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Global Clinical Research: The Process from Start to Finish

Acquire a thorough understanding of the clinical trial process from the ground up. Apply this knowledge within a highly controlled and regulated work environment.

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About the Course

The University of Chicago’s eight-week Global Clinical Research: The Process from Start to Finish online program will provide participants with a complete overview of the clinical trial process, from study start-up to trial close-out. Upon completion, you will be able to apply your new knowledge and skills to thrive in a highly controlled and regulated work environment.

You Will Learn To:

  • Understand the clinical trial process from study start-up to trial close-out
  • Define historical events that led to the globalized standardization of research conduct
  • Explain the purpose of the clinical trial protocol and review standards for data collection to ensure quality and integrity throughout a clinical trial
  • Describe the clinical trial process from discovery to implementation, and visualize the timeline of the process
  • Use relevant terms, concepts, and acronyms to effectively communicate with stakeholders
  • Define clinical research and understand the current landscape of the industry
  • Describe core ethical principles that ensure the rights, safety, and protection of human subjects
  • Define the ethical principles that guide the informed consent document and process
  • Understand the role of Data Safety Monitoring Boards (DSMB) and identify regulations that guide them
  • Determine key factors that trigger a protocol amendment
  • After successful completion of this course, participants will receive a credential certified by the University of Chicago. 
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Career Outlook

$

68

k

is the average base pay for a clinical trial associate in the United States. 

Source: Glassdoor 

409

k

is the number of clinical studies registered globally as of March 2022. 

Source: Statista 

$

47

B

is the anticipated value of the global clinical trials market in 2028. 

Source: Grand View Research 

  • Analyst
  • Clinical Operations Director
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Clinical Research Manager
  • Clinical Trial Assistant
  • Clinical Trial Associate
  • Data Manager
  • Drug Safety Associate
  • Research Nurse

Meet Your Instructor

instructor lauren wall

Lauren Wall, MSc

Senior Director, Cancer Clinical Trials Support Office at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center

Lauren Wall has over seventeen years of experience in Hematology/Oncology clinical research operations spanning industry and academic healthcare. She earned her MSc degree in Clinical Research Administration from George Washington University. 

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The University of Chicago Approach to Online Learning

Our online learning programs are crafted with your specific needs in mind. Courses combine e-learning with live, interactive sessions to strengthen your skill set while maximizing your time. We couple academic theory and business knowledge with practical, real-world application. Through online learning sessions, you will have an opportunity to grow your professional network and interact with University of Chicago instructors and your classmates.

What Our Participants Say

Joydeep GhatakMIT Media Lab at Massachusetts Institute of Technology-img-u-chicago

"This is one of the best courses on the fundamentals of clinical trials.The content flow is easy to understand. . Everyone is friendly and prompt in replying to your queries."

Luma MahairiClinical Pharmacy at Enhanced Medication Services-img-U-Chicago

"This is a very enriching and engaging program. The instructors provide great real-life examples of how to best implement the protocols and standards. They share comprehensive explanations of why the guidelines have been established."

“By directly involving students in the challenge of securing the right data and exploring potential solutions, we’re equipping them with the foundational skills required to deliver tangible results to clients.”

Register Now

Are you ready to take a leap forward and immerse yourself in a new learning experience? Register online or schedule a call to request more information. Enroll now and gain valuable knowledge and skills that will boost your career to the next level.