Drexel University

Overview

Enhance your professional journey in clinical research administration with the fully online Master’s program in Clinical Research Organization and Management from Drexel University. This flexible program is tailored for working professionals, allowing you to develop specialized knowledge in areas such as trial design, regulatory strategy, compliance, and pharmacovigilance through a personalized, advisor-guided curriculum.

• Award: Master’s degree (MS)
• Delivery: Fully online
• Credits: 36 semester credits
• Thesis: Non-thesis
• Curriculum approach: Advisor-guided course plan
• Study areas: Multiple tracks covering clinical research and management topics
• Language of instruction: English
• Typical entry profile: Applicants with a bachelor’s degree and relevant professional experience
• English tests: TOEFL iBT or IELTS

What you'll study

This online, non-thesis master’s program allows you to choose courses that align with your career aspirations in clinical research organization and management. Collaborating with your advisor, you will create a study plan that emphasizes areas such as clinical operations, regulatory compliance, pharmacovigilance, or research management based on your unique background and goals.

Example course areas include:

• Scientific Writing and Medical Literature
• Designing the Clinical Trial
• Innovative Product Development
• Regulatory, Scientific, and Social Issues Affecting Biotech Research
• Compliance & Monitoring Issues
• Principles and Practice of Pharmacovigilance

Entry requirements

• Academic background: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or an equivalent international institution
• GPA: A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred
• Professional experience: At least two years of relevant professional experience
• Lower GPA applicants: Encouraged to apply, with an explanation of academic performance in their essay and relevant professional experience included on their resume
• English proficiency: TOEFL iBT or IELTS (minimum scores apply)
• Application materials: Application form, official transcripts, resume, and an essay outlining your goals and relevant experience

Career prospects

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for various roles in the clinical research field, including positions in clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and pharmacovigilance. The skills and knowledge acquired through this master’s program will empower you to advance your career in a rapidly evolving industry.