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India's Largest Clinical Research Training Program

The Professional Diploma in Clinical Research (PDCR) is India's largest and widely recognized clinical research training program, designed to cultivate high-calibre professionals for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare research sectors.

This comprehensive skill-development programme offers a robust understanding of drug discovery, clinical trial operations, regulatory frameworks, and internationally accepted Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Participants receive four meticulously curated learning modules along with an Assignment Workbook that together provide a comprehensive grounding in clinical trial methodology. Delivered over six months through a flexible distance-learning model, the PDCR programme enables learners to progress at their own pace while balancing demanding professional or academic commitments.

Ideal for graduates and working professionals seeking a distinguished entry or advancement in the clinical research domain, PDCR equips participants with industry-ready competencies and a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

What you'll learn

Drug development phases, GCP, and global trial norms

Clinical trial conduct, monitoring, and documentation

Regulatory pathways including IND/NDA and Indian CT rules

Stakeholder roles across sponsor, investigator, CRA/CRC, etc.

Data management, safety reporting, and core biostatistics

Ethics compliance and quality systems for trial integrity

Why choose this Course?

Self-Paced Learning

Flexible format that fits around professional or academic schedules.

24/7 Expert Academic Support

24/7 faculty guidance for queries, feedback, and learning clarity.

Industry-Ready Content

Curriculum mapped to current industry practices and GCP standards.

A Standout Portfolio

Assignments that showcase trial design and operational know-how.

Real-World Projects & Case Studies

Applied real-world case studies reflecting actual scenarios.

Placement Assistance

Career guidance and interview readiness for industry roles.

Course Details

Module 1: Introduction to Pharmaceutical Medicine

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

The Drug Development Process

New Drug Discovery

Clinical Development of Drug

Essential Clinical Trial Documents

Clinical Trials Terminology

Skills Acquired

Clinical research fundamentals

Drug discovery lifecycle

Clinical trial documentation

Trial terminology literacy

Development process insight

Module 2: Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Foundations

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

History of GCP - milestones in the evolution of GCP

Principles of GCP

Applicable GCP Guidelines

Declaration of Helsinki

Clinical Study Process

The Management of Clinical Studies (Sponsor)

Ethics in Clinical Research

Informed Consent

Serious Adverse Event (SAE)

Challenges in the Implementation of GCP Guidelines

Biostatistics

Skills Acquired

GCP compliance

Ethics and informed consent

SAE reporting discipline

Study management fundamentals

Biostatistics basics

Module 3: Drug Regulatory Affairs (Clinical Trials)

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

Overview of Regulatory Environment in USA, Australia, Europe and India

Clinical Trial Application Requirements in India

Import- Export of Clinical Trial Drugs in India

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule

IND/ANDA/New Drug Application

Skills Acquired

Global clinical regulations

IND/ANDA submission know-how

Indian CT application prep

Import-export compliance

HIPAA and privacy readiness

Module 4: Roles & Responsibilities of Clinical Trial Personnel

Duration: Self-Paced

Topic Covered

Roles & Responsibilities of Sponsor

Roles & Responsibilities of Investigator

Roles & Responsibilities of ERB/IRB/IEC

Roles & Responsibilities of CRA /Monitor

Roles & Responsibilities of Auditor

Roles & Responsibilities of Clinical Research Coordinator

Roles & Responsibilities of CRO's

Roles & Responsibilities of Regulatory Authorities

Roles & Responsibilities of Clinical Data Manager (CDM)

Roles & Responsibilities of Clinical Biostatistician

Skills Acquired

Stakeholder coordination

Site and investigator management

Monitoring and auditing practice

Data management collaboration

Biostatistics partnership

Course Schedule

1

Receive Study Material

Upon registration, you will receive four comprehensive Learning Modules along with an Assignment Workbook.

2

Study & Complete Assignments

Go through the modules and complete the assignments within the standard 4.5-month duration.

3

Option for Early Completion

If you wish to finish sooner, you may submit your completed workbook with an early assessment request.

4

Assessment

Your Assignment workbook is evaluated based on the qualification criteria.

5

Earn Your Certificate

After successful assessment, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Need to know more?

Get all the details in our comprehensive brochure.

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Registration Process

Three-step registration process:

1

Get the Registration Link/QR

Receive the registration link and QR code from us.

2

Complete the Form & Payment

Fill out the registration form and pay the course fee using the QR code.

3

Receive Confirmation

Get an acknowledgement call confirming your successful registration.

Program Fee

Indian Participants

14000

Foreign Participants

$350

This course includes

Duration

Self-Paced

Lessons

4

Students

500+

Language

English

Certificate

Yes

Contact for more details of the course

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