Global Benchmarking Tool for Assessors
Type
Course
Location
Web-based
Duration
1 Hours
Programme Area
Other
Price
$0.00
Event Focal Point Email
globalhealth@unitar.org
Registration
Public – by registration
Mode of Delivery
E-learning
Language(s)
English
Pillar
The Defeat NCD Partnership
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This course is meant to enhance the quality of benchmarking outputs by providing the basis of harmonizing approaches among assessors using the GBT (Global Benchmarking Tool) to benchmark regulatory authorities.
- Contextualise the WHO benchmarking activities;
- Describe the Regulatory Systems Strengthening programme and its key activities;
- Acknowledge the benchmarking process and its steps;
- Review the structure of the Global Benchmarking Tool;
- Interpret the scoring system and apply it accurately;
- Use the computerised GBT effectively;
- Perform root cause analysis by applying the general principles of risk-based approach;
- Draft effective reports and present results;
- Explain the importance of enhancing soft skills to manage benchmarking activities, and conduct interviews.
This training is developed for WHO assessors using the Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) to benchmark Regulatory Authorities. In line with numerous inputs received during the development process of the GBT on the need of enhancing the benchmarking process in terms of consistency and reliability, the WHO Regulatory System Strengthening (RSS) team developed a number of documents and mechanisms, aimed at enabling the harmonization of approaches and the reliability of benchmarking outcomes.
Approximate course duration: 3.5 hours.
Languages
This course is available in the following languages: Français | Español
Content Warning: This course may contain images, videos, and multimedia materials related to healthcare that may include graphic depictions of medical conditions, surgical procedures, and other clinical content. These materials are intended for educational purposes to enhance understanding of real-world medical scenarios and are essential for the comprehensive learning experience.
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The course is targeted to all GBT assessors, independently on their qualification status (experienced/beginner), who are requested to attend this training before being involved in benchmarking related activities.
Assessment & Awards
You will receive a Confirmation of Participation upon completing all the modules in this course. Please note that this award does not serve as a professional qualification.
Other information
Guidance note
The content of this course has been validated, verified, and is owned by the WHO Regulatory Systems Strengthening Unit. This course is not a WHO Academy co-produced course. In case of any concerns or feedback on the course content, please share your feedback in the survey form at the end of this course.
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Produced by the WHO Regulatory Systems Strengthening Unit.