of required and elective courses
- Obtained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
- Maintain continuous enrollment during all fall and spring semesters
- Complete the degree within five years
Admission Requirements
Detailed admissions and application information can be found on the Master of Science Admissions Page.