This course provides an understanding of the interrelated activities throughout the drug development cycle, and is designed for anyone interested in learning how drugs are developed, manufactured and subsequently brought to market. This course serves as an introduction to the drug development process and will familiarize participants with the steps involved in developing a drug from discovery to commercialization. Included is an overview of the regulatory and pre-marketing steps that occur to ensure a successful launch. Additionally, this course covers sales planning and the commercialization decisions that affect the development of the drug.