Theoretical concepts from the Project Management Institute, PMBOK® 6th and 7th editions and how they specifically apply to clinical research are introduced in  this comprehensive introductory project management course. Whether you are looking to become a clinical research project manager, are a newly hired clinical  project manager, or a clinical project manager without formal project management training, this hands-on program will provide you with project management skills,  tools and processes required to successfully manage projects in clinical research settings. The course includes an emphasis on the need to anticipate, understand,  and implement detailed project management activities in a proactive manner. Case studies, discussions, and interactive exercises are used to aid the learner in the  application of clinical project management concepts and principles. 

Prior to the start of the course, participants will receive their login credentials and links to access and download the many class resources and class meeting links. Upon course completion, participants will be provided training certificates. In order to receive accreditation CEUs, participants are required to pass both a mid-term and final exam. Upon completion of the exams, CEU certificates will be provided.

Learning Objectives

• Describe project management as it applies to clinical research
• Define scope management and tools utilized by project managers, including the work breakdown structure, process mapping, and schedule management
• Describe the fundamentals of process maps, flow charts and other project management tools
• Explain project management technical terminology
• Identify clinical trial project budgeting and tracking techniques
• Describe quality and risk management per ICH GCP E6 (R3) and ICH E8 (R1)
• Define effective vendor management and sponsor oversight in clinical trial projects
• Explore project tracking methods utilized in tracking clinical trial projects
• Utilize appropriate communication skills and effectively motivate team members
• Apply strategies for seamless project close out and continuous improvement

Course Outline

• Module 1: Introduction to Clinical Project Management
• Module 2: Project Planning Fundamentals
• Module 3: Process Mapping and Project Schedule Management
• Module 4: Project Management Technical Knowledge
• Module 5: Project Budget Planning
• Module 6: Project Quality and Risk Management
• Module 7: Project Tracking
• Module 8: Introduction to Project Vendor Management
• Module 9: Communication and Team Building for Project Managers
• Module 10: Project Closing, Audits, and Inspections

Who Should Attend

• Aspiring and Entry-Level Project Managers and Clinical Trial Managers
• Project Managers looking to gain experience in clinical research project management
• Project Leaders that are unfamiliar with project management tools and principles
• Clinical Research Members and Leaders at investigative sites seeking project management skills to aid in the execution of clinical research projects within their organization
• Clinical Research Professionals transitioning to project management roles/functions

NOTE: This course is for individual registrants only and does not allow for group training.

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Instructor

The course will be led by one of the following instructors:

Shelley Marti, M.S.N., P.M.P.

Danny Nasmyth-Miller, B.A., (Hons), M.B.A.

Nazma M. Rosado, MAOL, P.M.P., CPLP 6σ, CMQ/OE

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Course Length and Time

10 weeks for 3 hours each week.

Registration Fees

$1,795 by Early Bird Deadline

$1,995 after Early Bird Deadline

This course is for individual registrants only and does not allow for group training.

All participants are eligible for “Certificates of Attendance,” and accreditation, provided that accreditation requirements are met.

Accreditation Information

Barnett International is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  Participants will receive 30 hours (3.0 CEUs) of continuing education credit for full participation, including the completion of a mid-term exam, final exam, and program evaluation.  Barnett International will issue a receipt of completion for earned CEUs within three weeks of program completion.  ACPE#: 0778-0000-23-006-L99-P. Released: 1/23. 

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