M.Pharm Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
GITAM’s Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance is a comprehensive two-year programme designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to ensure the quality and efficacy of pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and related services. This programme is ideal for those interested in quality analysis, benchmarking, and leadership within the pharmaceutical industry.
Offered at our Visakhapatnam campus, the programme also emphasises the development of standards for quality and reliability, preparing graduates to lead in ensuring that pharmaceutical products meet rigorous safety and efficacy criteria. Additionally, students will gain a thorough understanding of quality assurance processes from conceptual foundations to practical applications, including insights into doping and other critical areas.
Eligibility
- Applicants must have a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) from a recognised university, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Additionally, applicants must have qualified in the GAT (PG Science) or GPAT.
Scope of the Programme
Graduates of GITAM’s MPharm in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance programme are equipped with specialised knowledge in ensuring the quality and compliance of pharmaceutical products throughout their lifecycle. This comprehensive programme combines academic study with practical training, preparing students to tackle the challenges of quality assurance in the pharmaceutical industry.
At the entry level, MPharm Quality Assurance graduates can pursue a variety of career paths across different sectors. They receive crucial on-the-job training to understand every step of the quality assurance process, making them highly sought after in diverse fields.
Key Highlights
Application Domain Experience of Faculty
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
- Pharmaceutics
- Pharmacology
Infrastructure
- SAIF Facilities – FACS & Confocal Microscopy
- Electrospinning Equipment
- 500 MHz NMR (Brucker)
- LC MS – Triple Quad and HRMS
Application Centres of Excellence
- Drug Discovery
- Novel Drug Delivery
- Biomedical Devices
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
Research Centres
- MURTI Nanoparticle Drug Delivery
- MURTI Synthesis & Screening of New Drug Molecules
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- Divi's Laboratories
- Botanic Health Care
- Aquity Solutions
- Taylor University Malaysia
- University of North Carolina
Venture Development Centre
- Mandatory 2-credit venture development course
- Transcending disciplinary boundaries
- Hands-on learning
- Innovative product creation with business potential
Syllabus
The curriculum is designed in accordance with the guidelines of the Pharmacy Council of India, ensuring that it meets the requirements of both the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
Standard track course offerings
- Pharmacovigilance
- Regulatory Affairs
- Computer Aided Drug Design
- Drug Analysis
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacological Screening Methods
Specialisation course bundles offered
- Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutics
- Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
Key topics covered
- Analytical Methodologies
- Product Creation
- Biological Assessment
- Statistics & Computers
Career Options
Graduates with an MPharm in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance possess specialised skills in ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of pharmaceutical products, making them highly sought after in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. With this advanced degree, graduates play a crucial role in developing and implementing quality assurance protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high standards in drug manufacturing and testing.
India’s pharmaceutical sector, one of the largest globally, offers a wealth of career opportunities for MPharm graduates specialising in Quality Assurance. As a major exporter of pharmaceuticals to over 200 countries, India continues to be at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation. The industry is poised for significant growth, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 10%, reaching $130 billion by 2030.
The increasing emphasis on quality and regulatory standards creates expanding opportunities for professionals with expertise in pharmaceutical quality assurance, both domestically and internationally.
Are you ready to leverage your advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical quality assurance to enhance drug safety and quality, and contribute to the future of global healthcare?
Here are some exciting career paths to consider:
- Quality Assurance Tester
- Quality Assurance Specialist
- Quality Control Executive
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Assistant Manager – Quality Assurance
- Quality Assurance Expert
- Pharmaceutical Auditor
- Validation Engineer
- Drug Safety Officer
- Manufacturing Quality Assurance Lead
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Dr. K. R. Koteswararao
Drugs inspector
Manasa Peddineni
Scientist III
Harika Kotu
Sr. Manager
Chaitanya Swaroop Mata
Senior Projects Engineer
Marri Sai Sudheer
Manager
Shanthi Rekha
Sr Manager
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
M. Pharm. Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
1st Year
₹1,94,000
2nd Year
₹2,03,700
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food fees.
Scholarship Percentage
100%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=150
GPAT Rank >=1 <=500
Scholarship Percentage
75%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=130 <=150
GPAT Rank >=501 <=1000
Scholarship Percentage
60%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=120 <=130
GPAT Rank >=1001 <=2000
Scholarship Percentage
40%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=110 <=120
GPAT Rank >=2001 <=3000
Scholarship Percentage
25%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=100 <=110
GPAT Rank >=3001 <=4000
Scholarship Percentage
15%
Eligibility for 2024
GAT 2024 Score >=80 <=100
GPAT Rank >=4001 <=6000
