Master of Science in Medical Product Development Management
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MS in Speech-Language PathologyOur MS in Medical Product Development Management (MPDM) prepares you to be a leader in the biomedical field, uniquely offering both technical classes and graduate-level business courses. Complete this 13-course, 35-unit program in just two years.
The Master of Science in Medical Product Development Management is designed with experts in the biomedical field and offers an industry-relevant curriculum. You will learn how to conduct research, communicate results, adhere to ethical conduct during research, and use your management skills in this multidisciplinary field.
The MPDM program enables students to build a solid foundation in the biomedical field and an opportunity for high-level career opportunities including in pharmaceuticals, medical device development, and diagnostics.
Program Snapshot
35
units
Fall
admission
Medical Product Development Management Overview
Learn how the MPDM program at SJSU can prepare students for a fulfilling career in the medical field where they can innovate and help provide better treatments to patients.
Program Features
Scheduled for professionals
Classes are offered in an accelerated format and are held in the evenings, on weekends, or online allowing you to work while completing your degree.
Industry experts
MPDM faculty members are scholars and professionals in the field with industry knowledge and expertise.
Networking opportunities
Join other professionals looking to break into this cutting-edge industry. Our diverse student body gives you the opportunity to communicate and network with people from around the world.
MPDM ranking
The MPDM program is voted #4 on the list of top 25 Clinical Research and Clinical Research Management Master’s Degree Programs by the Healthcare Management Degree Guide.
Career Opportunities
- Career opportunities in clinical operations management, clinical trials monitoring, quality, regulatory, and medical product development are options with this degree.
- The Biopharma industry is booming and continuing to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 11.3%, according to a report by Acumen Research and Consulting. In 2022, the Biopharma market size was 328 billion dollars and is predicted to grow to 853 billion by 2030. This rapid growth will continue to fuel jobs of all types in biopharma.
"The program teaches you to create solutions that are tangible and that we can work with on a global scale."
Ivy Shaka
MPDM Alumna
Apply To The Program
Learn more about how to apply below.
- Admission Requirements
- Have an undergraduate degree
- (GPA) of at least 2.5 (≥3.0 preferred)
- An English-language proficiency exam
- No GRE required
For more information, including a checklist for your application, visit MPDM Admissions.
- How to Apply
- View the domestic student application checklist.
- View the international student application checklist.
- View the MPDM program checklist.
- Application Deadlines
Fall 2025
- Domestic Application Deadline: May 1, 2025*
- Domestic Document Deadline: May 20, 2025*
- International Application Deadline: April 1, 2025*
- International Application Document Deadline: April 20, 2025*
*These dates are not final and are subject to change.
- FAQsFor a full list of FAQs visit MPDM FAQ.
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Contact Information
Kunal Sampat, MNA, ACRP-CP, RAC
Interim Director, Medical Product Development Management (MPDM)
General questions and office contact: Visit the MPDM contact page.