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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.

Browse our extensive training programme - across diverse subjects such as Life Sciences, Legal, and Energy - and see what’s on over the coming weeks and months.

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  • 06 May • 1 day course

Advanced Reinsurance Contracts and Disputes Masterclass

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  • 06 May • 1 day course

Digital CMC

New for 2026

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  • 07 May • 1 day course

Contract Law Update - the latest case law in practice

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  • 11 May • 2 day course

Advanced Veterinary Pharmacovigilance

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  • 11 May • 2 day course

Clinical & Post-Marketing Safety

New for 2026

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  • 11 May • 1 day course

Building a Culture of Care: Inspiring & Mentoring Employees

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  • 12 May • 1 day course

IP Due Diligence & Freedom to Operate in Practice

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Pharmaceutical

From regulatory compliance and clinical research to pharmacovigilance and manufacturing excellence, the pharmaceutical sector demands specialised knowledge across multiple interconnected disciplines. IPI Academy's pharmaceutical training programmes provide industry professionals with the expertise needed to meet stringent regulatory requirements, ensure patient safety, and maintain competitive advantage in this rapidly evolving field.

Vigilance

Vigilance training ensures professionals can effectively monitor and manage safety risks across pharmaceutical, medical device, and cosmetic products throughout their lifecycle. From signal detection and risk assessment to regulatory compliance and quality management systems, vigilance expertise is essential for protecting public health.

Reinsurance

Reinsurance remains the cornerstone of global insurance stability, enabling insurers to manage risk exposure whilst maintaining competitive market positions. Mastering reinsurance principles, from fundamental industry mechanics to advanced contract management and claims resolution, is essential for insurance professionals seeking to drive strategic business decisions.

Medical Technology

Medical technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driven by digitalisation, artificial intelligence, and sustainability imperatives that are reshaping healthcare delivery. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with the critical knowledge needed to navigate regulatory compliance, emerging technologies, and innovative manufacturing processes that define modern medical device development.

Animal Health

Animal health regulatory expertise forms the cornerstone of successful veterinary pharmaceutical development, from initial product conception through market approval and beyond. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with the practical knowledge and regulatory insight essential for navigating complex approval processes across global markets.

Regulatory Affairs

Regulatory affairs forms the backbone of successful pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology operations, ensuring products meet stringent global compliance standards whilst navigating complex approval pathways. IPI Academy's comprehensive regulatory training equips professionals with essential expertise to drive market access strategies and maintain compliance across diverse international markets.

Commercial Contracts

In today's complex business environment, robust commercial contract knowledge is essential for enhancing contract resilience, minimising legal exposure and securing competitive advantage. Our specialised programmes develop the strategic drafting, negotiation and risk management capabilities that distinguish exceptional commercial professionals from their peers.

Commercial Management

Effective commercial management drives organisational success by optimising contract performance, mitigating risks, and building strategic partnerships that deliver sustainable value. Our comprehensive training portfolio equips professionals with essential skills in contract administration, negotiation, legal compliance, and supply chain management to excel in today's competitive business environment.

HR & Wellbeing

Effective people management combines strategic HR expertise with genuine care for employee wellbeing, creating organisations where both business performance and human potential flourish. Our comprehensive HR and wellbeing programmes equip professionals with the essential skills to navigate complex employment challenges whilst fostering cultures that prioritise mental health and employee engagement.

Medical Devices

Medical device development demands expertise across complex regulatory landscapes, clinical evaluation protocols, and evolving technological innovations. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge spanning global regulations, quality management systems, and cutting-edge areas including AI, software validation, and sustainable design practices.

Clinical Research

Clinical research excellence demands mastery of evolving regulations, emerging technologies, and quality management systems that ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance. Our comprehensive clinical research training portfolio equips professionals with essential skills spanning GCP requirements, data integrity, digital innovation, and project management methodologies.

Leadership & Strategy

In today's rapidly evolving business environment, exceptional leadership and strategic acumen separate high-performing organisations from their competitors. Our expert-led programmes equip professionals with proven methodologies in team leadership, strategic decision-making, and business transformation to excel in challenging commercial environments.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Life Sciences

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising life sciences by enhancing drug development, improving clinical trial efficiency, and transforming regulatory compliance across pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Master the essential AI applications, regulatory frameworks, and practical implementation strategies driving innovation in modern healthcare.

IP & Patents

Successfully navigating the intellectual property landscape demands expertise spanning patent law, strategic planning, risk management, and international best practices. Our comprehensive training portfolio develops the multifaceted skills and practical knowledge that IP professionals need to protect innovations and drive business value.

Data Law & Legal Technology

Master the legal frameworks governing data protection, digital assets, and emerging technologies that are reshaping professional practice across all sectors. Our comprehensive training programmes provide practical insights into GDPR compliance, AI regulation, blockchain law, and digital intellectual property protection for modern legal challenges.

Personal Development

Personal development is the cornerstone of professional success, encompassing the essential skills and mindset shifts that transform individual potential into measurable achievement. Our comprehensive programmes address critical areas including leadership development, entrepreneurship, time management, and performance enhancement to help professionals thrive in today's dynamic workplace.

Finance Management

Strong financial management capabilities distinguish exceptional leaders from their peers, driving both personal career advancement and organisational prosperity. IPI Academy delivers practical training in financial analysis, credit control, and commercial strategy tailored for professionals across diverse industries.

GxP

GxP represents the fundamental framework of good practice guidelines that ensure quality, safety, and efficacy across all aspects of pharmaceutical and life sciences operations. From manufacturing and clinical research to distribution and data management, mastering GxP principles is essential for professionals seeking to maintain regulatory compliance and deliver products that protect public health.

Communication & Presentation

The ability to communicate with impact and present with confidence has never been more critical in our interconnected business world. Our comprehensive programmes combine time-tested principles with contemporary techniques, developing professionals' capacity to engage diverse audiences, deliver compelling messages, and achieve their communication objectives.

Leadership & Management for Life Sciences

Effective leadership in life sciences requires unique skills to navigate complex regulatory environments whilst driving innovation and managing diverse teams. Our comprehensive leadership and management programmes equip professionals with the strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and practical tools essential for success in this demanding industry.

Medical Writing

Medical writing forms the backbone of pharmaceutical development and scientific communication, requiring precise documentation skills for regulatory submissions, peer-reviewed publications, and consumer health materials. Our comprehensive training portfolio covers everything from clinical trial protocols to grant proposals, ensuring professionals can communicate complex medical information with clarity and regulatory compliance.

Management

In today's dynamic workplace, exceptional management requires mastery of both traditional leadership principles and contemporary challenges such as remote team dynamics, employee wellbeing, and organisational resilience. Our expertly designed training programmes provide practical, evidence-based approaches to developing the complete skill set modern managers need to lead effectively and drive sustainable business success.

Biopharma

The biopharmaceutical industry represents one of the fastest-growing and most innovative sectors in healthcare, where cutting-edge science meets life-saving treatments. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge spanning biotechnology fundamentals, regulatory compliance, manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies like CRISPR and nanoparticles.

Leadership, Strategy & Negotiation

The ability to lead effectively, think strategically and negotiate successfully distinguishes exceptional legal professionals from their peers. These critical competencies enable practitioners to manage complex stakeholder relationships, drive business outcomes and position themselves as indispensable strategic advisors within their organisations.

Copyright & Licensing

Navigate the intricate landscape of intellectual property rights with confidence through comprehensive copyright and licensing expertise. Understanding these fundamental frameworks is crucial for protecting creative assets and maximising commercial value in today's content-driven economy.

Media & Entertainment

The fast-evolving world of media and entertainment presents unique legal challenges – from intellectual property and licensing to digital rights management and talent agreements. As content continues to cross borders and platforms at lightning speed, it’s essential for industry professionals to stay ahead of these developments. While the courses in this category are aimed primarily at legal professionals and rights management experts looking to move more specifically into the media and entertainment industry, the courses will also provide valuable insights for producers, filmmakers and writers; publishers, broadcasters and distributors; and performers wanting a clearer understanding of the legal side of their roles.

Facilities, Health & Safety

Professional excellence in facilities, health and safety management requires mastery of complex regulations, strategic planning capabilities, and practical implementation skills across diverse workplace scenarios. IPI Academy's training portfolio develops the comprehensive expertise professionals need to manage risk effectively, ensure compliance, and create resilient operational environments.

Cosmetics

The cosmetics industry operates within a complex regulatory landscape that demands rigorous safety monitoring and compliance expertise. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge in cosmetovigilance, regulatory requirements, and safety standards to ensure market success and consumer protection.

Corporate Strategy

Corporate strategy forms the backbone of successful organisations, determining how businesses navigate complexity, create value, and maintain competitive advantage in an ever-evolving marketplace. Our comprehensive corporate strategy programmes equip leaders with essential frameworks for governance, risk management, compliance, and strategic decision-making across all organisational levels.

Energy

As energy markets evolve rapidly towards sustainability targets, legal professionals need cutting-edge expertise in contract structuring and regulatory frameworks. Our energy law courses provide practical skills in drafting, negotiation, and compliance across traditional and renewable energy sectors.

Project Management

Successful project management requires mastery of both technical methodologies and interpersonal leadership skills to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and competing demands. Our comprehensive training portfolio addresses the full spectrum of project management competencies, from foundational techniques through advanced stakeholder management strategies.

Telecoms

Success in telecommunications requires more than technical knowledge - it demands a deep understanding of business strategy, market dynamics, and emerging technologies. Our specialised training programmes provide the comprehensive skill set that high-performing telecoms professionals need to thrive.

Sales & Marketing

Mastering the art of sales and marketing is fundamental to driving sustainable business growth and competitive advantage in today's dynamic marketplace. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with proven strategies across digital marketing, pricing, customer acquisition, and sales management to transform business performance.

Latest reviews See more

Overall the course was good and I definitely benefitted from it. Very friendly instructor, made everyone feel included as it was a small call! Clearly very knowledgeable about the subject and broke down some of the more complicated topics well.

17 Mar 2026

Drafting Specifications and Scopes of Supply: Strong Legal Foundations Lead to Commercial Success

During the 2 days-training the Clinical Overview and the Clinical Summary were described with a focus on the safety sections, which was exactly what I was looking for. Speaker was attentive to our questions and tried to make the training as interactive as possible. I liked the last part with practical examples.

16 Mar 2026

Clinical Overview and Clinical Summary: Creating Effective Marketing Authorisation Applications

Seamless session. Better understanding into my current negotiation style and how i can change this depending on the potential customer. Very good course.

16 Mar 2026

Strategic Commercial Contract Negotiation: Build Value, Minimise Risk and Strengthen Relationships

I was hoping to receive inputs about the project management world. I have received a lot of inputs and learnt which hot topics I should focus more; I think my expectations were met with this course.

9 Mar 2026

Project Management for Pharma Professionals

My main objective was to learn about standard or common approaches to manage projects in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as the soft skills that are most relevant to be efficient in the Project manager role. This was accomplished mainly by reviewing the tools that can be used and some comparisons with other sectors. In a way it made me feel I was on the right path as a Project manager because I had already seen most things, and gave me confidence in this sense. I liked the structure, having first technical and then soft skills, as well as the number of exercises in the separate rooms, for all the attendees to get involved and stay engaged. I also asked for more detail in the pre-course questionnaire and that was addressed accordingly by the presenter after the course.

9 Mar 2026

Project Management for Pharma Professionals

The course was well prepared and the content was useful. Speaker was very clear and made himself understood well - had good experience and talked about cases where he worked, therefore the knowledge was very deep.

4 Mar 2026

Orphan Drug Regulatory Masterclass: EU & US Insights

I achieved my goal to have a general overview of Orfan Drug. Speaker is passionate about the subject and has been able to share his knowledge and experience in a professional manner. Since this was my first approach to this topic, I [only] suggest to structure programme to provide more basic information for the not expert in this field. Overall I'm really satisfy of the webinar content, its presentation and of course the speaker.

4 Mar 2026

Orphan Drug Regulatory Masterclass: EU & US Insights

It was great and helpful.

23 Feb 2026

Cleanroom Requirements for Medical Device Manufacturers

My goal was to get a more complete picture about the ISO standard and I got it.

23 Feb 2026

Cleanroom Requirements for Medical Device Manufacturers

Prepared, credible, highly professional instructor and enjoyable presentation style. Excellent, keep it up.

23 Feb 2026

Cleanroom Requirements for Medical Device Manufacturers

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Graeme Ladds

Graeme Ladds, Director of PharSafer, has over 30 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He began his career in 1989 at Ashbourne Pharmaceuticals as Head of Drug Safety & Medical Information, before going on to become Head of Global Pharmacovigilance at Shire Pharmaceuticals.

He later founded his consultancy and specialist CRO, PharSafer Associates Ltd, where he has supported companies in establishing pharmacovigilance systems, conducting audits across Europe and the USA, developing SOPs, acting as a QP, and supporting regulatory inspections.

Since 1994, Graeme has also been involved in the monitoring of medical devices, including drug–device combinations, structural devices and electrical medical devices. His experience spans clinical trials and global device vigilance, alongside pharmacovigilance activities across both clinical development and post-marketing phases.

Phillippa Rowe

Phillippa Rowe, senior partner of independent reinsurance consultants Phillippa Ross & Co., has over 30 years experience of insurance and reinsurance claims in Lloyd’s and the London market and internationally. She began her reinsurance career with 15 years with the Kiln group at Lloyd’s. She currently acts as arbitrator, mediator, expert witness and technical consultant in a wide range of claims, wordings and market practice matters and writes, lectures and provides training courses on similar subjects.

Lewis Shipp

Lewis Shipp is a published pharmaceutical scientist and a recognised expert in drug development & manufacturing across a range of therapeutic modalities. Lewis currently works at the intersection of science & technology as a Digital CMC Specialist at QbDVision, helping organisations both large & small leverage digital technology to accelerate the delivery of therapies to patients. Additionally, Lewis has contributed to ISPE's Pharma 4.0 Special Interest Group & BioPhorum's Technology Strategy Forum as an SME in the application of digital technology to solve business process challenges within the pharmaceutical industry. Lewis has also given several presentations at internationally recognised conferences on varying topics pertaining to digitally-enabled drug development and manufacturing. 

Simon Cooper

 
Simon is a consultant in the Global Speciality & Financial Risks team at DWF Law LLP.  He has more than 35 years’ experience of advising clients in the London and international insurance and reinsurance markets and has extensive experience of acting in large scale disputes in England and Internationally.  Simon also has comprehensive experience of mediation and other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Simon is a member of the IUA Clauses Subcommittee and past secretary of the International Bar Association's insurance committee. He edited the second edition of ‘Reinsurance Practice & the Law’ and writes and lectures frequently on legal issues. He is the current Lloyd's Members Ombudsman

Dave Parry

David Parry is a chemist with over 14 years of experience in in veterinary medicinal product development and registration. In his current position as CMC team leader at knoell, David works with manufacturers in developing formulations and the commercial manufacturing process. Taking advantage of his previous roles in pharmaceutical research and development and process development, David brings a broad range of chemistry, manufacturing and regulatory knowledge to projects. With extensive experience interacting with regulatory authorities in most major global animal health markets and working with contract manufacturing organisations, David is involved with all aspects of regulatory support from early stage development through to post approval product maintenance.

Helen Swaffield

Helen Swaffield is a practising Barrister with over 25 years’ experience in Commercial and Public Law including commercial contracts and regulation, EU Law, international outsourcing and procurement, competition, franchising, supply and distribution and IPR. Helen appears in the High Court, Commercial Court and Technology and Construction Court as well as commercial arbitrations and adjudications. Helen has a French Law accreditation and has a diploma in EU Law from the University of Strasbourg. Having worked at both the EU Commission and the EU Court, she speaks French and reads Spanish.

Helen has drafted commercial, public and health sector contracts and has developed precedents and templates for industry use. She is regularly consulted to mitigate business risks and resolve claims and other disputes before litigation. Helen is the editor of and contributor to the Commercial Litigation Journal and the Procurement and Outsourcing Journal.

Craig Evans

Craig Evans is a chemist with over 13 years experience in the veterinary medicines field, working on everything from initial registrations to post-approval activities including change controls captured with variations. Craig works directly with multiple pharmaceutical companies, providing expert knowledge relating to a variety of areas of veterinary medicines. Craig has in depth knowledge of CMC activities, and has an excellent working understanding of Regulatory Guidelines in the EU.

 

 

 

Arun Singh OBE

Arun Singh (Prof) OBE, FRSA is an international lawyer and consultant to an international law firm. He was formerly a partner and head of commercial law at KPMG Legal and partner at Masons (now Pinsent Masons).

Arun has advised on disputes and collaborations in a wide range of jurisdictions including Europe, countries in West and East Africa, India, Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Pakistan, Libya, Jordan, Syria, the US, Caribbean, Russia, Israel, Lebanon, Egypt, Thailand and Singapore. Arun is cited and ranked in the Chambers Guide to the world’s leading lawyers. He concentrates on international investment, joint ventures, licensing of technology, research and development, M&A, energy, outsourcing and corporate governance in developed and emerging markets; he also handles international legal risk management matters. Arun advises a range of international organisations and is a visiting professor in International Business, Leadership and Negotiations at Salford University Business School, senior associate at Oxford University’s Institute of Legal Practice and teaches international leadership and negotiations at the University of Cambridge. He has facilitated programmes in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the US.

He is a recognised corporate educator and a non-executive director of two international investment companies – one of which is listed on the London Stock Exchange, chairing the Audit Committee and Investment Committee.

He was appointed an OBE by HM the Queen in January 1999 for services to international trade, investment and intercultural management. Arun is an editor and contributor to a number of publications including Business and Contract Law (a Thorogood Special Report) and How to Lead Smart People – Leadership for Professionals (Profile Books) (recommended reading in the big four corporate advisory firms and basis for the popular international Coursera MOOC, University of London course 'Stepping Up: Leading Others').He is also a facilitator for company programmes and an experienced speaker at international corporate conferences.

Zuzanna Kwade

Zuzanna Kwade is Software Clinical Evaluation Lead at Dedalus Healthcare. Zuzanna holds a PhD in Biochemistry and has 15 years of experience in clinical and medical research. She is the co-author of several white papers on regulatory aspects of clinical research and clinical evaluation.

Since 2016, she has been actively involved in Clinical Evaluations according to MEDDEV 2.7.1 (Rev.4) for multiple devices, including high risk hardware devices and medical software. She also represented COCIR in the European Union Task Force on clinical evaluation of software and co-authored MDCG2020-1 guidance on clinical evaluation of MDSW.

Kevin Hard

I believe that organisations led by emotionally intelligent leaders at all levels, whilst underpinned by a culture of care, can drive engagement. The output from engagement includes improved metrics on safety, wellbeing, quality, productivity, CSR, sustainability, retention, recruitment and reduced organisational risk. 

I’m a motivational speaker for organisations such as the Institute of Directors (IoD), Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), British Safety Council (BSC), Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) amongst others. I also speak at company events on leadership and culture.

I have a thorough understanding of risk and change management, essential for ensuring the successful implementation of cultural improvement programmes. The successful implementation of any programme, often hinges on the ability to engage, influence and work with numerous key stakeholders, including senior leadership teams and others.

Key talk topics:

  • Modern leadership 
  • Employee engagement
  • Culture change

Recent projects include:

  • HSEQ Culture Advisory Board for Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) 2018-2021
  • Founder of a client thought leadership user group, with 20 major UK and European clients to share best practice and discuss innovative new ideas and challenges
  • Co-creator of an organisational integrated improvement model, the HYG-GE Model (Hard-Yeoman-Girling Generating Excellence Model 2022) based on modern leadership, whilst all underpinned by care
  • Advisory council for a rail organisations' culture change programme 2019- 2023
  • Leadership lecturer at Glasgow Clyde College, 2023-2025
  • Co-research with Dr Paul Pritchard on engaging for success/CIPD and the impact of engagement on sustainability and corporate social responsibility
  • Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (RSA)
  • Distinction as Reuters-accredited Performance Consultant (2018), to enable clients to make effective investment in improvement strategies through a consultancy style approach
  • Level 7 CMI qualification in Strategic Management and Leadership 

“No culture has ever changed without its people.”

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