Pharmacy Academy

Overview

The Pharmacy Academy is an institute of the African Pharmaceutical Network (APN) that focuses on pharmaceutical sciences and practice with an aim of training market-ready, fit-for-purpose professionals for Africa’s pharmaceutical future.

With a mission to bridge the skills gap in transforming Africa’s pharmaceutical value chain, we:

Offer professional development courses on core technical skills required in the pharmaceutical sector.
Facilitate corporate trainings and workshops for technical professionals on business fundamentals of key technical functions in line with business priorities.
Facilitate industry thought leadership and discussions to seed new perspectives for practice and policy change.

Cognizant of the gaps in workforce development in Africa’s pharmaceutical industry, we offer trainings with the aim of:

Upskilling and nurturing pharmaceutical talent in Africa for growth of the sector.
Bridging the gap between technical pharmaceutical practice and the business imperatives of professional practice in the pharmaceutical industry.

Our Structure

Why choose Us?

Market Relevance

Our faculty and course instructors are practicing professionals in the respective sectors and therefore you learn what’s happening in the market as it it happens. We use real-world examples and cases to enrich the learning experience.

Professional Networking

We acknowledge that beyond technical skills, careers are built on professional networking and access to the right networks. We host and facilitate networking programmes with industry leaders across different sectors to enrich your learning experience.

APN Pharmacy Academy and Professional Development

Career Support

Equipped with the right skills, you need to be prepared for recruitment. We offer support to you in your recruitment journey through CV reviews, recruitment support, career sessions and career coaching services.

Our Alumni

"The Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety Course by APN provided me with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills to significantly enhance patient safety in healthcare."

"The Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety course by APN has been seamless, engaging, and expertly delivered, equipping me with invaluable skills to advance my career and contribute to safer patient care—highly recommended for pharmacists seeking to enhance their expertise."

"APN's Regulatory Affairs Training transformed my limited understanding into in-depth knowledge, offering practical insights, expert mentorship, and invaluable industry connections—truly a worthwhile investment for anyone pursuing a career in regulatory affairs."

"APN's Supply Chain Management programme provided practical, hands-on training that seamlessly blended theory with real-world applications, boosting my confidence and skills in pharmaceutical supply chain management—thank you, APN!"

"The training enhanced my regulatory affairs skills, was informative, and eye-opening, especially on regulatory systems in Africa. I've gained valuable insights and look forward to advancing my career."

"APN's Regulatory Affairs Training offers unmatched industry insights from experienced facilitators and guest speakers, revealing the vast scope of regulatory affairs and its impact on the pharmaceutical and health sectors—highly recommended for anyone exploring this field!"