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    Regulatory Affairs Courses

    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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    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Regulatory Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Personally Identifiable Information, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Privacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Data Security, Health Information Management, Culture Transformation, Operational Risk, Disciplinary Procedures, Internal Communications, Risk Management, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of California San Diego

      Drug Development Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Sales Strategy, Pharmacology, Intellectual Property, Strategic Partnership, Regulatory Affairs, Bioinformatics, Laboratory Research, New Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Dynamics, Business Development, Chemistry, Business Strategy, Portfolio Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Good Manufacturing Practices, Public Health, Scientific Methods

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      O

      Olay

      Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science

      Skills you'll gain: Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Good Manufacturing Practices, Supplier Quality Management, Statistical Process Controls, Regulatory Affairs, Standard Operating Procedure, Safety Assurance, Product Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Packaging and Labeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of California San Diego

      Drug Development

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Patient Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Corporate Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Financial Controls, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Business Reporting, Financial Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      222 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Training, Occupational Safety And Health, Health And Safety Standards, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Culture, Job Safety Analysis, Labor Law

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      U

      University of Glasgow

      Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Regulatory Compliance, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Trials, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Research, Pharmacology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Operations, AI Personalization

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Preview
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      Vanderbilt University

      Data Management for Clinical Research

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Sharing, Data Capture, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Data Strategy, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      English for Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Grammar, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Professionalism, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Business Writing, Professional Networking, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Clinical Trials Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Sample Size Determination, Clinical Research, Data Quality, Healthcare Ethics, Statistical Reporting, Data Entry, Data Management, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Assurance, Data Sharing, Medical Privacy, Science and Research, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Medical Science and Research, Data Collection, Biostatistics, Personally Identifiable Information

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      522 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Novartis

      Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Healthcare Ethics, Pharmaceuticals, Record Keeping, Medical Science and Research, Patient Registration, Document Management, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Education And Counseling, Medical Privacy, Patient Safety, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      566 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Regulatory Compliance: University of Pennsylvania
    • Drug Development Product Management: University of California San Diego
    • Understanding Food Regulations & Food Labeling: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science: Olay
    • Drug Development: University of California San Diego
    • Corporate Governance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to OSHA: Safety Standards and Compliance: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to the Pharmaceutical Industry: University of Glasgow
    • Data Management for Clinical Research: Vanderbilt University
    • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania

    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. You can start learning regulatory affairs skills on Coursera for free in two ways:

    • Preview the first module of many regulatory affairs courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
    • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

    If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in regulatory affairs, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can 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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