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💊 Pharmacovigilance

Drug Safety. Patient First.

5000+ Students Trained
92% Placement Rate
4.9★ Student Rating
100+ Hiring Partners
10+ Years Excellence

What is Pharmacovigilance?

Pharmacovigilance (PV) is the science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects or any other drug-related problems. It is the global safeguard that ensures medicines remain safe for patients long after they hit the market.

Every approved drug continues to be monitored throughout its entire lifecycle. PV professionals are the critical link between patient safety reports, regulatory agencies, and pharmaceutical companies — ensuring that risks are identified early and action is taken swiftly. The stakes could not be higher: lives depend on this work.

The global pharmacovigilance market is projected to reach over $12 billion by 2030, driven by tightening regulatory requirements, increasing drug approvals, and expanding access to medicines in emerging markets. India, with its massive generic pharma base, is a major hub for PV operations.

CodEvo's Pharmacovigilance Training Program is designed and delivered by working PV professionals with direct experience in drug safety databases, ICSR processing, signal detection, and regulatory submissions. You will graduate job-ready — not just certificate-ready.

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Drug Safety Science
PV sits at the heart of public health — detecting adverse drug reactions before they become crises and protecting millions of patients worldwide.
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Safety Database Proficiency
Hands-on training in Oracle Argus Safety and ARISg — the two dominant safety databases used across CROs and pharma companies globally.
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Signal Detection & Risk Management
Learn to identify safety signals from large datasets, apply disproportionality analysis, and contribute to Risk Management Plans (RMPs).
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Career-Ready from Day One
Dedicated placement cell, resume coaching, mock PV interviews, and direct introductions to our network of 100+ pharmaceutical and CRO hiring partners.

Your Journey from Enrollment to Placement

A structured, mentor-guided path that takes you from foundational drug safety knowledge to a placed PV professional.

1
Enroll & Orientation
Select your learning mode, meet your PV mentors, and access the course portal, datasets, and reading materials.
2
Core PV Foundations
Study drug development basics, adverse event terminology, regulatory frameworks (ICH-E2A/E2B/E2C), and WHO-UMC guidelines.
3
Hands-On Practice
Work inside Oracle Argus Safety and ARISg demos, process real ICSRs, perform MedDRA coding, and generate PSURs under mentorship.
4
Capstone Project
Execute a complete end-to-end PV simulation: case intake, triage, coding, database entry, signal detection, and report writing.
5
Certify & Get Placed
Earn the CodEvo PV Certificate and receive focused placement assistance with our 100+ pharmaceutical and CRO hiring partners.

Comprehensive Syllabus — 12 Modules

Every module is crafted and reviewed by practising pharmacovigilance professionals from the pharmaceutical and CRO industry.

01
Introduction to Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance
  • Definition, history, and scope of pharmacovigilance
  • Why drug safety matters — thalidomide, Vioxx, and global lessons
  • Drug development lifecycle and post-marketing surveillance
  • Roles and responsibilities in PV — MAH, CRO, regulator
  • Global regulatory landscape: FDA, EMA, MHRA, CDSCO
⏱ 1.5 Weeks
02
Adverse Event Terminology & Classification
  • Adverse event (AE) vs adverse drug reaction (ADR)
  • Seriousness, severity, and expectedness criteria
  • CTCAE grading and WHO toxicity scales
  • Special situations: overdose, abuse, misuse, medication error
  • Causality assessment methods: WHO-UMC, Naranjo scale
⏱ 1.5 Weeks
03
ICH Guidelines: E2A, E2B, E2C, E2D, E2E, E2F
  • ICH-E2A: expedited reporting definitions and timelines
  • ICH-E2B(R3): ICSR data elements and electronic submission
  • ICH-E2C: periodic benefit-risk evaluation report (PBRER)
  • ICH-E2D: post-approval safety data management
  • ICH-E2E: pharmacovigilance planning (REMS / RMP)
⏱ 2 Weeks
04
Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) Processing
  • ICSR sources: spontaneous, clinical trials, literature, solicited
  • Case intake, triage, and duplicate checking
  • Valid case criteria — four elements
  • Narrative writing best practices and regulatory expectations
  • Expedited (7-day, 15-day) and periodic reporting timelines
⏱ 2 Weeks
05
MedDRA Coding & WHO Drug Dictionary
  • MedDRA hierarchy: SOC, HLGT, HLT, PT, LLT
  • Coding adverse events, indications, and medical history
  • Correct coding conventions and common pitfalls
  • WHO Drug Dictionary — ATC classification, INN coding
  • Coding QC and reconciliation with medical reviewers
⏱ 2 Weeks
06
Safety Databases: Oracle Argus & ARISg
  • Oracle Argus Safety — architecture, modules, and user roles
  • Case entry, workflow management, and follow-up processing
  • ARISg (formerly Relsys / ArisGlobal) — navigation and case handling
  • Database configuration and product/study dictionaries
  • Practical exercises in live demo environments
⏱ 3 Weeks
07
Periodic Safety Reports: PSUR, PBRER & PADER
  • PSUR / PBRER structure and ICH-E2C(R2) requirements
  • Periodic Adverse Drug Experience Report (PADER) for FDA
  • Data lock point, data analysis, and cumulative summaries
  • Benefit-risk evaluation framework and conclusions
  • EMA PSUR Assessment and Single Assessment Procedure (PSUSA)
⏱ 2 Weeks
08
Signal Detection & Management
  • Definition of a safety signal and signal sources
  • Quantitative signal detection — PRR, ROR, EBGM methods
  • FDA FAERS and EudraVigilance signal mining
  • Signal validation, prioritisation, and assessment
  • Signal management workflow and regulatory communication
⏱ 2 Weeks
09
Risk Management Plans (RMP) & REMS
  • EU Risk Management Plan (RMP) — structure and modules
  • Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) — FDA
  • Pharmacovigilance system master file (PSMF)
  • Routine and additional risk minimisation measures
  • RMP updates, assessment reports, and post-marketing commitments
⏱ 1.5 Weeks
10
Clinical Trial PV: SAE Reporting & Monitoring
  • PV in clinical trials vs post-marketing setting
  • SAE reporting obligations for investigators and sponsors
  • SUSAR (Suspected Unexpected SAR) reporting timelines
  • Development Safety Update Report (DSUR) — ICH-E2F
  • Safety monitoring committees (DSMB/DMC) and unblinding
⏱ 2 Weeks
11
Regulatory Submissions & Global PV Requirements
  • FDA MedWatch, VAERS, and eMDR submission systems
  • EudraVigilance — EVWEB and E2B(R3) submissions
  • VIGIFLOW and WHO global ICSR reporting
  • CDSCO PV requirements for India pharma companies
  • Inspection readiness and audit preparation for PV systems
⏱ 2 Weeks
12
Capstone Project & Interview Preparation
  • End-to-end mock PV case: intake to regulatory submission
  • PSUR mini-report writing exercise
  • Portfolio building and LinkedIn profile for PV roles
  • PV interview Q&A — 60+ commonly asked questions
  • Mock interviews with practising PV professionals
⏱ 3 Weeks

Industry-Standard Software You Will Master

You will train on the exact platforms used daily inside CROs and pharmaceutical drug safety departments around the world.

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Oracle Argus Safety
The most widely used safety database globally — case processing, workflow management, regulatory reporting
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ARISg (ArisGlobal)
End-to-end drug safety platform for ICSR processing, signal detection, and periodic report authoring
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MedDRA Browser
Standardised medical terminology for adverse events — mandatory for all FDA, EMA, and ICH submissions
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WHO Drug Dictionary
International drug coding standard using INN and ATC classification for all concurrent medications
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EudraVigilance / EVWEB
EMA's European database for adverse drug reactions — E2B(R3) electronic reporting to the EU network
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FDA FAERS & MedWatch
FDA Adverse Event Reporting System — spontaneous case submissions and signal mining for the US market
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Signal Detection Tools
Disproportionality analysis methods — PRR, ROR, EBGM — using public FAERS and EV databases
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VIGIFLOW / VigiBase
WHO global ICSR database — the world's largest pharmacovigilance repository used by 130+ member countries

Regulatory Frameworks Covered in Depth

Global drug safety is governed by a complex web of guidelines. Our program ensures you can navigate every major framework with confidence.

FDA — USA

21 CFR Parts 310, 312, 314, 600

US federal regulations governing post-marketing adverse event reporting, IND safety reports, and NDA/BLA periodic submissions. Covers MedWatch form 3500A, FAERS submissions, and REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) requirements for high-risk products.

International

ICH-E2A through E2F Guidelines

The complete ICH safety guideline series — covering expedited reporting (E2A), electronic ICSR format (E2B), periodic reporting (E2C), post-approval data management (E2D), PV planning (E2E), and development safety updates (E2F). The backbone of global PV practice.

EMA — Europe

EU PV Legislation & GVP Modules

The European Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) guidelines consist of 16 modules covering PSMF, signal management, PSUR, RMP, and post-authorisation safety studies. Compulsory knowledge for anyone working on EU-marketed products.

India

CDSCO & PvPI Requirements

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI) framework, including Schedule Y reporting requirements, AMCs (Adverse Drug Monitoring Centres), and India-specific ICSR obligations for MAHs.

WHO

WHO-UMC Causality & VigiBase

The World Health Organisation's Uppsala Monitoring Centre (WHO-UMC) causality assessment system, VIGIFLOW reporting, and the VigiBase global ICSR repository. Fundamental to understanding international pharmacovigilance in resource-limited settings.

Quality

PSMF, SOP Development & Audits

The Pharmacovigilance System Master File is the cornerstone EU documentation requirement for MAHs. Covers SOP writing for PV processes, audit and inspection readiness, CAPA management, and quality oversight metrics for a compliant PV system.

Roles You Can Pursue After This Program

Our graduates go on to work across the entire drug safety ecosystem — from boutique PV service providers to the largest global pharmaceutical companies.

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Drug Safety Associate (DSA)
₹3L – ₹6L per annum (Entry)
ICSR intake, MedDRA coding, case triage, database entry
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Pharmacovigilance Scientist
₹6L – ₹12L per annum
Signal detection, PSUR authoring, benefit-risk assessment
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Safety Surveillance Manager
₹12L – ₹22L per annum
Team oversight, regulatory submissions, audit management
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Medical Information Specialist
₹4.5L – ₹9L per annum
Responding to HCP queries, product information management
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Regulatory Affairs PV Specialist
₹6L – ₹16L per annum
REMS/RMP submissions, label updates, regulatory liaison

India's PV Industry Is Growing Fast

India is home to over 3,000 pharmaceutical manufacturers and accounts for 20% of global generic drug exports. With CDSCO tightening PV regulations and global pharma companies expanding their India operations, trained PV professionals are in urgent demand across Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

Drug Safety AssociatesVery High
PV Scientists / AnalystsHigh
Signal Detection SpecialistsHigh
Regulatory Affairs PVModerate–High
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Who Should Enroll?

This program is open to anyone with a life science background who wants to build a meaningful career in drug safety and patient protection.

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Fresh Graduates
B.Pharm, M.Pharm, MBBS, BDS, B.Sc/M.Sc Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Nursing graduates eager to enter clinical research and drug safety.
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Working Professionals
Pharma, hospital, or clinical research professionals who want to transition into PV operations, safety reporting, or regulatory affairs at a CRO or MAH.
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Career Changers
Nurses, medical writers, clinical data associates, or lab scientists looking to pivot into drug safety — one of the most stable and growing career tracks in pharma.
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Corporate Teams
Pharmaceutical companies and CROs seeking to train or upskill existing drug safety staff with structured, ICH-aligned, certificate-bearing PV training.

The CodEvo Advantage

What makes our Pharmacovigilance program stand apart from every other PV course available in India.

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PV-Practitioner-Built Curriculum
Every module is written by professionals who have processed thousands of ICSRs, authored PSURs, and prepared for regulatory inspections in real pharmaceutical environments.
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Live Safety Database Access
You will work inside Oracle Argus Safety and ARISg demo environments — the actual platforms used by CROs globally — gaining genuine hands-on experience that most courses only simulate.
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Real ICSR Case Files
Practice processing anonymised real-world case reports, writing narratives, and making triage decisions under the same time pressures found in live safety operations.
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Mentor-Driven Learning
Small cohort sizes mean every student has direct access to their mentor throughout the program — weekly doubt sessions, 1-on-1 feedback, and personalised career guidance.
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Industry-Recognised Certificate
The CodEvo PV Certificate is acknowledged by hiring managers at leading CROs and pharma companies as a genuine signal of practical PV competence — not just theoretical knowledge.
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Dedicated Placement Cell
Our placement team actively connects graduates with 100+ hiring partners — handling resume reviews, LinkedIn optimisation, mock interviews, and direct HR introductions for PV roles.

Quick Course Overview

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Duration
2 to 4 Months (Flexible Pacing)
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Learning Mode
Online, Offline & Hybrid
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Eligibility
B.Pharm, M.Pharm, MBBS, B.Sc / M.Sc Life Sciences
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Certification
CodEvo Pharmacovigilance Certificate
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Modules
12 Structured Modules + Capstone Project
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Batch Size
Small Cohorts for Personalised Attention
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Language
English (Regional support available)
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Placement Support
100+ Hiring Partners — 92% Placement Rate

Ready to Launch Your Drug Safety Career?

Enroll in CodEvo's Pharmacovigilance program and step into one of the most impactful careers in medicine — protecting patients, shaping regulations, and driving global drug safety.

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