2026-06-12 2026-06-12 , online online, 2,090 € zzgl. MwSt. Dr. Eva Bauer https://forum-institut.de/seminar/26112054-the-gvp-refresher/referenten/26/26_11/26112054-course-gvp-refresher_bauer-eva.jpg The GVP Refresher

The Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) Modules published by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) are the key reference for pharmacovigilance practice in Europe. This two-day online course offers a comprehensive and practice-oriented refresher on established requirements, current updates, and recent developments across the GVP Modules.

Topics
  • GVP Modules I-XVI and Annexes
  • Pharmacovigilance system master file (PSMF)
  • Monitoring, documenting and evaluating adverse drug reactions
  • Quality and risk management
  • Audits and inspections


Who should attend
This course will be conducted in English.

This online course is designed for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry seeking reliable continuing professional development or a structured refresher in pharmacovigilance. It covers all GVP Modules, has a strong practical focus, and is primarily intended for PV Managers and experienced professionals working at the PV interface.

A basic understanding of pharmacovigilance and/or practical experience is required.
Aims and objectives
The Good Pharmacovigilance Practices Modules (GVP Modules), published and regularly updated by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), set out the standards and measures for the effective fulfilment of pharmacovigilance responsibilities and serve as a key reference for drug safety in Europe.

Refresh and expand your knowledge of GVP in this course and apply what you learn directly in practical workshops. The course covers a broad range of topics, from pharmacovigilance systems in general to key documents such as the PSMF and PSURs, as well as quality and risk management.

Each topic is discussed in direct relation to the relevant GVP Modules, ensuring that all modules, including annexes, are thoroughly covered.
Your benefit

This online course will

  • provide a comprehensive overview of all GVP modules.
  • enable you to identify, collect and evaluate adverse events and adverse drug reactions.
  • help you understand the structure and content of the PSMF, DSUR/PSUR and RMP.
  • strengthen your ability to apply risk management methods in practice.
  • provide practical experience through interactive workshops and help you prepare effectively for audits and inspections.

Online course - GVP Refresher

The GVP Refresher

Established Principles and New Developments in Good Pharmacovigilance Practices

Benefits
  • Comprehensive pharmacovigilance training
  • All GVP modules in two days
  • Effective learning through interactive workshops
  • Officially certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 21001

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Termin

10 - 11/11/2026

10 - 11/11/2026

Zeitraum

Both days: 09:00-17:00 CET
You can join 30 min before the course starts

Both days: 09:00-17:00 CET
You can join 30 min before the course starts
Veranstaltungsort

online

online

Gebühr
Your contact

Nadja Wolff
Conference Manager

+49 6221 500-696
n.wolff@forum-institut.de

Details

The Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) Modules published by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) are the key reference for pharmacovigilance practice in Europe. This two-day online course offers a comprehensive and practice-oriented refresher on established requirements, current updates, and recent developments across the GVP Modules.

Topics

  • GVP Modules I-XVI and Annexes
  • Pharmacovigilance system master file (PSMF)
  • Monitoring, documenting and evaluating adverse drug reactions
  • Quality and risk management
  • Audits and inspections


Who should attend
This course will be conducted in English.

This online course is designed for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry seeking reliable continuing professional development or a structured refresher in pharmacovigilance. It covers all GVP Modules, has a strong practical focus, and is primarily intended for PV Managers and experienced professionals working at the PV interface.

A basic understanding of pharmacovigilance and/or practical experience is required.

Aims and objectives

The Good Pharmacovigilance Practices Modules (GVP Modules), published and regularly updated by the European Medicines Agency (EMA), set out the standards and measures for the effective fulfilment of pharmacovigilance responsibilities and serve as a key reference for drug safety in Europe.

Refresh and expand your knowledge of GVP in this course and apply what you learn directly in practical workshops. The course covers a broad range of topics, from pharmacovigilance systems in general to key documents such as the PSMF and PSURs, as well as quality and risk management.

Each topic is discussed in direct relation to the relevant GVP Modules, ensuring that all modules, including annexes, are thoroughly covered.

Your benefit

This online course will

  • provide a comprehensive overview of all GVP modules.
  • enable you to identify, collect and evaluate adverse events and adverse drug reactions.
  • help you understand the structure and content of the PSMF, DSUR/PSUR and RMP.
  • strengthen your ability to apply risk management methods in practice.
  • provide practical experience through interactive workshops and help you prepare effectively for audits and inspections.

Detailed programme

Both days: 09:00-17:00 CET
You can join 30 min before the course starts

08:45 - 09:00

Technical warm-up
You are welcome to log in a little earlier to test your audio and video equipment before the event begins.

09:00

FORUM

Start of course: Welcome and introduction

09:15

Dr Stefan Zohmann

The pharmacovigilance system - definitions, parties and legislation
GVP Module I
  • The pharmacovigilance system
  • Authorities
  • Legislation: EU regulations and directives, CIOMS, ICH
  • GVP modules - structure and content

10:00

Anika Staack

Roles and responsibilities in PV
GVP Module l
  • EU QPPV
  • Local QPPVs
  • Other responsibilities

10:45 - 11:00 Coffee break


11:00

Dr Stefan Zohmann

Pharmacovigilance system master file (PSMF)
GVP Module II
  • General information
  • Structure
  • Specific content

11:45

Anika Staack

Adverse drug reactions
GVP Module VI
  • Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs)
  • Procedures
  • Special cases
  • Proper follow-up procedures

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch break


13:30

Dr Eva Bauer

Periodic safety update report (PSUR)
GVP Module VII
  • Legal basis and purpose
  • Benefit-risk analysis
  • Structure and content

14:15

Anika Staack

Post-authorisation safety studies (PASS)
GVP Module VII
  • Study protocol
  • Study report
  • Roles and responsibilities in the EU network

15:15 - 15:30 Coffee break


15:30

Dr Stefan Zohmann

Signal management
GVP Module IX
  • Introduction
  • Structures and processes
  • Operation in the EU network

16:00

Anika Staack

Presentation and workshop: Additional monitoring
GVP Module X

17:00 End of Day 1


09:00

Anika Staack, Dr Stefan Zohmann

Day 2 begins: Roundup of day 1

09:15

Dr Stefan Zohmann

The quality system in PV
GVP Module I
  • Overview
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs)
  • Key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)

10:45 - 11:00 Coffee break


11:00

Anika Staack, Dr Stefan Zohmann

Workshop: Suitable key performance indicators (KPIs)
GVP Module I

11:45

Anika Staack, Dr Stefan Zohmann

Workshop: Corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
GVP Module I

12:30 - 13:30 Lunch break


13:30

Dr Stefan Zohmann

Audits and inspections
GVP Modules III and IV
  • Audits
  • Inspections
  • Requirements for pharmaceutical companies
  • Typical findings

14:15

Dr Stefan Zohmann

Workshop: Inspection readiness
GVP Modules III and IV

15:00 - 15:15 Coffee break


15:15

Anika Staack

Risk management
GVP Modules V, XV and XVI, and annexes
  • Risk management system
  • Risk management plan (RMP)
  • Risk minimisation measures (RMMs)
  • Educational materials
  • Safety communication (annex II - templates DHPC and CP DHPC)

16:45

Anika Staack, Dr Stefan Zohmann

Summary, questions and discussion

17:00 End of course


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Technical requirements

You need a reliable Internet connection to take part in our online events. To have the best possible learning experience, we recommend that you use the latest version of the Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome browsers. You will need a headset, loudspeaker or telephone to play the audio. Further information is available here. Please check beforehand that your microphone or headset and camera are working properly. Do not access our services from a VPN since there are issues with the audio over such connections.

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.

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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Testimonials

All three speaker very knowledegable in their field of expertise and the topics, they presented. Mr. Zohmann and Ms. Staak provided for all topics their insights and practical approach, which is very helpful for daily PV business.

Dr. Nicole Leib

Fresenius Kabi Deutschland GmbH

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Fantastic 2 days of GVP-training with a lot of insights and full of content.

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Very well organized and overall an excellent training.

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