E-DRUG: Additional Version IDA Solutions Training on Managing Drug Supply in Developing Countries - March 2009
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IDA Solutions is pleased to announce the English edition of the Managing Drug Supply course organized in the Netherlands in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO).
Please note: this concerns an additional version. Another edition of this same training will take place in November 2009.
Managing Drug Supply in Developing Countries
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
9 - 20 March 2009
Date of arrival: March 9th
Date of departure: March 21st
Course objectives
* To expose participants to modern management techniques of medicines and medical supplies’ supply systems and demonstrate how they can be applied to participants own work settings.
* To provide practical tools to decision makers in essential drugs programs to improve their level of performance
* To encourage the exchange of views and experiences between senior officers and decision makers
Major topics include:
- Drug Policy and Regulation
- Selection and Quantification of Drugs
- Procurement Methods and Strategies
- Quality Assurance
- Financing Drug Supply
- Stores Management
- Inventory Control
- Distribution Strategies
- Indicator-based Assessments and Drug Management Information Systems
Course audience
The course is specially aimed at pharmacists, physicians, senior health system managers and technical assistance professionals from governmental and non-governmental organizations.
About the instructors
The course is organized and facilitated by IDA Solutions in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) technical staff.
IDA Solutions is a not-for-profit organization that specializes in pharmaceutical supply chain management in developing countries. For over 10 years, we have regularly offered courses in Managing Drug Supply in Developing Countries in close collaboration with our partners.
The broad experience of IDA Solutions staff in pharmaceutical management support and the policy leadership of the World Health Organization (WHO) in essential drug programs and quality assurance, make this course a unique opportunity for participants to enhance their knowledge and skills in managing drug supply at all levels.
Course Dates
9 - 20 March 2009
Hotel check-in: Monday March 9 afternoon
Hotel check-out: Saturday March 21 morning
Course Fees and Costs
The total fee of €3.950 includes:
* Tuition fee (including course materials)
* Transfer to and from Amsterdam International airport (on March 9 and March 21 only)
* Hotel accommodation (single occupancy) for the duration of the course
* Three meals a day
* Coffee and tea during course breaks
In addition to this fee, each participant requires an allowance to cover personal expenses.
Registration and Information
Please note that strong English language skills are necessary to take part in this course.
Space is limited. Registration is on a first-come, first served basis.
Applications and fees must be received as soon as possible and at the latest before the February 9th, 2009.
For a copy of the application form, please visit our website:
http://www.idasolutions.org/index.php?p=training_agenda
or contact:
IDA Solutions
Training Department
training@idasolutions.org
Phone: +31 348 489 630 or +31 348 489 643/646
Fax : +31 348 489 659