This course is also available to attend in-person.
When: 27 - 29 January 2026
Where: Online
Day 1 start time: TBC | Day 3 end time: TBC
CPD: CPD hours upon successful completion TBC
Who should attend
This course is ideal for:
- Students of the TOPRA MSc programme
- Regulatory affairs professionals from the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries seeking practical knowledge of regional frameworks and approvals within MENA markets
- Professionals from allied sectors looking to understand MENA regulatory systems and their global context
What you'll learn
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Evaluate key regulatory requirements and procedures governing drug development, clinical trials, and marketing authorisation in the MENA region
- Provide informed advice on regulatory strategies and compliance across different MENA markets
- Apply critical understanding to assess regional challenges and emerging research in regulatory affairs
Course overview
Understanding the regulatory landscape across the Middle East and North Africa is essential for supporting successful drug development and market access in the region. This course explores the evolving regulatory systems, requirements for clinical trials and marketing authorisations, and the roles of regional authorities. Through case studies and debates, participants will evaluate practical challenges and emerging trends, gaining insights to support effective regulatory strategies in MENA and align them with global regulatory expectations.
Course presenters
TOPRA Masterclasses are developed and delivered by a faculty of expert speakers from relevant industry, agencies, notified bodies and other stakeholders, and are validated by the University of Hertfordshire.
Pricing
| Standard training course registration fees |
| Event Registration Type |
Price (GBP) |
Standard Price
TOPRA Member |
£1,750.00 + VAT* |
Standard Price
Non-member |
£2,450.00 + VAT* |
Those working for regulatory or government agencies, academic institutions, charities, patient groups, emerging markets, and MSEs (Micro and Small Enterprises) can also access discounted rates by becoming a TOPRA member. For more information about the discounts available, please email meetings@topra.org before making your booking.
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Terms and conditions
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