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Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Join our inaugural cohort in Kigali, Rwanda.

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About The Programme

Our one-week Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Intensive Training Programme provides a thorough introduction to GMP principles, focusing on manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance within the food and pharmaceutical industries. This programme combines theoretical insights with practical, hands-on experiences, ensuring participants gain a deep understanding of GMP standards. Over five days, you’ll explore critical aspects such as facility management, process control, cleaning and validation, and preparation for regulatory inspections. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to ensure compliance, improve product quality, and meet regulatory requirements in the manufacturing environment.

  • Current BSc, BTech chemistry students or biotechnology students with strong knowledge of chemistry 
  • Maximum education level NQF 8 
  • Chemistry and analytical chemistry background  
  • Be able to provide your certificate of highest academic achievement.
  • Have no criminal record and a clean credit history.
  • Rwandan national or permitted to reside in Rwanda
  • Between the age range of 18 to 35 years old.
  • Be under or unemployed at the time of application.
  • Being able to attend full-time course in Kigali – NO relocation costs will be covered 
  • Able to attend full-time training Monday to Friday
  • Able to commit to the full month of training
  • Be available to start from November 2024

Start Your Learning

  • Understand and implement GMP requirements in food and pharmaceutical settings
  • Design, manage, and maintain compliant facilities
  • Apply best practices in cleaning, validation, and process control
  • Recognise and prepare for regulatory agency inspections
  • Identify differences between GMP requirements for various product types, including biological and botanical products
  • Analyse case studies to apply GMP principles in real-world scenarios
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    Job Critical Skills

  • Interactive Learning: Real-world scenarios and hands-on exercises.
  • Industry-Specific Insights: Tailored discussions on both food and pharma GMPs.
  • Specialized Focus Areas: Dedicated sessions on advanced topics, including biological products and aseptic processing.
  • Certification of Completion: A certificate awarded upon successful completion of the course, adding to participants’ professional credentials.

    • Lab Critical Skills

  • Expert Guidance: Learn from seasoned instructors with industry experience.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals in the industry.
  • Practical Applications: Gain knowledge that is directly applicable to the workplace.

    • Career Critical Skills

  • Understand and implement GMP requirements in food and pharmaceutical settings.
  • Design, manage, and maintain compliant facilities.
  • Apply best practices in cleaning, validation, and process control.
  • Recognise and prepare for regulatory agency inspections.
  • Identify differences between GMP requirements for various product types, including biological and botanical products.
  • Analyse case studies to apply GMP principles in real-world scenarios.

    • Testimonials

    Hear from our alumni and partners about their experiences

    A great start to a biotechnology career as it allows one to get hands-on experience essential to one's career.
    Abongile Majongolo, Biotechnology Accelerator Programme
    I highly recommend the programme to anyone who interested in persuing a career in bioprocessing and biotechnology
    Penelope Chuene, Biotechnology Accelerator Programme
    It’s an enriching experience. The content is comprehensive, the instructors are knowledgeable, and the interactive approach fosters effective learning.
    Khadija Chapola, Biotechnology Accelerator Programme

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    Programme Dates

    • Cape Town
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The successful candidates will receive notification via email, please ensure you check your spam folder regularly. This communication is anticipated to take place in the new year, ensuring a comprehensive and timely update on the results.

    Our application process consists of several stages. First, candidates will be provided with a link to an online test to evaluate their cognitive abilities. Successful candidates will then undergo a phone interview. The final stage involves an in-person interview.

    Yes, all of the interventions offered by UVU Bio are funded and stipends are provided to all candidates. We do not sponsor any relocation costs.

    Our programmes are not virtual; they offer a face to face experience at our lab and training facility, aligning closely with the real-world work environment and exposure to laboratory equipment.

    We appreciate your interest! While you may not have qualified for the current program, we encourage you to join our mailing list or follow us on social media for regular updates on our organisation’s activities, achievements, and announcements of upcoming programs. This way, you can stay connected with our community and be the first to know about future opportunities that may align with your interests and qualification.