Marketing Authorisation Documents in the EU

Dossier compilation and electronic submission

  • A guide to CTD and dossier compilation
  • Practical insights into eCTD and electronic submission processes
  • Alignment with regulatory expectations
  • Certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 21001 standard

Online-Seminar

From 1.590,00 € plus VAT
Services & Process

Booking details

Online-Seminar

From 1.590,00 € plus VAT
Services & Process

This seminar provides an in-depth exploration of the marketing authorisation dossier and the electronic submission process, focusing on the CTD structure and Modules 1-5. Participants will gain practical knowledge and strategies for successful drug approval applications in the EU.

Your speakers

Dr Laura Bisi

Dr Laura Bisi

ACARPIA Farmaceutici S.r.l., Milan, ITALY

Head of Quality

Dr Ida Caramazza

Dr Ida Caramazza



Ida Caramazza has a Degree in Pharmaceutical Technology and Chemistry and a Diploma as Specialist in Toxicology . She has been working in the Pharmaceutical field since the '80s.
Her experience started…

Karl-Heinz Loebel

Karl-Heinz Loebel

PharmaLex GmbH, Mannheim

Director, Principal Consultant Regulatory Operations
After completing his studies, K.H. Loebel worked at Heidelberg University for several years before joining a biotechnology…

What to Expect

  • Module 1 and 2 of the Marketing authorisation dossier
  • The SmPC and package leaflet
  • Chemistry, manufacturing and controls (CMC) - Module 3
  • Compilation of non-clinical and clinical data in Modules 4 and 5
  • eCTD and electronic submission requirements

Who Should Attend

This seminar is ideal for professionals involved in the drug approval process needing in-depth knowledge of marketing authorisation documents and submission. Basic knowledge of European marketing authorisation procedures is recommended.

Objective of the Event

This seminar aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the marketing authorisation dossier and its components.

By focusing on the Common Technical Document (CTD) structure and the electronic submission process, participants will gain essential insights into compiling and submitting drug approval documents in the EU.

The seminar also addresses common errors and authority findings to ensure successful applications.

Your Benefit

  • Detailed knowledge of the CTD structure and specifications for Modules 1-5
  • Key elements and structure of the SmPC and package leaflet
  • Practical insights into compiling non-clinical and clinical data
  • An understanding of eCTD principles, document requirements and submission
  • Strategies to avoid common errors and align with authority expectations

Programme

Day 1 from 09:00 - 17:00 CET
Day 2 from 09:00 - 12:30 CET

Day 1

08:59

Day 1 from 09:00 - 17:00

09:00

Welcoming and introduction round

09:15

MA dossier - Module 1
Dr Laura Bisi
  • Overview of the CTD: purpose and structure
  • Module 1 specification
  • Focus on the cover letter and application form
  • National peculiarities

10:00

SmPC and the package leaflet
Dr Laura Bisi
  • Key elements and structure of the SmPC and the package leaflet
  • QRD templates

10:45

Coffee break

11:00

Module 2
Dr Laura Bisi
  • Common principles for overviews and summaries

11:30

CMC Module 3
Dr Laura Bisi
  • Core documents and data
  • Related section in the Module 2
  • Common errors and authority findings
  • Practical Exercises

13:00

Lunch break

14:00

Non-clinical data: Module 4, non-clinical summaries and overview
Dr Ida Caramazza
  • Compilation of preclinical data: Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Toxicology, SmPC consistency with non-clinical data
  • Common errors and authority findings

15:15

Coffee break

15:30

Clinical data: Module 5, clinical summaries and clinical overview
Dr Ida Caramazza
  • Compilation of clinical data: Biopharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacology, Efficacy, Safety
  • Benefit and risk conclusions
  • SmPC consistency with clinical data
  • Common errors and authority findings

17:00

End of day 1
08:59

Day 1 from 09:00 - 17:00

09:00

Welcoming and introduction round

09:15

MA dossier - Module 1

Dr Laura Bisi

  • Overview of the CTD: purpose and structure
  • Module 1 specification
  • Focus on the cover letter and application form
  • National peculiarities
10:00

SmPC and the package leaflet

Dr Laura Bisi

  • Key elements and structure of the SmPC and the package leaflet
  • QRD templates
10:45

Coffee break

11:00

Module 2

Dr Laura Bisi

  • Common principles for overviews and summaries
11:30

CMC Module 3

Dr Laura Bisi

  • Core documents and data
  • Related section in the Module 2
  • Common errors and authority findings
  • Practical Exercises
13:00

Lunch break

14:00

Non-clinical data: Module 4, non-clinical summaries and overview

Dr Ida Caramazza

  • Compilation of preclinical data: Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Toxicology, SmPC consistency with non-clinical data
  • Common errors and authority findings
15:15

Coffee break

15:30

Clinical data: Module 5, clinical summaries and clinical overview

Dr Ida Caramazza

  • Compilation of clinical data: Biopharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacology, Efficacy, Safety
  • Benefit and risk conclusions
  • SmPC consistency with clinical data
  • Common errors and authority findings
17:00

End of day 1

Day 2

08:59

Day 2 from 09:00 - 12.30

09:00

Welcoming and introduction round

09:15

eCTD/electronic submission of application documentation
Karl-Heinz Loebel
  • eCTD basic principles: Structure, document requirements and dossier lifecycle
  • EU Module 1 eCTD requirements
  • eCTD specifics for centralised, decentralised and purely national applications
  • CESP Portal and EMA axway/syncplicity gateway
  • Outlook: eCTD 4.0/Next Major Version

10:45

Coffee break

11:00

Data submission and technology changes
Karl-Heinz Loebel
  • Unstructured - semi-structured - structured information
  • EMA IT Product Portfolio
  • EMA access and user account management
  • eApplication Forms - PLM portal
  • from XEVMPD to SPOR
  • IRIS and CTIS

12:45

End of the seminar
08:59

Day 2 from 09:00 - 12.30

09:00

Welcoming and introduction round

09:15

eCTD/electronic submission of application documentation

Karl-Heinz Loebel

  • eCTD basic principles: Structure, document requirements and dossier lifecycle
  • EU Module 1 eCTD requirements
  • eCTD specifics for centralised, decentralised and purely national applications
  • CESP Portal and EMA axway/syncplicity gateway
  • Outlook: eCTD 4.0/Next Major Version
10:45

Coffee break

11:00

Data submission and technology changes

Karl-Heinz Loebel

  • Unstructured - semi-structured - structured information
  • EMA IT Product Portfolio
  • EMA access and user account management
  • eApplication Forms - PLM portal
  • from XEVMPD to SPOR
  • IRIS and CTIS
12:45

End of the seminar

More options

Do you lack basic marketing authorisation expertise? Then, we would recommend the e-Learning 'Introduction to EU Marketing Authorisation'.
This will familiarise you with the regulatory affairs principles involved in applying for a marketing authorisation in Europe. It addresses the EU marketing authorisation procedures for the various products. It will also introduce you to post-authorisation duties.



Simply register for the seminar by clicking 'Register'. You will receive a €100 discount if you also book the e-learning (€290 + local VAT rather than €390 + local VAT).



Do you need foundational knowledge on the structure and content of the CTD/eCTD? Then this e-Learning 'Common Technical Document and eCTD' is the ideal fast track. It will provide you with detailed knowledge on the structure and content of the (electronic) common technical document - the only valid dossier format for marketing authorisation applications for human pharmaceuticals in the ICH region.



It will address full as well as abridged dossier application formats, enabling participants to select the data necessary for each application type. Module 3 requirements will be addressed in depth (drug substance and drug product data requirements).



Simply register for the seminar by clicking 'Register'. You will receive a €100 discount if you also book the e-learning (€490 + local VAT rather than €590 + local VAT).



Are you interested in broadening your regulatory horizon? This seminar can be booked as part of the qualification course 'Regulatory Affairs Manager', which provides a structured introduction to regulatory affairs while allowing you to set your own focus areas. It combines guided self-study with interactive online seminars to build a solid understanding of regulatory requirements for human medicinal products. Core principles of EU marketing authorisation form the foundation, with the option to deepen your knowledge through additional online trainings.

Search for the webcode 60012501 on our website for more information and registration or simply click on the link below:
Qualification Course Regulatory Affairs Manager

By booking the qualification course you will save up to 30% compared to individual bookings.

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We have integrated Zoom video conferencing software into our Learning Space for our online training courses. If you are not authorised to use Zoom, please get in touch with us so we can make alternative arrangements for you to take part in our online training.


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On the day of the event, you kick off your online training in the customer portal by clicking ‘Participate’ directly in the respective event. You will then be redirected to the Learning Space.

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Free pre-meeting and technology check

You can attend one of our pre-meetings and explore our Learning Space free of charge. Registration is not required. You can find available dates for a pre-meeting in your customer portal. Click the green ‘Participate’ button in the pre-meeting in the customer portal and you will be redirected to the Learning Space.

The pre-meeting gives you the opportunity to explore our Learning Space and to familiarise yourself with the technology to start off your online training on the right foot. This is a non-binding offer for all our customers and not a prerequisite for participation. If a pre-meeting date does not suit you but you would still like a technology check, please contact us.

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