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Professional Certification

Pharmacovigilance

Drug Safety, Signal Detection & Risk Management

12 Weeks Live + Self-paced Professional Level Industry Certificate

Overview

Pharmacovigilance (PV) is the science of detecting, assessing, understanding, and preventing adverse drug reactions. This program prepares you for a global career in drug safety — from case processing and signal detection to risk management and regulatory reporting across ICH, FDA, EMA, and WHO frameworks.

Duration
12 Weeks
Eligibility
Life Sciences / Pharmacy / Med
Certification
YugenIQ + Industry Partner

Learning Outcomes

1

Process and report Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) in compliance with global regulations

2

Perform signal detection and risk-benefit analysis using real-world safety data

3

Author Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs)

4

Navigate ICH E2 guidelines, MedDRA, WHO-UMC, and pharmacovigilance system master files

5

Operate safety databases (Argus, ARISg) and ensure audit readiness

6

Apply Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) across the product lifecycle

Curriculum

M1Introduction to Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety
M2ADR Reporting & ICSR Processing
M3MedDRA Coding & WHO Drug Dictionary
M4Signal Detection & Management
M5Risk Management Plans (RMPs) & REMS
M6Aggregate Reports (PSURs, PADERs)
M7Pharmacovigilance Regulations: ICH, FDA, EMA, WHO
M8Safety Database Operations
M9Vaccine & Medical Device Vigilance
M10Audit, Inspection & Compliance
M11Capstone Industry Project

FAQs

Do I need a pharmacy or medical background?

No. The program is open to graduates from life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, nursing, biotechnology, and related disciplines. A scientific mindset matters more than a specific degree.

What career roles can I pursue after this program?

Drug Safety Associate, Pharmacovigilance Scientist, Signal Analyst, Aggregate Report Writer, PV Operations Lead, and regulatory drug safety roles in CROs, pharma, and biotech.

Is the certificate industry-recognized?

Yes. Our certificate is aligned with ICH E2 guidelines and is referenced by hiring partners across leading CROs and pharmaceutical companies.

Are there live sessions or is it self-paced?

Hybrid. Weekly live mentor-led sessions complement self-paced modules, allowing working professionals to balance learning with their job.

Ready to start your PV career?

Applications are now open. Limited seats per cohort.

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