Master of Science Healthcare and Clinical Research

Program Description

Master of Science Healthcare and Clinical Research is an interdisciplinary study program with the right blend of basics of clinical research, pharmacology, clinical trials, biostatistics, drug regulatory affairs and ethics. The program focuses on imparting knowledge and thorough understanding of the basic concepts in clinical trials. It provides multidisciplinary learning with eminent scientists from reputed Pharmaceutical Industries and Academia. The teaching and learning methods used in this program include lectures, tutorials, practical hands-on training, seminars and workshops. In order to attain learning outcomes of the program, assessments require students to integrate theory and apply it to practical aspects of clinical research.

Program Educational Objectives:

To develop knowledge and skilled professionals to perform clinical Trials, at multi-centric destinations in India and abroad

To pursue successful industrial, academic and research careers in specialized fields of clinical research

Solve problems through application of critical thinking and evidence-based processes

To adopt Good Clinical Practice and Standard Operating Procedure for Clinical Research and Clinical Data Management

Post Graduate will be capable of adopting latest technological advancement in clinical practices by life-long learning with professional and ethical uprightness and socio-economic concerns.

Program Outcomes:

On successful completion of this programme, graduates will be able to:

Apply knowledge of clinical study design/protocol for efficient clinical data management

Understand the roles and responsibilities of the different stakeholders in clinical research

Conduct standardized database/procedure testing, data validation, SAE reconciliation and medical coding

Participate actively and take leadership in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary health care communities.

Understand and analyze the impact of clinical research practice in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context

Communicate effectively by oral, written, computing and graphical means

Understand evolving regulatory processes, standards and practices of ICH GCP in the conduct of different therapeutic trials

Graduates will possess critical acumen for continuously updating their knowledge through self-study or higher education

Program Highlights:

Well-designed program curriculum is taught by qualified & experienced faculty and clinical experts; adequate theoretical knowledge to plan lab investigations rationally in any clinical set up and carry out and interpret the results; research training program for students; industry/clinical exposure in healthcare organizations of repute.

Core Modules:

Clinical Research Including introduction, Research operations management, epidemiological principles relevant to clinical research, clinical data management & biostatistics, medical writing, medical records management & concepts in clinical trials, research methodology & concepts in clinical trials, quality control, quality assurance and total management in clinical trials.