Overview

Clinical investigation is the fastest growing discipline in the burgeoning medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Keeping pace with the ever-increasing body of knowledge and new regulatory procedures generated by advances in clinical research is critical to career success.

The Boston University Online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Investigation—designed and offered by the Boston University School of Medicine—is an opportunity for clinical research and health professionals to gain an in-depth understanding of the molecular basis of biomedicine and its implications, as well as the processes of regulatory approval.

The certificate program consists of four online courses that explore:

• Regulatory Issues
• Biostatistics
• Good Clinical Practices
• Design and Conduct of Clinical Trials

Upon completion, students will appreciate the elements of new drug design and the mechanisms of the disease process. Clinical and health professionals of all varieties—including physicians, research nurses study coordinators, managers in clinical research and site management, and professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, as well as CRO and SMO organizations—will benefit from this opportunity to:

• Earn a certificate from Boston University’s School of Medicine, a leading research institution
• Complete a valuable professional credential in just four full semesters of study
• Apply a portion of the credits earned toward a Master of Arts in Clinical Investigation (MACI)
  (Note: The MACI program is comprised of campus-based courses and is not available in an online format.)
• Increase skills and knowledge in clinical investigation

Getting Started: Students may apply to begin at any time—all you need is an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution and a completed application form.