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    Regulatory affairs courses can help you learn how to navigate laws, guidelines, and approval processes that govern healthcare products, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.

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    Find the Best Regulatory Affairs Course for Your Goals

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Drug Utilization: Trends, Determinants and Consequences

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Prescription, Pharmacology, Health Policy, Clinical Research, Patient Education And Counseling, Research Design, Epidemiology, Trend Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Key Enablers and Challenges in Implementing Industry 4.0

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Process Optimization, Process Improvement, Workforce Development, Change Management, Manufacturing Operations, Innovation, Workforce Planning, Technology Strategies, Data Security, Employee Training, Digital Transformation, Business Technologies, Internet Of Things, Supply Chain Management, Compliance Management, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Architecture, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الاقتصاد المفتوح | The Open Economy

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, Global Marketing, Economics, Economic Development, Public Policies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Intercultural Competence, Market Dynamics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Relaciones internacionales de Asia Oriental

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Diplomacy, Political Sciences, World History, Economic Development, Security Strategy, Policy Analysis, Cultural Diversity, Governance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Artificial Intelligence Industrial Control Systems Security

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Firewall, Governance, Network Protocols, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Branding, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Cultural Diversity, Data Mapping, International Relations, Culture, Storytelling, World History, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Economics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Diplomacy, Leadership, Emergency Response, Governance, Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Justice, Diversity and Inclusion, Decision Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Wind Power Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Control Systems, Emerging Technologies, Engineering Calculations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Fraud Analysts: Improving Detection Efficiency

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, ChatGPT, Data Synthesis, Compliance Management, Compliance Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Threat Detection, Prompt Engineering, Data Pipelines, Applied Machine Learning, Automation, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Artificial Intelligence in Wealth Management

      Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Financial Services, FinTech, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Planning, Investment Management, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      의료기술 및 의료기술평가

      Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Regulatory Affairs, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Cost Benefit Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Policy, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Trials, Stakeholder Management, Payment Systems, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Business Implementation and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Blockchain, Business Continuity, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Data Management, Digital Assets, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, Enterprise Security, Data Security, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies, Distributed Computing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular regulatory affairs courses

    • Drug Utilization: Trends, Determinants and Consequences: Johns Hopkins University
    • Key Enablers and Challenges in Implementing Industry 4.0: Board Infinity
    • الاقتصاد المفتوح | The Open Economy: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Relaciones internacionales de Asia Oriental: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Artificial Intelligence Industrial Control Systems Security: Johns Hopkins University
    • Dénommer le monde : la politique des toponymes: University of Geneva
    • Conflict Resolution, Negotiations and Crisis Management: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Wind Power Generation: L&T EduTech
    • GenAI for Fraud Analysts: Improving Detection Efficiency: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Artificial Intelligence in Wealth Management : University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Why Learn Regulatory Affairs?

    Regulatory affairs ensures that products like medications, medical devices, and biologics meet safety, efficacy, and compliance standards before reaching the market. It plays a critical role in aligning innovation with public health regulations. Learning regulatory affairs can help you understand approval pathways, manage documentation, and support global compliance in health-related industries.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Regulatory Affairs

    Popular options include Regulatory Compliance from the University of Pennsylvania, and Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science from Olay, which touch on regulatory pathways. While Coursera doesn’t offer a dedicated “regulatory affairs” specialization, many courses integrate essential compliance and policy concepts.‎

    Yes. Many courses relevant to regulatory affairs offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lectures and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn about the approval process for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or food products; how to navigate regional and global regulations; and how to ensure product safety and efficacy. Courses may also introduce clinical trials, labeling, and post-market surveillance.‎

    Not necessarily. Many courses are designed for general learners and those exploring career options in regulatory affairs. For more technical courses—especially those that touch on drug development or clinical trials—some prior knowledge of biology or health sciences can be helpful.‎

    Yes. Regulatory affairs professionals are essential in ensuring that products meet compliance standards and reach the market safely. Coursera courses can help you build foundational knowledge, prepare for certification, and understand the global regulatory landscape.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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