The MS in Clinical Research (formerly known as Clinical Investigation) is a rigorous program that meets the needs of health professionals engaged in the full-spectrum of patient-oriented research. This flexible degree program is designed for a variety of professionals including physicians who will plan and oversee translational research and clinical trials; research nurses; study coordinators; managers in clinical research and site management organizations (CROs and SROs); and professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. The program’s degree requirements include: Minimum of 32 graduate credits: 22 required (including practicum and research credits), and 10 elective Clinical Reseach Practicum: Hands-on involvement in a clinical research project Capstone Project: clinical research conducted, analyzed, written, and presented by student The MSCR program can be completed on either a part-time or full-time basis. Most courses take place in the late afternoons or early evenings to accommodate working professionals. A full-time student can complete his/her coursework in one year; 4 semesters (including Summer Sessions I & II). The time frame for beginning the practicum and capstone project will be determined on a student-by-student basis.

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