AI is no longer a future possibility in pharma - it's here. From streamlining SOPs and predicting deviations to strengthening audits and accelerating batch release, organisations across the industry are already using AI to work smarter and more compliantly.
But with opportunity comes risk. How do you adopt AI without increasing compliance exposure? How do you prepare for regulatory scrutiny around AI in manufacturing and quality? And how do you identify quick wins that build confidence without overwhelming your teams?
This practical two-day course, delivered in partnership with Martin Lush, answers all of these questions. Grounded in real-world insights from 25+ pharmaceutical companies actively using AI, it gives you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to harness AI in your role, whether you're in QA, operations, auditing, or regulatory affairs.
You'll leave with a personalised 30/60/90-day AI action plan, ready to implement from day one.
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This course can be tailored and delivered in-house for your organisation. Contact us to discuss your needs.
This course is designed for pharmaceutical professionals who want to understand how AI can enhance their role and their organisation's performance, including:
No prior technical knowledge is required. This course is designed for pharma professionals, not data scientists.
AI is the most significant operational opportunity in pharma in a generation, but only if it's adopted safely and compliantly. This course delivers:
100% recommendation rate: Every previous delegate would recommend this course to a colleague
Pharma-specific, not generic: Built on insights from 25+ pharma companies already using AI
Immediately actionable: Leave with tools, templates, and a 30/60/90 day plan
Post-course support: Free 1:1 consultation after the course
Attended by regulators: Regulatory inspectors have attended, reflecting the credibility and relevance of the content
The course covers the below topics. All sessions have practical learning exercises to help reinforce new skills and allow delegates to apply the techniques.
Module 1: AI Demystified for Pharma
Understand AI, machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI — in plain language
Learn what AI does well (and can be trusted) and where it falls short
Master prompt engineering for better, faster results
Navigate EU and US regulatory expectations for AI in pharma
Build internal governance policies to prevent AI misuse
Module 2: AI for Compliance and Efficiency
Simplify SOPs and policies for better compliance
Streamline batch records and product release processes
Predict and prevent deviations to reduce human error
Improve CAPA effectiveness and cut repeat deviations
Prioritise high-impact change controls using AI
Module 3: AI for Audit Readiness and Risk Reduction
Strengthen internal audits and self-inspections with AI tools
Learn how to audit AI systems for compliance
Prepare for regulatory scrutiny around AI in manufacturing and quality
Module 4: Implementing AI in Your Organisation
Upskill teams to work confidently with AI
Identify quick wins that encourage adoption and build momentum
Integrate AI without increasing compliance risk
Know the right questions to ask when purchasing AI applications
Module 5: AI for Personal Development
Enhance your critical thinking and decision-making with AI
Improve team collaboration and written communication
By the end of this course, you will:
Understand the fundamentals of AI, machine learning, and generative AI and how they apply to pharmaceutical operations
Know how to use AI to improve compliance, streamline processes, and reduce risk
Be able to identify and prioritise AI quick wins for your organisation
Understand the regulatory landscape for AI in pharma (EU and US expectations)
Know how to audit AI systems and prepare for regulatory scrutiny
Be equipped to build internal AI governance policies
Leave with a personalised 30/60/90-day action plan ready to implement
Learn from the best in the industry. Our diverse team of highly experienced subject matter experts are passionate about sharing their knowledge with you.
If you have any questions about this course we have answered some of the most common ones below. If you still aren't finding what you're looking for you can contact our team here.
| Yes, our AI programme can be delivered in-house for your organisation. This can be arranged as an on-site course at your premises, or as a virtual tutor-led in-house course. Please see our In-house Training page for details. |
| Places will be available for you to book unless it states ‘Full’ next to your chosen course date. When this occurs, we operate a waiting list service. |
| Yes, we welcome bookings from self-sponsoring individuals. Once your booking has come through to us, we will ask you to complete a new customer form and provide a scanned copy of your photographic ID so that we can raise an account for you on our systems. |
| You will need to first register yourself on our booking system by selecting the AI in Pharma course date that you wish to book your colleagues onto, then: - Add the number of people you wish to book onto the course - Register yourself as the booker and complete the fields accordingly - Add the details of those you wish to book for - Complete your order. |
| You will receive an automated email confirming your booking details for the AI in Pharma course. 10 days before the start date, if the course is confirmed to run, you will receive another email including the final course details. If the course is to be held virtually, the online registration and joining instructions will also be included. |
Yes, this AI in Pharma course is currently only available in-person.
For our in-person courses, refreshments are available from 08.30am, for a 09:00am start. The standard finish time is 17:00pm, though some courses will finish slightly earlier or later.
Please review your course confirmation email to double check the exact start time of your specific course. If you need an exact finishing time to allow for travel arrangements, please contact us via trainingsales@rssl.com or +44 (0)118 918 4000.
| Your invoice will be sent approximately 30 days prior to the course start date. If you are a new customer to RSSL, shortly after we receive your booking, you will be asked to complete a New Customer Form so that an account can be created for you on our finance system. |
| Yes, companies wishing to book multiple employees on one of our standard training courses (excluding IRCA Lead Auditor courses) can benefit from our group booking discount. This discount is only applicable to bookings made for the same course on the same date. Please contact trainingsales@rssl.com with your requirements and we will be happy to provide more information on the best deal available for you. |
| Yes, we offer NHS Trusts a 20% discount on ALL our courses, including our Qualified Person training programme. When booking your course/s enter 'NHS' in the discount code field so that your discount can be applied on your invoice. Please note that the NHS discount code is only valid when the booker uses a NHS email address and billing address. |
| Yes, certificates of attendance are issued after we have received payment in full for the course. If you have not received your certificate, please contact your own finance department to confirm if they have sent payment to us. All certificates are issued electronically by email. |
| Yes, we are more than happy to welcome delegates from all over the world. All we request is that you have a good understanding of written and spoken English so that you can get the most out of the course. If you wish to attend an in-person course, please also check any visa requirements and await RSSL's full course confirmation before booking your travel to the UK. |
| Our classroom courses are fully catered, and we provide all refreshments. If you have any special dietary requirements, please enter these into the ‘dietary requirements’ field when creating your account. |
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As scientists ourselves, we’re passionate about collaboration and sharing our expertise to nurture the next generation. By helping them to develop and fulfil their potential, we can tackle 21st-century pharmaceutical scientific challenges more effectively.
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