Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials Design and Management
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials Design and Management
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Overview
Offered through the College of Pharmacy Regulatory Sciences Program, the University of Georgia’s online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials Design and Management will prepare you to lead and manage the development and implementation of the scientifically valid clinical study design including monitoring of clinical trials and directing daily clinical trial operations.
This interdisciplinary program encompasses critical core competency areas including biostatistics, federal regulations, bioethics, and project management. These areas are integral in drug product development and medical device design validation required for federal regulatory market clearance and commercialization.
The program plan is ideal for working professionals and consists of 17 semester credit hours, delivered online, with occasional synchronous sessions via Zoom or in person on the UGA Gwinnett Campus. The certificate coursework may be applied toward a Master’s Degree in Pharmacy with an emphasis in Regulatory Sciences.
Mission Statement
The Clinical Trials Design & Management Certificate Program equips professionals with comprehensive education in biostatistics, federal regulations, bioethics, and project management, preparing them to support clinical studies and entry-level clinical trial operations that are crucial for medical product development and approval.
Other online programs of interest
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Accreditations
The University of Georgia is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. The University of Georgia also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Georgia may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
College of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
Admissions
Credit and Transfer
Total Hours Required to Earn Certificate: 17 (credit hours)
Maximum Hours Transferable into Program: N/A
Admission Requirements
To apply to the Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials Design and Management Program, students not currently enrolled at UGA must apply to the UGA Graduate School. An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution is required, and preference will be given to those with degrees in sciences, healthcare, or engineering. Additional preference will be given to applicants employed in the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology industries, or related fields.
Entrance exams are not required but can be submitted.
Follow the detailed Application Checklist below.
Application Checklist
- Application – Submit online to the Graduate School Admissions. Application fee:$ 75 Domestic & International
- Select Campus – Online
- Select Intended Program – CERG, Clinical Trials Design and Management (College of Pharmacy) [CERT_2CTD]
- Résumé or curriculum vita – Upload to the Graduate School application.
- Statement of Purpose – Submit a one-page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School through the application system.
- Transcripts – Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
- Letters of Recommendation – Submit two letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program. The application will prompt your recommenders to submit their letters electronically.
International Applicants – must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
Application Deadlines
Domestic Applicants
- Fall: June 1
International Applicants
- Fall: April 15
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Tuition rates and student fees may change each year.
Based on the 2024-25 credit-hour cost, a person who had completed this program at the recommended pace would have paid $12,546 in tuition. Reference this sheet to identify the current credit hour rate for your program of interest.
Please use the Estimated Cost Calculator on the Bursar’s Office website to calculate one academic (Fall/Spring) year’s tuition.
This program is an E-Rate program, so choose “yes” for the E-Rate line item within the calculator.
Fees for those students enrolled in exclusively online programs are $411 per semester.
Potential additional costs include:
- Textbooks
- Exam proctoring fees
- Technology upgrades
The complete cost of attendance can be found at https://osfa.uga.edu/costs/.
Financial Aid
Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid for information about financial assistance.
Corporate Assistance
Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.
Military Assistance
Active-duty military, veterans, and military families should visit Veterans Educational Benefits to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.
University System of Georgia Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
The purpose of TAP is to foster the professional growth and development of eligible employees. For more information, see Tuition Assistance (refer to the Distance Learning section).
Technology Requirements
- Computer with current operating system (Windows, Mac, or Linux). Additional peripherals such as webcam, headphones, and microphone are required.
- High-speed internet access.
Curriculum
Program Structure
The program plan is ideal for working professionals and consists of 17 semester credit hours, delivered online, with occasional live sessions at the UGA Gwinnett Campus.
Courses
| Course | Title | Credit |
| PHAR 6010E | Intro to the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology & Device Industries | 4 |
| PHAR 7100E | Biostatistical Applications for Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industries | 3 |
| PHRM 7230E | Ethical Issues in Research | 3 |
| PHAR 6200E | Clinical Trials Design & Monitoring | 4 |
| PHAR 6210E | Project Management in Clinical Trials | 3 |
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Contact Information
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