PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Global Clinical Research: The Process from Start to Finish

Play an active role in improving patient care worldwide.

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After completing the course, you will be able to:

After completing the course, you will be able to:

  1. Understand key terms and concepts of clinical research

  2. Describe core ethical principles that ensure the rights and safety of human subjects are protected

  3. Understand the main principles and practices in clinical trials from a global perspective

  4. Determine key factors that trigger a protocol amendment

  5. Apply new knowledge and skills to thrive in a highly controlled, regulated environment

  6. Earn a credential certifying completion from the University of Chicago and become part of the UChicago network

Course Modules

Our Approach to Online Learning

Our Global Clinical Research course provides a complete overview of the clinical trial process, from study start to trial closeout.

Flexible

Make the most of your time with a modality that lets you study and complete coursework at your own pace. If you are unable to attend webinars or live sessions, you can access them later.

Interactive

Our interactive content includes videos from instructors at the University of Chicago and visual and graphic materials that provide real-life examples.

Personalized

The instructional assistant—a subject matter expert—will accompany you on your journey through the content, answering your questions and providing feedback on your work.

Meet Your Instructor

UCH Faculty Lauren Wall
Lauren Wall, MSc

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

Unique Program Features

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Live Sessions
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World-Class Instructors
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Hands-On Learning
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International Networking

This course is an excellent fit for

  • Physicians who wish to manage clinical research-related processes

  • Project managers who seek to acquire the skills they need to work in the field of clinical research

  • Scientific and technical practitioners who want to comprehend the clinical research process

  • Specialists, technicians, and researchers seeking updated knowledge for high-impact projects

Student Feedback

"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 responding to your queries."
Joydeep Ghatak
MIT Media Lab
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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 g...
Luma Mahairi
Clinical Pharmacy
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