General Information
The training program, known as the Global Training Hub for Biomanufacturing (GTH-B), is a collaborative initiative between the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Health and Welfare of the Republic of South Korea (MoHWK). The primary goal of this program is to address the existing inequity in access to vaccines and biologics in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) by building biomanufacturing capacity within these regions.
The training includes Introductory Course for Biologics Development and Manufacturing and Introductory Course for Standards Practice (GxP).
The training is free of charge, and accommodation and meals (Breakfast/Lunch) are provided during the course days excluding weekends. However, participants are required to cover their own travel expenses (including visa) from/to South Korea.
The objective of the Global Training Hub for Biomanufacturing (GTH-B) is to address the significant inequity in access to vaccines and other biologics faced by Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). The GTH-B aims to achieve this through training programs targeted for LMIC manufacturers.
Eligibility and Application
Individuals who are interested in the program must complete an online application by selecting ‘Apply’ at the top right corner of IVI Online Campus Webiste when it becomes available. The application should include personal information, educational qualifications, current position, work interests, competencies and skills they wish to acquire, and how they plan to apply the acquired skills after returning to their home country/institution. An endorsement from the Director of the applicant’s institution is also required.
Applicants are required to have an educational background in the field of science and
must be citizens or residents in a LMIC with up to 6 years of experience in biomanufacturing industries. For more details, please refer to the Call for applications on each course.
The selection process involves a review of eligible applications by a committee composed of representatives from the MoHWK (Ministry of Health and Welfare in South Korea) and WHO (World Health Organization). The short-listed participants will be notified of the next steps by email.
Program Information (participation, logistics and financial support)
Be advised that only participants who can commit to attending the entire duration of the in-person training will be eligible to participate.
Please be advised that IVI will not cover for your any travel expense for family members. Services provided to participants (e.g. shuttle bus and meals) is limited to selected trainees only, and it is unable to accompany family members to the training events.
No, please update your flight details only on the website for us to prepare the escort service at the airport. You don’t have to resend the information by email.
To confirm your participation, please submit the confirmation form on our website as guided.
There is a restriction on participating in the same course multiple times.
For example, participants who took the 2022 Introductory Course for Standard Practice (GxP) are not eligible for the 2023 version of the same course. However, the applicant is eligible to apply for the 2023 Introductory Course for Biologics Development and Manufacturing which is different course offered within GTH-B program.
No, you are responsible for booking and paying for your own flight tickets. Instead, acommodation and meals (breakfast/lunch) are provided during the course days excluding weekends.
Before your travel to Korea, please determine whether you require a visa from the Korean Embassy in your country of residence. Be advised to apply for a visa at least 3-4 weeks before your intended travel date and request any supporting documents (i.e. invitation letter etc.) to the GTH-B coordinator at least 2 weeks in advance.
Course Details (curriculum and session info)
Although some content may build on information from earlier courses, courses do not need to be taken in a subsequent order. We recommend choosing a course that best fits your field of interest based on your expertise.
Our programs are currently only based in English. Learners will need to have an Intermediate level of English proficiency.
At the end of each session, there will be a 10-minute Q&A session, and all learners are encouraged to participate in the discussion.
For details on the curriculum and course agenda, please refer to the Call for applications. Before training, a timetable will be shared by email.
The training is held in-person in South Korea.
The duration of a training program can vary based on the course. The Introductory Course for Biologics Development and Manufacturing lasts for 2 weeks, while the Introductory Course for Standards Practice (GxP) extends over 3 weeks. The duration of a training program is subject to change in the future.
Please check our Call for applications to find out what course best fits your needs and field of expertise.
Certification and Completion
For a successful certification, participants are required to complete assigned pre-online courses and to meet the minimum attendence requirements. More details will be provided during the orientation session on the first day of training.
Career
Our courses are aimed to provide essential, practical knowledge through an intensive short-term program designed to strengthen participants’ professional capacities in areas with a high demand for qualified expertise. Our programs offer valuable networking opportunities so participants gain the chance to directly connect with experts with various background in similar professional fields.
Pre-online Course
If you’re selected, yes, all selected participants must complete 100% of the pre-online courses before the training to be eligible for the certificate. Ensure that you receive a badge upon finishing each course.
Feedback and Further Information
For any feedback or opinions, kindly contact the GTH-B Coordinator at gthb.coordinator@ivi.int.
For any technical issues, please contact GTH-B Coordinator(gthb.coordinator@ivi.int).
Others
No, If you’ve already created your account, you can continue using the same account for additional training opportunities.
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