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With over 30 years’ experience of delivering live public, inhouse and e-learning courses to a wide range of industries, IPI is a global leader.

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Commercial & Business Law

IPI Academy offers a wide-range of business and commercial law courses for the in-house lawyer that are presented both as public and in-house training courses, in order to fulfil all your (and your department’s) training needs.

Commercial agreements and contracts provide the foundation for businesses to operate and are fundamental to the success of a business. Without carefully constructed agreements, disputes and litigation are more likely. Whether you are looking to improve your legal drafting skills or simply keep abreast of the latest developments in international business law and best-practice.

Leadership & Management

Whether you are looking for a refresher course or to learn additional skills to adapt to a new career challenge, our wide-ranging, innovative, highly stimulating and challenging leadership and management training courses will allow you to reach your, and your company's, goals.

Focusing on improving your leadership and management skills is key to enhancing your business capabilities and securing your position as an influential part of the business. With so much change taking place and being faced with many new challenges now is the time to focus on your skills in leadership, innovation, strategy, communication, finance, problem solving and conflict management, to name a few key areas.

Commercial Management

IPI Academy's commercial management courses, are especially designed for the commercial/contracts manager, will give you best practice knowledge and skills to make difficult decisions effectively and confidently as well as allowing you to gain a sound grasp of contract law and understand the financial principles and business implications on which a contract is built.

The role of a commercial/contracts manager is exceptionally demanding and complex, especially as companies are increasingly looking at cost as a means of providing competitive advantage. By proactively managing contracts and understanding the commercial implications for your business you will be able to anticipate risks and resolve problems before they arise.

Life Sciences

Our life sciences training courses cover Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, IVDs, Biotech/Biopharma and Animal Health and have been designed to focus on regulatory affairs, clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, medical writing, latest developments, and best practices (GxP).  Our portfolio of events is extensive and provides training from basic to advanced levels in a variety of formats.  

The pandemic created numerous challenges across all areas of business worldwide and companies had to respond and adapt very quickly. Now, as the healthcare sector emerges stronger and with renewed strategy, life science companies continue to focus on key areas for development, explore the use of emerging technologies, and seek opportunities to harness collaborations and build resilience. 

IP & Patents

Whether you are looking to get to grips with the latest processes and procedures, draft effective agreements or simply keep abreast of latest legislation and developments, IPI Academy offers a wide range of IP training courses, presented both as public or in-house events to fulfil your patenting and intellectual property training needs.

Whilst the world’s national IP laws have become more consistent over recent years, the world of intellectual property is still a complex area. In order to legally and efficiently protect and exploit IP rights to the best advantage it is paramount that businesses stay abreast of latest developments and best practice.

Facilities Management

The role and responsibilities of the Facilities Manager should not be underestimated. There is a plethora of fast-changing legislation that needs to be considered for the smooth running of your business. 

Our publications and bespoke training offer a wide range of topics to help assist you in navigating potential risks in relation to fire safety, industrial accidents and all the vital aspects of facilities and property management.

HR & Wellbeing

Whether you are looking to recruit, get up to speed with the latest developments in the law or for guidance on latest best practice, we offer a wide range of HR management training courses and events for Human Resources professionals that are presented both as public and in-house courses, in order to fulfil your (and your department’s) training needs.

Employees are a company’s most valuable asset and the role of the HR function is to take responsibility for the management and allocation of this resource, ensuring that the needs and strategic objectives of the business are met.

 

Reinsurance

Our insurance and reinsurance training courses cover up to the minute issues and the latest legal developments: from understanding contract wordings, how to draft contracts, how to respond to and manage claims and dealing with disputes, to the management and personal skills needed to succeed in this arena.

The international insurance and reinsurance sector is a highly technical and specialised area. Reinsurance contracts, in particular, play a major role in reducing an insurer’s exposure to losses, assist with capital management and, if drafted correctly, can protect against insolvency.

Corporate Strategy

IPI Academy offers corporate strategy training courses covering the essential skills and best practices for all Company Directors and Company Secretaries, as well as business leaders and entrepreneurs. Our products also cover a large selection of topics to help you navigate through potential mergers and acquisitions to ensure the best outcomes for you and your business.

Both Directors and business leaders need to understand their full range of complex duties and responsibilities, and how to minimise the company’s liabilities while strengthening its stability. The corporate, business and functional strategies of a business all need to be evaluated, critically analysed and built on to ensure a successful growing business in the face of today's challenges.

 

Finance Management

IPI Academy has developed a range of finance management training courses offerings to suit the fast-paced changes needed to face today’s challenges. Our range of formats gives individuals a real choice in how to gain this crucial knowledge.

Focussing on the core financial aspects of a business has never been so important as we navigate out of the global pandemic and focus on what this means to our businesses going forward. A complete understanding of the latest financial standards and best practice procedures are crucial to maintaining financial stability whilst driving your business forward.

Sales & Marketing

Our collection of sales and marketing training formats covers the key tools, strategies and techniques to give you the skills and confidence to help you achieve successful marketing account management, sales growth and improve your, and your organisation's performance.

Sales and marketing are two key functions that impact both the creation of new business and overall business revenue and success. Focusing on the latest best practice and building your key skills will enable you to target and retain more valuable customers and reduce the duration of the sales cycle.

Latest reviews

I accomplished a better understanding on the role of the PRRC. Very knowledgeable [speaker] with a good presentation style.

22 May 2025

The Role of the Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRRC) Under the MDR and IVDR

Very concentrated and structured content. All speakers had high level expertise on the topics presented. Useful for in-house practitioners (lawyers, BD) in the pharmaceutical industry as a guide to the main topics in contract drafting. I have expanded my knowledge [on] license agreement issues, IP issues, Co-development agreements.

21 May 2025

Drafting Commercial Contracts for the Pharmaceutical Industry

I hoped to improve my knowledge in the field of in-licensing and out-licensing agreements. I am completely satisfied. I got answers to my questions, structured my knowledge, received new, previously unknown to me information Everything was great.

21 May 2025

Drafting Commercial Contracts for the Pharmaceutical Industry

The webinar is well constructed and the speaker is a very polite and prepared person. I managed to get the initial information needed to start studying and understanding the process validation program, the exercises [were] very helpful.

20 May 2025

Process Validation with Qualification

I really enjoyed this webinar. I will be recommending it to colleagues as a great source of information and introduction to process validation. The material was engaging, and [speakers'] knowledge/experience was communicated very well. I greatly enjoyed the content and presentation style. Topics were split up and presented in a logical order and the exercises were very helpful to reiterate the information that was presented.

20 May 2025

Process Validation with Qualification

Excellent. I was hoping to refresh, add to and update my knowledge. The webinar was excellent to remind me of areas that I had been involved with many years ago and add knowledge that is more relevant to my role now. I found the topics of the workshop particularly relevant.

19 May 2025

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Submissions in the EU

It was well laid out and formatted especially for myself who does not have a regulatory role currently. I was hoping to achieve a firmer understanding and overview of submission within the EU, and believe I achieved this. [Speakers] were very knowledgable and provided great answers to all questions— supportive but challenged us when doing the workshop. I liked all areas of the course.

19 May 2025

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Submissions in the EU

Fantastic webinar! Speakers were very knowledgeable, clear, concise, and open to questions at any time—providing in depth background information were appropriate as well. The content was very interesting and I think a very good amount was covered considering the timescales. I enjoyed the workshop a lot. I thought it was a good way to try and put into practice what we had learnt during the webinars. I also thought a very good amount of information was covered for an introduction into the sections of the dossier.

19 May 2025

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Submissions in the EU

My goal was to gain a deeper awareness and understanding of what is required in the different sections of a dossier for submission in the EU. I think the course definitely accomplished this and there was lots of useful information, which was very well explained. I can confidently say that I left knowing a lot more than I initially thought I would.

19 May 2025

Veterinary Pharmaceutical Submissions in the EU

It was very insightful and worthwhile. Easy to say one of the trainings i have attended that I believe shall have an immediate and profitable impact in my work role.

19 May 2025

4-day International Commercial Contracts School

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Catherine Hurst

Catherine Hurst BSc(Hons), CIMDip, PgDL, is an independent consultant in the contract and commercial fields. She was formerly a Commercial Manager at BAe Systems, following previous contract/commercial roles with GEC and Siemens. She has extensive practical experience of bid management, contract drafting and negotiation, contract and subcontract management as well as commercial risk management, both with UK and overseas customers and suppliers, in the private and public sectors.

She is a highly experienced trainer, having a style which brings a subject to life, creating interest and stimulating the enthusiasm of delegates. She combines academic best practice with real world experience.

She lecturers Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) diploma, levels 4, 5 & 6 at Chichester college. As well as being a member of CIPS, Catherine has a degree in Management Studies, a Chartered Institute of Marketing diploma and more recently achieved a distinction in her Common Professional Examination (CPE)/Post-grad diploma in law, winning the prize for the highest achieving student in the contract law module.

Catherine has successfully provided training to organisations across a wide variety of industries, including:

Transport / utilities / energy / construction / engineering / IT / telecons: Network Rail, ScotRail, Balfour Beatty, London Underground, Westinghouse Springfields Fuels, General Dynamics, Siemens, Metronet, Thales, ABB, Hitachi, Jungheinrich, Honeywell, PALL Europe, Senior Aerospace BWT, RES (Renewable Energy Systems), AGI, Silvertown, QinetiQ, Clyde Pumps / Weir Pumps, Scottish Power, NCOC (North Caspian Operating Company), Computacentre, CISCO, BT, United Utilities

Health / pharmaceutical / education: Nuffield Health, Surrey PCT, Bristol Myers-Squibb, Newcastle University, Exeter University

Public: Forensic Science Services, Office for National Statistics, DARA (Defence Aviation Repair Agency), Metropolitan Police

Charity: Phoenix Futures, Homegroup

Retail: Co-op

Claire Mould

With over thirty years’ experience of working in and with the public, corporate, and charitable sectors, Claire has expertise in providing strategic, analytical, emotionally intelligent solutions that engender, inform, facilitate and embed growth through compassionate leadership.

Extending from post-doctoral studies on neurology, specifically the link between emotional intelligence and cognitive intelligence, Claire has written, presented, and worked at a national, European, and international level and has published several research papers and books.

In her previous time as a CEO of various charities, she has practical experience in the art of compassionate leadership and has developed a real passion for helping individuals and organisations to optimise their growth potential.

In addition to her work as a facilitator, delivering sessions and presenting, Claire also works as an independent consultant providing emotionally intelligent strategic solutions, embedding compassionate leadership and maximising growth.

In her spare time, Claire runs for mental health and wellbeing, including running marathons and ultra marathons.

Scott Styles

Scott C. Styles is senior lecturer at the University of Aberdeen Law School. He is Assistant Editor of Daintith and Willoughby, the leading book on UK oil and gas law. He has many years experience of teaching and researching oil and gas law, with a particular focus on regulatory matters and contracting.

William Thomson

William Thomson, is a bestselling author, navigator, and Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS). Renowned for his ability to blend timeless wisdom with modern insights, William draws on his experiences navigating uncharted seas and his deep understanding of natural systems to inspire and educate. 

His books, including The Book of Tides, have captivated readers worldwide with their blend of adventure and practical guidance. A sought-after speaker and expert in personal growth, leadership, and teamwork, William is passionate about helping individuals and organisations chart their course toward purpose and success. Through his engaging talks and workshops, he empowers audiences to embrace challenges, harness their strengths, and achieve their full potential.

Nurin Qistina Roslan

Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Ms. Nurin Qistina Roslan is a master’s degree graduate in biomedical science with over 5 years of experience in Pharmacovigilance activities for multinational drug companies. She has hands-on experience in Pharmacovigilance for multinational pharmaceutical, generic, innovator, and biologic products at both local and global levels.

Furthermore, Ms. Roslan possesses extensive experience in adverse event monitoring and reporting, literature and regulatory intelligence screening, PSMF writing, and risk management planning. She is currently based in Malaysia and worked as a Pharmacovigilance Consultant at Pharma To Market, handling various pharmaceutical clients, serving as a QPPV, and managing Pharmacovigilance activities in the APAC region.

Siew Man Phang

Regulatory & Pharmacovigilance Assistant Manager

Ms. Siew Man Phang is a registered pharmacist in Malaysia, brings over 7 years of pharmacovigilance and regulatory expertise. She has served as QPPV for multinational pharmaceutical, generic, and distributor companies, gaining diverse experience across innovator drugs, generics, biologics, health supplements, traditional products, cosmetic and medical devices.

Additionally, she possesses extensive hands-on experience in pharmacovigilance, including adverse event monitoring & reporting, literature & regulatory Intelligence screening, risk management plan, SOP and PSMF writing. She is currently based in Malaysia, works as a Regulatory & Pharmacovigilance Assistant Manager in Pharma To Market handling various pharmaceutical clients, serving as QPPV and managing Pharmacovigilance activities in APAC regions.

Jan Clarise G. Macalalad

Regulatory Project Manager

Ms. Clarise Macalalad is a registered pharmacist in the Philippines with over 10 years of experience in Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory Affairs. She has served as a Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV) for pharmaceutical, generic, and distribution companies.

She brings extensive hands-on expertise in adverse event monitoring, regulatory intelligence, and risk management planning. Currently, she is based in the Philippines as a Regulatory Project Manager, handling a diverse portfolio of clients.

Sherley Wang

Ms. Sherley Wang
Pharmacovigilance (PV) Director

Ms. Sherley Wang brings over 16 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 11 years in pharmacovigilance and 5 years in clinical quality assurance. She has conducted more than 150 audits of hospital research centers and 100 audits of CROs and pharmaceutical companies, working with leading multinational organizations. Sherley serves as an authorised RPPV/QPPV for several domestic companies and plays a pivotal role in the development and oversight of compliant PV systems.

She authored the China Pharmacovigilance Industry Research Report 2024 and co-translated key pharmacovigilance texts in partnership with the CDE of the NMPA. A recognised industry expert, Sherley is a panelist for the China Food and Drug Industries Quality and Safety Promotion Association (FDSA) and teaches pharmacovigilance to graduate students at Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology.

As a member of the China Institute of Internal Audit (CIIA), she is highly proficient in GCP, GVP, supplier audits, and regulatory inspections. Her expertise spans both domestic and international regulatory landscapes.

Param Dayal

Drug Safety Manager at Pharma To Market

Mr. Param Dayal is a qualified Microbiologist with Master’s degree in Microbiology and a certified MedDRA coder. For the last 15 years, Param has worked on a variety of pharmacovigilance projects with special focus on ICSR processing (Unsolicited, solicited, Literature, legal and Clinical trials cases). In his previous roles he worked for organisations supporting pharma clients with PSP program management, PV audits, HA inspections, data migration, SOP Management, process refinement, providing PV training and mentoring to new staff. He also has experience working as a QPPV and Local Safety Officer for Australia and New Zealand. He is currently based in Melbourne working as Drug Safety Manager for Pharma To Market, managing PV activities for NZ clients.

 

Marylene Zhan

Ms. Marylene Zhan
Senior Pharmacovigilance (PV) Manager

Ms. Marylene Zhan holds a Master’s degree from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law and is a seasoned bilingual and bicultural consultant in the pharmaceutical industry. She brings extensive expertise in Chinese pharmaceutical regulations, with a specialisation in regulatory affairs (RA) and pharmacovigilance (PV) compliance.

With deep insight into China’s market access requirements and practical experience in navigating regulatory pathways, Marylene has successfully supported numerous international pharmaceutical companies in establishing and expanding their presence in the Chinese market. Her nuanced understanding of both local and global business environments makes her a valuable bridge between multinational firms and China’s regulatory landscape.

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