Essentials of an Effective Pharmacovigilance System

Understand the complexity to optimise your PV processes

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8 - 10 Sep 2025

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On location

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English

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20,700 DKK ex VAT

(app. 2,783 EUR ex VAT)

50% DISCOUNT FOR PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS

Summary

Join us for a focused three-day course that provides a comprehensive understanding of pharmacovigilance (PV) systems. You'll gain practical insights into regulatory requirements, essential components of pharmacovigilance systems, and how organisational structure, processes, training, and quality frameworks work together to create and maintain an effective PV system.

You will also learn about essential processes and procedures, IT Systems relevant to PV, and methods for monitoring system performance through internal and external controls. The course covers approaches to preparing for and following up on audits and inspections.

This practical programme will equip you with the knowledge and tools to operate effectively in a highly dynamic PV environment.

We offer this course every two years to ensure content remains current with industry developments.


Keywords

  • Pharmacovigilance Systems
  • Pharmacovigilance System Master File
  • PV Quality Management System
  • PV System Key Performance Indicators
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV)
  • Pharmacovigilance Agreements
  • Inspections and Audit

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Course leader & lecturers

  • Heidi Filtenborg Madsen
    Course leader
    Lead Specialist, Global Patient Safety
    H. Lundbeck A/S
  • Wasim Anwar
    Course leader
    Vice President & Deputy QPPV, Global Safety
    Novo Nordisk A/S
  • Berit Nautrup Andersen
    Lecturer
    Safety Director
    Link Medical Research, filial af Link Medical Research AS, Norge
  • Noha Kassem
    Lecturer
    Senior Director
    Eli Lilly, United Kingdom
  • Anna Carina Wiborg Simonsen
    Lecturer
    Principal Specialist, GCP and PV Lead Auditor
    Novo Nordisk A/S
  • Trine Bøttzauw
    Lecturer
    GS Compliance Principal Specialist
    Novo Nordisk A/S
  • Pernille Jensen
    Lecturer
    Senior Safety PV Compliance Professional
    Novo Nordisk A/S
  • Gitte Eiersholt
    Lecturer
    PSMF consultant
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  • Mette Stie Kallesøe
    Lecturer
    Head of Pharmacovigilance QPPV
    Hansa Biopharma AB
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Is this course for you?

This course is designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals in pharmacovigilance. It provides a structured approach to understanding PV systems, helping you build on existing knowledge while developing new competencies in establishing and maintaining effective pharmacovigilance programmes.

What you will learn
 

  1. Core components of pharmacovigilance systems
  2. The organisation of a pharmacovigilance department and its integration with other departments.
  3. PV System performance monitoring and implementation of Key Performance Indicators
  4. Internal and external control measures to maintain an effective PV System, including preparation for PV audits and GVP inspections
  5. Principles of PV Quality Management Systems
  6. Structure and content of Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF)
  7. Principles of designing PV training and competence for the whole organisation

What your company will get

  1. A safety and pharmacovigilance professional who understands the principles of pharmacovigilance systems and can contribute to the effective performance of PV systems that ensure patient safety
    2. A team member who can analyse and evaluate PV regulations and guidelines to determine their impact on pharmacovigilance processes.
    3. A professional who can play an important role in any team working with pharmacovigilance systems

Course calendar

Starting 8 Sep 2025
8 Sep 2025 9:00-16:00
Day 1
  • Introduction to the Pharmacovigilance Systems
  • Master File (PSMF) - structure and management
  • Local PSMF
  • The organizational structure of the marketing authorisation holder
  • Workshop
  • Computerised systems and databases
  • Quality system - procedural documents
  • Pharmacovigilance processes
9 Sep 2025 9:00-16:00
Day 2
  • Pharmacovigilance system performance
  • Quality system - document and record control
  • Quality system - training
10 Sep 2025 9:00-16:00
Day 3
  • Audits and inspections
  • Workshop
  • Pharmacovigilance agreements
  • Annexes
  • Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV)
Practical information

Related exams

22 Oct 2025 10:00-13:00
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Registration

Registration deadline
1 Sep 2025
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Course information

Literature

Prior to the course you will get access to mandatory and optional readings via your personal Atrium log-in.

Please familiarize yourself with the mandatory readings before starting the course.

The mandatory readings are also part of the examination syllabus.

Prerequisites

To enroll in this course, you must have a relevant educational background at bachelor level and, as a minimum, two years of experience in drug safety or pharmacovigilance, or other equivalent qualifications. We consider all applications upon registration.

If you do not fulfill the requirements, you can still apply for the course if you have suitable experience in the pharmaceutical/biological area that would allow you to benefit from the training and enable you to participate actively during the module. Up to 10% of the positions on our course are filled by applicants who have no or limited experience in drug safety or pharmacovigilance. We consider applicants on a case-by-case basis.

Examination

The exam is held online, usually 4-6 weeks after the course.

You will receive a link with exam questions via your personal Atrium log-in.

In order to participate in the exam, you must have attended the course.

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This course is a part of a diploma

Diploma in Pharmacovigilance

The demand for qualified pharmacovigilance professionals is high. Become a sought after and highly valued professional by attending our pharmacovigilance training and acquire the Diploma in Pharmacovigilance.

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Course leaders

Heidi Filtenborg Madsen
Lead Specialist, Global Patient Safety
H. Lundbeck A/S
Wasim Anwar
Vice President & Deputy QPPV, Global Safety
Novo Nordisk A/S

Lecturers

Berit Nautrup Andersen
Safety Director
Link Medical Research, filial af Link Medical Research AS, Norge
Noha Kassem
Senior Director
Eli Lilly, United Kingdom
Anna Carina Wiborg Simonsen
Principal Specialist, GCP and PV Lead Auditor
Novo Nordisk A/S
Trine Bøttzauw
GS Compliance Principal Specialist
Novo Nordisk A/S
Pernille Jensen
Senior Safety PV Compliance Professional
Novo Nordisk A/S
Gitte Eiersholt
PSMF consultant
-
Mette Stie Kallesøe
Head of Pharmacovigilance QPPV
Hansa Biopharma AB

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