Micro-credential

This Micro-credential Short Course Regulatory Strategy and Procedures in Product Development corresponds to module 11 of the DAS in Management of Clinical Trials and MAS Drug Discovery and Clinical Development.

Overview

Objectives

  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of major regulatory agencies involved in product development and approval. 
  • Gain insight into the international regulatory environment, with a focus on EU, Swiss, and US legislation. 
  • Explore regulatory pathways for early access to innovative therapies. 
  • Learn about regulatory considerations for special populations, including orphan and paediatric indications. 
  • Examine the specificities of advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs). 
  • Understand the structure and purpose of the Common Technical Document (CTD) in regulatory submissions. 
  • Review the regulatory requirements and strategies for the development of generics and biosimilars. 
  • Develop strategies for effective interactions with health authorities throughout the product lifecycle. 

Audience

Professionals involved in drug development areas such regulatory affairs, manufacturing, preclinical and clinical development, clinical operations, medical marketing, market access, or quality assurance and quality control within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries. This may include regulatory affairs specialists, project managers/leaders, entrepreneurs, clinical scientists, and professionals contributing to the development and registration of therapeutic products.

Learning outcomes

  • Ability to navigate and interpret international regulatory frameworks applicable to product development. 
  • Gain Knowledge of specific regulatory pathways for early access, orphan drugs, paediatrics, and ATMPs. 
  • Understanding of the essential aspects of preparation and structuring of regulatory submissions using the Common Technical Document format. 
  • Understanding the differences in the development and approval processes for generics and biosimilars vs innovative drugs. 
  • Gain expertise in designing and adapting regulatory strategies across product development phases. 
  • Understand the planning and managing process for interactions with health authorities to support product approval and lifecycle management. 

Registration

Registration deadline

20 March 2026

Fees:

CHF 1,800

Admission criteria

a) Holders of a university master's degree or doctorate in science, medicine or pharmacy or a qualification deemed equivalent;
or a bachelor's degree in nursing from a Swiss University of Applied Sciences;
or a qualification deemed equivalent or professional experience deemed equivalent by the programme directors.

b) Good oral and written comprehension of English (equivalent to level B2-C1)

Curriculum

Period

20 April 2026 - 22 April 2026

Teaching hours

24 teaching hours

Microcertification

2 ECTS credits

Director(s)

Prof. Youssef DAALI and Prof. François CURTIN, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva

Coordinator(s)

Prof. François CURTIN and Dr Catherine SUAREZ, University of Geneva