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
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
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
Teaching hours
Microcertification
Director(s)
Prof. Youssef DAALI and Prof. François CURTIN, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva
Coordinator(s)
Related programmes
- MAS - Drug Discovery and Clinical Development (2025)
- DAS - Management of Clinical Trials (2025)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Ethical and Regulatory Aspects (2025)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Medical Statistical and Trial Methodologies (2025)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Clinical Trials Set-up and Conduct (2026)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Clinical Trial Conduct and Close-out (2026)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Audits and Inspections (2026)
- Session - Management of Clinical Trials – Medical Devices (2026)