Quality Management Systems Training Course (PDA 813)

22 - 23 Oct 2026
Bethesda, MD

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OVERVIEW

Learn the fundamentals of establishing an effective Quality Management System (QMS) and building a culture of quality within a drug manufacturing facility. This training course includes information about the comprehensive QMS approach to quality, the critical role of senior leadership, and building a quality culture mindset throughout the organization. The course will also explore the concepts of knowledge management, quality risk management, and data integrity. Practical activities will include the use of case studies, responding to inspectional observations and warning letters, conducting quality culture assessments, and evaluating data integrity risks.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this event, the attendee will be able to:

  1. Describe the impact of quality and the Quality Unit (QU) on all areas of operation
  2. Define the roles and responsibilities of the QU
  3. Describe the foundations of an effective QMS
  4. Describe the critical role of senior management in QMS
  5. Explain the concept and basic principles of product knowledge and process understanding
  6. Explain the basic principles of Quality Risk Management (QRM)
  7. Describe how internal audits and external inspections can support an effective QMS
  8. Explain the principles and best practices surrounding data integrity
  9. Explain the principles of a Quality Culture mindset

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for professionals who are involved in drug manufacturing and quality assurance, particularly those responsible for implementing and maintaining compliance systems.

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Venue Details and Accommodations

PLEASE READ  PDA is not affiliated or contracted with any outside hotel contracting company. If someone other than PDA or the PDA chosen hotel contacts you suggesting that they represent any PDA event, they do not. It is PDA's recommendation that you book your hotel directly through the official PDA chosen hotel that is listed on our web site.

PDA Training and Research Institute - Bethesda

4350 East West Highway, Suite 110
Bethesda, MD 20814 USA

Accommodations

The following hotels are located near the event location:

Hilton Garden Inn
7301 Waverly Street
Bethesda, MD 20814

Hyatt Regency Bethesda
One Bethesda Metro Center
Bethesda, MD 20814

Residence Inn Marriott Bethesda Downtown
7335 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

How to Get Here
By Air The following airports are near the event location: Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
By Car There is a parking garage located at the event location. The fee is $13/day. Please take your car with you once the event has ended. After 18:00 hours, you will not be able to access the building or parking garage from the outside.
By Other Options Metro: Ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location. Amtrak: Ride Amtrak and depart at Union Station. From Union Station, ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location.

Registration

Pricing Options

Early Registration

Register by 07 September 2026

Member Price

$899

Non-Member

$1,079

Standard Registration

Register after 07 September 2026

Member Price

$999

GovernmentMember Only

$699

Health AuthorityMember Only

$699

AcademicMember Only

$699

Non-Member

$1,199

See Qualifying Criteria for Member Types.

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