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The need for trained clinical research administrators is growing. Walden’s M.S. degree program in Clinical Research Administration provides students with the knowledge and skills required for effective clinical research administration and management, including a detailed understanding of the regulatory environment.
A leading provider of online health education within the United States, Walden has developed an M.S. degree program in Clinical Research Administration that draws on the knowledge and insights of experts in the field, resulting in a curriculum that is fully aligned with the latest practices in clinical research administration and management and that informs students of the regulatory guidelines of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and comparable agencies abroad.
This program offers
- A relevant, comprehensive curriculum—including texts, interactive media, and practical experiences—designed to provide insight into the most recent developments in the clinical research field
- An emphasis on state-of-the-art knowledge of clinical research execution and management through analysis of the day-to-day operations in clinical testing activities
- A practicum to give students hands-on experience in the field
- A capstone that provides an opportunity for students to complete a professional online portfolio showcasing their work
- Active mentoring from Walden faculty members and a range of support services from our staff
Completion Requirements
- 36 semester credits
- Core courses (30 sem. cr.)
- Practicum and capstone (6 sem. cr.)
- Professional Portfolio
- Minimum 3 semester credits per 8-week term enrollment
Estimated time to completion of 2 years. Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call your enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
Walden offers frequent start dates so that you can begin when it’s convenient for you. Next Start Date: January 5. Admission policies vary by program. Call 1-866-492-5336 or apply now.
CurriculumThe program’s courses are delivered in a prescribed sequence.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| Semester 1 | ||
| CLRA 6100 | Introduction to Clinical Research | 3 |
| CLRA 6115 | Pathophysiological Basis of Clinical Research | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CLRA 6130 | Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Considerations in Clinical Investigations | 3 |
| CLRA 6145 | Design and Conduct of the Clinical Protocol | 3 |
| Semester 3 | ||
| CLRA 6160 | Good Clinical Practice (GCP) in Managing and Monitoring Clinical Trials | 3 |
| CLRA 6175 | Biostatistics | 3 |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CLRA 6190 | Information and Data Management | 3 |
| CLRA 6205 | Product Development in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, and Medical Device Industries | 3 |
| Semester 5 | ||
| CLRA 6220 | Health Economics and Financial Management in Clinical Research Administration | 3 |
| CLRA 6235 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| Semester 6 | ||
| CLRA 6550 | Practicum | 3 |
| CLRA 6560 | Capstone | 3 |
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- Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
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