Virtual Part-time Postgraduate Certificate (vPGC) in Clinical Trial Management

Course Description & Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, you will be able to gain the qualification the participant will have demonstrated: (i) Knowledge and understanding in the context of the subject - principles of clinical research - awareness of ethical issues in life sciences and clinical research - principles of drug action and knowledge of the drug development process - principles of pharmacokinetics, pharmacogenetics, and drug effects - principles of clinical pharmacology and study design - comprehensive knowledge and understanding of international regulations governing clinical research (ii) Cognitive skills - discuss findings and draw conclusions - analyse and synthesize - apply theoretical knowledge to practical work requirements - extrapolate from general knowledge to particular topics - evaluate own actions (iii) Subject-specific practical and professional skills - understand basic gene technology - apply international regulations and standard processes to conduct clinical trials - create key documents independently - operate clinical databases and process case report forms - communicate, report and present study related issues and own research results (iv) General and transferable skills - effectively apply learning and creative working methods to new situations - understand principles and core processes of project management - prioritize tasks and manage time effectively - think in abstract terms - work well in a team - appreciate intercultural differences in working environments Furthermore, the educational and training goals of the program seek to promote and demonstrate the following qualities, skills, capabilities and values in the participant: (i) Intellectual - deductive thinking - critical analysis - reflection - knowledge synthesis - problem-solving (ii) Practical - time management - presentation skills - work experience in the field of clinical research (iii) Personal and Social - the ability to work in a team - self-awareness - the ability to work in a meticulous and structured manner -excellent communication skills (written and spoken)