Clinical Research Manager Training Tuition

Accredited and industry‑recognized clinical research manager training & advanced clinical project management certification with an unmatched curriculum. Instructor-led 284 in‑depth lessons for 2025 to stay ahead and stand out. Increase salary potential by $80K–$160K+. 100% Money‑back Guarantee with a 14‑Day Refund Policy. Payment Plans Available.

Clinical Project Manager Training

Advanced Clinical Project Management Certification (ACPMC)

    1. Research Project Manager Course Overview

      FREE PREVIEW
    2. CME Handout

    3. Common Terminology Used In Clinical Research - Reference Glossary

    4. Commonly Used Abbreviations and Terms in Clinical Research

    5. Live Review Session - See discussion for next meeting time

    1. An Overview of ICH GCP

    2. CFR 21 Part 11

    3. Ethics of Research Involving Children

    4. Ethics of Research Involving Mentally Incapacitated

    5. Ethics of Research Involving Pregnant Women and Fetuses

    1. Project Management Fundamentals

    2. PMBOK Summary - Mandatory Project Management Review

    3. Clinical Trial Project Management

    4. Importance of Project Management

    1. Role of a Project Sponsor

    2. ICH GCP E6 Section 5 - Sponsor/CRO Responsibilities

    3. Institutional Review Board/Ethics Committee (IRB/EC) (Requirements, sIRB, Application, Exemptions, Expedited Review, Continuation, and Reporting)

    4. Data Safety Monitoring board- DSMB

    5. Stakeholders in Clinical Trials (Sponsor, Project Manager, IRB, PI, CRA, CRC, Site Staff, Data Team/DSMB, Patients)

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    6. Contract Research Organizations (Delegation, Responsibilities, Management )

    7. ICH GCP E6 Sections 2-4 Principles, IRB, & Investigator Roles

    8. ICH GCP E6 Section 4 - Reporting Responsibilities of the Investigators

    1. Essential skills of a Project Manager

    2. Technical skills for Project Management

    3. Project Team

    4. Managing a Project Team

    1. Project Management Documents

About this course

  • $499.00
  • 284 lessons
  • Required: Prior clinical research or project management experience.
  • Length: 4 Weeks. Online, self paced, start anytime.
  • ACCRE, Joint Accreditation with AMA, ANCC, ACPE for 17.5 CME. Online certificate. Exam score 70% or higher on 2 attempts.


CCRPS Reviews

Clinical Research Project Manager Certification

5 star rating

Navigating the Course

Natalie Johnson

I was originally intimidated by the materials and all that I had to learn. The syllabus, the instructors and the course material were easy to follow and learn from. I am very happy I completed the course.

I was originally intimidated by the materials and all that I had to learn. The syllabus, the instructors and the course material were easy to follow and learn from. I am very happy I completed the course.

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Advanced Clinical Research Project Manager Certification Course

ROGER ANDERSEN

There is extensive material in this course. It is highly relevant to managing clinical trials.

There is extensive material in this course. It is highly relevant to managing clinical trials.

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Advanced Clinical Research Project Manager

Ellen Lyrtzis

5 star rating

Advanced Clinical Research Project Manager Certification Course

ROGER ANDERSEN

There is extensive material in this course. It is highly relevant to managing clinical trials.

There is extensive material in this course. It is highly relevant to managing clinical trials.

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Advanced Clinical Research Project Manager

Ellen Lyrtzis

5 star rating

Great

Ayanna Conyers

5 star rating

well-designed and descriptive

Jitendra Kumar Tripathi

The course is well-designed and covers all the required information for clinical research management.

The course is well-designed and covers all the required information for clinical research management.

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Clinical Project Manager Training That Works

Clinical Project Manager ACPMC Graduate Placement

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Additional Grad Results Details
ACPMC Program Certification Details • Online training + certificate + LinkedIn Badge awarded upon completion• Exam pass rate requirement: 70% within two attempts
Graduates Work At ION Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · Teleflex · Baim Institute for Clinical Research · Aya Healthcare · Dermavant Sciences · Inventprise · iSTAR Medical · Oregon Health & Science University · Emory Office of Clinical Research · Flinders University, etc
Job Titles Earned After Certification Clinical Trial Project Manager · Research Nurse Manager · Clinical Research Coordinator – Data Manager · Clinical Research Associate · Transdisciplinary Research Project Manager · IT Project Manager (Clinical Trials) · Publicly Funded Research Project Manager · Clinical Program Lead · Research Compliance Officer · Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator · Investigator Support Specialist · Academic Research Project Lead · Grants & Contracts Analyst · Trial Documentation Manager, etc

Research Project Manager Syllabus Overview

View Clinical Trial Project Management Skills & Objectives for Each Module

Chapter & Lessons Objectives & Skills
Introduction: Research Project Manager Course Overview; CME Handout; Common Terminology Used In Clinical Research – Reference Glossary; Commonly Used Abbreviations and Terms in Clinical Research; Live Review Session – See discussion for next meeting time • Orient to course logistics, CME requirements, and live‑session formats ; • Master the foundational glossary of research‑project management and trial‑specific terminology ; • Navigate enrollment policies and support resources efficiently.
CH 1. Wk 1 ICH GCP: An Overview of ICH GCP; CFR 21 Part 11; Ethics of Research Involving Children; Ethics of Research Involving Mentally Incapacitated; Ethics of Research Involving Pregnant Women and Fetuses • Interpret ICH GCP principles and electronic‑records compliance ; • Apply ethical frameworks for vulnerable populations and informed‑consent processes ; • Ensure protocols safeguard human subjects under varied regulatory and ethical guidelines.
CH 2. Wk 1 Fundamentals of Project Management: Project Management Fundamentals; PMBOK Summary – Mandatory Project Management Review; Clinical Trial Project Management; Importance of Project Management • Apply PMBOK methodologies to clinical‑trial contexts ; • Develop project charters, scope statements, and stakeholder registers ; • Articulate the value of structured project management for on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
CH 3. Wk 1 Roles & Relationships in Clinical Trials: Role of a Project Sponsor; ICH GCP E6 § 5 – Sponsor/CRO Responsibilities; Institutional Review Board/Ethics Committee (Requirements, sIRB, Application, Exemptions, Expedited Review, Continuation, Reporting); Data Safety Monitoring Board; Stakeholders in Clinical Trials; Contract Research Organizations; ICH GCP E6 § 2–4; ICH GCP E6 § 4 – Investigator Reporting • Map governance structures: sponsors, CROs, IRBs, DSMBs, investigators, PMs, CRAs, CRCs ; • Clarify delegation logs and oversight workflows ; • Coordinate safety‑reporting and IRB‑submission procedures per ICH GCP.
CH 4. Wk 1 Skills of a Project Manager: Essential Skills of a Project Manager; Technical Skills for Project Management; Project Team; Managing a Project Team • Cultivate leadership, negotiation, and communication skills ; • Use PM software (Gantt, WBS) to assign tasks and monitor progress ; • Form, motivate, and mentor cross‑functional project teams.
CH 5. Wk 1 Project Management Documents: Project Management Documents • Create and maintain charters, schedules, risk logs, issue registers, change‑request forms, and stakeholder‑communication plans ; • Standardize documentation for transparency and audit readiness.
CH 6. Wk 1 Regulatory Documents: Regulatory Documents in Clinical Trials; Delegation of Authority Log (DOAL); Investigator’s Brochure (IB) • Organize and update regulatory binders: DOAL logs and IB revisions ; • Ensure compliance with ICH, FDA, and EMA documentation standards.
CH 7. Wk 1 Trial Master File: Essential Regulatory Documents Binder Tab Organization; Trial Master File Reference Guide • Structure the TMF per DIA/RCA best practices ; • Implement version control and conduct TMF quality‑checks for inspection readiness.
CH 8. Wk 1 New Drug Application: IND & NDA Process; Investigator‑Initiated Multi‑Center Trials; IND/IDE AE Reporting; Safety‑Reporting Requirements for Sponsor Investigators of an IND • Navigate IND/NDA submission requirements and safety‑annex planning ; • Coordinate AE‑reporting workflows and regulatory‑authority interactions.
CH 9. Wk 1 Problem Solving in Project Management: Problem Solving as a Project Manager; Project Failures and Statistics; Project Reporting Styles; Avoiding Project Failure • Apply root‑cause analysis and Ishikawa diagrams to resolve project issues ; • Interpret failure‑mode statistics ; • Develop clear, actionable status reports and dashboards.
CH 10. Wk 1 Budgeting for Clinical Trials and Projects: Project Budgeting; Payments and Budgeting for Investigators and Site; Advertisement Aid in Subject Recruitment and Retention • Build detailed trial and project budgets ; • Manage site‑payment schedules and investigator fees ; • Optimize recruitment ROI through targeted advertising budgets.
CH 11. Wk 1 Clinical Trial Design: Advanced Designs of Clinical Trials; Advanced Review of Phases 0–IV; Randomized Controlled Trials; Blinding and Unblinding; The Clinical Trial Protocol – Advanced Mastery Review; Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria; Protocol Deviations and Violations • Critique and implement adaptive and complex trial designs ; • Develop randomization, allocation‑concealment, and emergency‑unblinding procedures ; • Draft robust protocols with precise eligibility criteria ; • Manage deviations via corrective‑action plans.
CH 12. Wk 2 Project Management Scheduling & Tracking: Basics of Project Scheduling; Project Progress Tracking; Project Management Planning Process • Create critical‑path Gantt charts ; • Implement earned‑value metrics and schedule‑variance analyses ; • Maintain rolling‑wave plans and resource‑allocation maps.
CH 13. Wk 2 Project Management Plan: Project Management Planning Process; Closing a Project; Project Delays; Process Mapping; Metric Tracking • Author comprehensive PMPs covering scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and communication ; • Plan project closure and handover ; • Use process maps and KPI dashboards to mitigate delays.
CH 14. Wk 2 Duties of a Successful Project Manager: Roles and Responsibilities of a Project Manager; Project Management Success Factors • Define PM accountabilities across the project lifecycle ; • Establish critical success factors and performance indicators for quality delivery.
CH 15. Wk 2 Adverse Events: Advanced Review of Adverse Events • Oversee AE capture, grading (CTCAE), and expedited reporting per ICH E2A/E6 ; • Coordinate safety‑signal escalation with clinical and PV teams.
CH 16. Wk 2 Site Selection & Visits: Types of Monitoring Visits; Site and Investigator Selection Criteria; Site Selection/Qualification Visit (SSV/SQV) • Assess site feasibility—staff credentials, infrastructure, regulatory readiness ; • Plan and conduct SSV/SQV with tailored letters, checklists, and reports.
CH 17. Wk 2 Audit & Inspections: Audits and Inspections in Clinical Trials; Clinical Trial Data Audits; FDA Warning Letter • Conduct internal and sponsor‑led audits; • Prepare inspection‑ready documentation; • Draft responses to FDA observations and implement CAPAs.
CH 18. Wk 2 Quality Control & Safety: Quality Control in Clinical Trials (QC/QA, KQI, QMS, Checklist); ICH GCP – Safety of Human Subjects • Implement QMS and KQI monitoring ; • Drive continuous‑improvement CAPAs ; • Ensure human‑subject protections align with ICH GCP.
CH 19. Wk 2 Technology in Trials: CTMS; ICH GCP – Trial Management, Data Handling, and Record Keeping; Remote Monitoring Overview; Centralized Monitoring; Interactive Response Technologies (IVRS, IWRS, IRT, RTSM) • Configure and validate CTMS, EDC, and IRT systems ; • Integrate remote and centralized monitoring platforms; • Adapt workflows post‑COVID‑19 for decentralized trials.
CH 20. Wk 2 Pharmacovigilance & Regulatory Affairs: Advanced Practice of Pharmacovigilance; Regulatory Affairs for Clinical Trials • Coordinate PV signal‑management workflows in parallel with RA submission strategies; • Align trial‑level safety reporting with post‑market requirements.
CH 21. Wk 2 Investigational Product & Labs: Investigational Product Storage and Dispensing; Investigational Product Accountability; Local and Central Labs (GLP/CLIA, Lab Audit Checklist) • Oversee IP chain‑of‑identity, temperature‑control logistics, and accountability reconciliation ; • Audit and qualify lab vendors for sample handling and reporting.
CH 22. Wk 3 Patient Recruitment, Retention & Compliance: Patient Recruitment Strategies; Patient Engagement and Retention Techniques; Patient Adherence and Compliance Monitoring • Design patient‑centric outreach and consent processes; • Implement retention e‑reminders, tele‑visits, and home‑health support; • Analyze adherence data to refine engagement plans.
CH 23. Wk 3 Project Manager Job Readiness: Project Manager Skills Interview Questions; Interview Questions • Prepare for PM roles with behavioral‑ and competency‑based interview practice; • Develop structured responses to technical and situational questions.
CH 24. Wk 3 Regulatory Frameworks & Ethical Standards: Declaration of Helsinki; ICH E2A (Expedited Reporting); ICH E8 (R1); ICH E11 (R1); Legal Aspects of Clinical Research; Ethical Issues in Global Trials; Data Protection Regulations; Human Subject Protection; Expedited Regulatory Pathways • Interpret ethical and regulatory guidances for trial conduct ; • Manage expedited‑reporting submissions; • Ensure GDPR/CCPA and DoH compliance across global sites.
CH 25. Wk 3 Trial Design & Methodology: Advanced Protocol Design; Adaptive Clinical Trials; Bayesian Statistics; Complex Innovative Designs; Endpoint Selection; Early‑Phase & Late‑Phase Trials; Investigator‑Initiated Trials; Phases I–IV; Observational Studies; Open‑Label Extensions; Synthetic Control Arms; Feasibility Studies • Develop innovative protocol frameworks from first‑in‑human to post‑marketing ; • Select and validate composite, surrogate, and patient‑reported endpoints; • Apply Bayesian and adaptive statistical designs; • Plan feasibility assessments and registry‑based studies.
CH 26. Wk 3 Statistical Principles & Data Management: ICH E9/E9 (R1); Centralized Statistical Monitoring; Advanced Biostatistics; Sample Size Determination; Meta‑Analysis; CDISC Standards; Data Integrity; CDMS; Data Anonymization; Data Integration; Data Mining; Data Privacy & Security; Data Standardization; Data Sharing; Disclosure Requirements; EHR in Research; Electronic Consent; eTMF; Audit Trail Review • Apply statistical‑principles for trial design and analysis ; • Configure CSM and CDMS workflows; • Ensure data‑quality via anonymization, audit trails, and CDISC compliance; • Manage electronic consent and eTMF archives.
CH 27. Wk 3 Project Management & Operations: Cross‑Functional Team Leadership; PM Software for Trials; Study Start‑Up Optimization; Supply‑Chain Management; Site Relationship Management; Risk‑Based Monitoring; Operational Excellence; Managing Amendments; Multi‑Center Trial Coordination; Study Closeout & Reporting; Protocol Deviations; Quality by Design; QRM; CI; Change Management; Workflow Automation; CRO Selection; CTMS; SOP Development; TMF Management; Site Accreditation; Document Management • Lead and coordinate trial operations across global functions ; • Optimize start‑up and supply‑chain logistics ; • Implement RBM and QbD frameworks ; • Automate workflows and select/oversee CRO partners; • Manage SOP and TMF lifecycle; • Accredit sites and standardize document controls.
CH 28. Wk 3 Patient Engagement & Recruitment: Innovative Recruitment Strategies; Patient‑Centric Trial Design; Diversity & Inclusion; Patient Advocacy; Social‑Media Recruitment; Behavioral‑Science Engagement; Designing Patient‑Friendly Trials; Analyzing Adherence Data • Design inclusive, patient‑centric protocols and outreach campaigns ; • Leverage digital and behavioral‑science tactics for recruitment ; • Monitor adherence and engagement metrics to improve retention.
CH 29. Wk 3 Financial & Risk Management: Financial‑Risk Management; Cost‑Effectiveness Analysis; Budget Impact Analysis; Negotiating Trial Budgets; Developing Clinical Trial Budgets; Cost‑Containment Strategies; Supply‑Chain Risk Management; Economic Modeling; Financial Management • Perform financial‑risk assessments and economic‑modeling ; • Develop, negotiate, and control trial budgets; • Implement cost‑containment and supply‑risk mitigation strategies.
CH 30. Wk 3 Specialized Trial Types & Populations: Drug‑Device Combination Trials; Rare Disease Trials; Oncology Trials; Biosimilars Trials; Investigator‑Initiated Trials; Medical Device Trials; Pediatrics; Rare Diseases; Vulnerable Populations; Hybrid Trials; Gene‑Therapy Trials; Genomic Trials; Pharmacogenomics; PK/PD; Translational Research; Therapeutic‑Area Specialization • Adapt project‑management frameworks to specialized modalities and populations ; • Address regulatory, logistical, and ethical nuances for each trial type; • Ensure safety and data‑integrity in high‑complexity studies.
CH 31. Wk 3 Quality Assurance & Compliance: Monitoring & Auditing; Data‑Protection Compliance; Transparency; Environmental Monitoring; Regulatory‑Change Impact; Quality by Design; Conflict Resolution; Continuous Improvement • Oversee QA‑audit programs and compliance with privacy regulations ; • Implement QbD and QRM; • Resolve team conflicts and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives.
CH 32. Wk 4 Emerging Trends & Future Directions: Decentralized Clinical Trials; Digital Health Integration; Wearable Technology; Environmental Impact; Future Research Trends; Virtual Trials; mHealth; Telemedicine; Digital Biomarkers; Digital Therapeutics; Blockchain; Cloud Computing; Big‑Data; Real‑World Data; Predictive Analytics; Blockchain for Data Security • Integrate cutting‑edge technologies into trial designs ; • Design and manage virtual and decentralized models ; • Leverage blockchain, AI, and RWD for enhanced safety, compliance, and insights.
CH 33. Wk 4 Career Development & Leadership: Career Growth in Research PM; Cross‑Functional Collaboration; Cultural Competence; Conflict Resolution; Strategic Planning; Regulator Communication; Sponsor‑CRO Management; Collaborative Networks; Human Factors; Health Literacy • Plan long‑term career paths in clinical‑project management ; • Cultivate cultural agility and stakeholder engagement ; • Lead strategic communications with regulators and sponsors; • Enhance health‑literacy and team collaboration.
CH 34. Wk 4 Advanced Topics & Innovations: Adaptive Licensing; Advanced Data Visualization; Advanced Pharmacovigilance; Agile Project Management; Assay Development; Benefit‑Risk Assessment; Bioanalytical Validation; Biobanking; Trial Dashboard Building; Centralized Monitoring; Comparative Effectiveness; Companion Diagnostics; Disease‑Modeling; Endpoint Validation; Epidemiology; Outcomes Evaluation; EBM; External Control Arms; Formulation Development; Functional Genomics; Genomic Data; Health Economics; Outcomes Research; Implementation Science; IP Management; KPIs; Legal Aspects; Market Access; Meta‑Analysis; Regulatory Submissions; Observational Studies; Operational Excellence; PROs; Pharmacoeconomics; Post‑Marketing Surveillance; Inspection Preparation; QRM; Rare‑Disease Trials; Emerging Markets; Regulatory Intelligence; Orphan‑Drug Pathways; Remote Monitoring; Safety‑Signal Detection; Scientific Communication; Site Relationship Management; SaMD Trials; Statistical Programming; Study Closeout; Systematic Reviews; Technology Transfer; HTA; Workflow Automation; CSM; Fraud Detection; FSP Models; Global Regulatory Strategy; Human Factors; Innovative Recruitment; Intellectual Property; IITs; Late‑Phase Trials; Machine Learning Applications • Synthesize advanced methodologies across data analytics, licensing, and agile PM ; • Develop interactive dashboards and benefit‑risk assessments ; • Manage cutting‑edge innovations (SaMD, genomics, blockchain) ; • Lead regulatory‑strategy and market‑access initiatives.
Competency Examination: CRPM Competency Exam • Demonstrate comprehensive mastery of clinical‑project management principles, tools, and strategic applications through a rigorous certification assessment.

FAQs for Clinical Project Manager Training

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Clinical Project Manager Jobs: Where Can Certification Take You?

Learn how our accredited certification opens the door to high-paying clinical project manager jobs. Our graduates land positions at leading CROs, universities, and research centers, managing trials with budgets of $10M+. Certified clinical project managers are in demand across CROs, hospitals, and biotechs. This program has helped graduates secure roles like Clinical Research Project Manager, Trial Director, and Clinical Program Lead. With salaries ranging from $80K to $160K+, our training is your first step into advanced clinical leadership.

Clinical Research Project Manager Checklists: What You’ll Actually Use

Master the tools of top-performing CPMs with access to clinical research project manager checklists. These include SOP trackers, TMF audit logs, stakeholder communication forms, and more—optimized for clinical trial settings. From project charters to stakeholder communication plans, you’ll receive 20+ downloadable templates used by active project managers. These tools streamline compliance, budgeting, site visits, TMF audits, and more without guesswork, just proven methods.

Clinical Research Project PowerPoint Presentation: Get Your Decks Done Right

Elevate your next clinical research project PowerPoint presentation with our customizable templates. Perfect for site visits, sponsor briefings, and protocol training, these decks align with ICH GCP and FDA guidelines. Whether you're pitching feasibility to a sponsor or leading site initiation, you'll access pre-designed PowerPoint templates and content guides tailored to CPMs. Perfect for interviews, meetings, and internal reviews.

Project Management in Clinical Research: How It Really Works

Explore project management in clinical research through real-world simulations. Our modules integrate PMBOK with GCP standards to guide your leadership in timelines, budget control, team management, and compliance. Learn how PMBOK principles apply directly to clinical trials. Our 284-module course translates textbook theory into practical, trial-specific workflows which are perfect for coordinating cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and mitigating trial risks.

How to Become a Clinical Project Manager

Wondering how to become a clinical project manager? Start with relevant research experience and complete this 284-module training. You'll gain the skills, certification, and career tools needed for CPM roles in just 4 weeks. Start with clinical or research experience, then level up through this comprehensive certification. In just 4 weeks, you’ll master leadership, regulatory strategy, and budget oversight to prepare for CPM roles at top-tier organizations.

Clinical Research Project Manager Certification: What You Earn

Earn a CPD-accredited clinical research project manager certification that validates leadership, trial oversight, and regulatory mastery. Pass the 50-question exam and proudly display your certificate and LinkedIn badge. Upon passing the exam (70%+), you’ll receive a globally recognized CPD-accredited and CME-approved certificate + plus a LinkedIn badge. This validates your expertise and signals recruiters that you're ready for senior-level responsibility.

Clinical Research Project Manager Salary: What Can You Expect?

The average clinical research project manager salary ranges from $90K to $160K. This program positions you for rapid salary growth with training in protocol strategy, budget control, and data integrity. CPM salaries range from $85K at the entry level to $160K+ for experienced professionals. Grads often see $30K–$60K salary bumps post-certification thanks to stronger qualifications and improved project delivery.

Clinical Project Management Certification vs. University Degrees

This clinical project management certification costs less than 5% of most master's programs while offering more practical experience. Learn job-ready trial oversight skills and skip the 2-year academic delay. Skip the $40K+ master's degrees. Our $499 certification covers everything from risk-based monitoring and decentralized trial design to pharmacovigilance and regulatory compliance. Learn practical, immediately applicable skills.

Project Manager Clinical Research Roles: What They Do

Project manager clinical research roles involve protocol design, budget planning, team coordination, and sponsor reporting. This course equips you to lead global trials and resolve challenges with confidence. CPMs oversee every phase of the trial from protocol design and site management to budget control and regulatory audits. You'll be trained to lead multi-site teams, ensure GCP compliance, and resolve complex trial challenges.

Clinical Trials Research Project Management: Real Case Applications

Train through clinical trials research project management scenarios like managing Phase III oncology trials or resolving protocol deviations. You'll develop actionable skills through simulation and mentorship. Learn using simulations and real-world scenarios: manage site start-up, track adverse events, and troubleshoot protocol deviations. Our case studies prepare you for high-pressure decision-making environments.

Clinical Research Project Coordinator vs. Project Manager: Key Differences

While coordinators manage trial operations at a site level, project managers lead the trial as a whole. Learn to scale your impact and transition from CRC to CPM through targeted leadership training. This course helps coordinators transition into CPM roles by expanding leadership, budgeting, and regulatory strategy skills areas coordinators typically don’t own. The training bridges the gap with focused upskilling.

Clinical Project Management Courses That Get You Hired

Skip theory-only courses. Our clinical project management courses prepare you to lead protocol development, manage decentralized trials, and present confidently during audits which are skills employers actually test for. Unlike generic PM courses, our curriculum is built specifically for the clinical research industry. With over 284 lessons, you’ll cover everything from ICH GCP to patient recruitment tech—earning credentials that open real doors.

Clinical Project Manager Job Description: What Employers Look For

A top clinical project manager job description includes protocol execution, site management, team leadership, and audit preparedness. You’ll graduate with the credentials and portfolio to check every box. Leadership, time management, risk mitigation, and GCP compliance top the list. This course trains you to meet and exceed these expectations with practical skills and downloadable tools you can start using immediately.

Project Management Tools for Clinical Research: Learn What the Pros Use

Use industry-standard project management tools for clinical research including CTMS, EDC, Smartsheet, and trial dashboards. Our hands-on training ensures you’re ready to manage real timelines and teams. We cover Smartsheet, MS Project, Medidata CTMS, and other systems used in active trials. From Gantt charts to monitoring dashboards, you'll be hands-on from day one.

Is Clinical Project Management a Good Career?

Yes; clinical project management is one of the most rewarding, high-growth careers in research. With growing demand for trials, skilled CPMs enjoy job security, leadership opportunities, and international flexibility. Absolutely. The demand for skilled CPMs is skyrocketing due to decentralized trials and increased regulatory scrutiny. With the right training, you’ll be a pivotal player in the future of research.


5 star rating

well-designed and descriptive

Jitendra Kumar Tripathi

The course is well-designed and covers all the required information for clinical research management.

The course is well-designed and covers all the required information for clinical research management.

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5 star rating

Navigating the Course

Natalie Johnson

I was originally intimidated by the materials and all that I had to learn. The syllabus, the instructors and the course material were easy to follow and learn from. I am very happy I completed the course.

I was originally intimidated by the materials and all that I had to learn. The syllabus, the instructors and the course material were easy to follow and learn from. I am very happy I completed the course.

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Earn industry‑recognized certification with our unmatched curriculum featuring weekly live webinars and 284 advanced modules for 2025. Boost your salary by $80K–$160K+ and enjoy lifetime access, a 14‑day money‑back guarantee, and flexible payment plans.

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