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Applied Clinical Research
General
Program Title
Applied Clinical Research
Degree Designation
MS
Award Type
Masters
Program Level
Graduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
The Master of Science in Applied Clinical Research program provides students with the tools and competencies required to design, conduct, evaluate, and report human clinical trials. Graduates will understand the use of clinical evidence on the general population. They will accelerate their development, whether a new clinical research professional or a developing clinical research leader.
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Status
Active
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
Bachelors Degree
Required GPA for graduation
3
Number of credits in program
34-38
Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Explain the scientific and regulatory components involved in designing, developing, and using medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and combination products.
Outcome
Describe the history of ethics, human protections, standards, and regulations in clinical research.
Outcome
Apply the principles of evidence-based medicine in clinical research strategy, design, execution, and utilization.
Outcome
Describe the key components of a clinical development plan and contemporary clinical research operations, including study management and site management.
Outcome
Explain the responsibilities and working relationship between the key stakeholders in clinical research, including sponsors, investigators, and regulatory bodies.
Outcome
Describe the basic concepts of data management, including data acquisition, source verification, quality control, database management, and data analysis.
Outcome
Demonstrate effective professional oral and written communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Outcome
Describe the principles of effective leadership, including the importance of diversity in clinical research.
Degree Maps or Program Completion Plans
Major Code
8150
Program Code
8023