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    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Operations Management

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Improvement, Revenue Management, Quality Improvement, Process Analysis, Business Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Operational Performance Management, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Organizational Strategy, Service Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality Management, Capacity Management, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Science and Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Land Management, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Policy, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Civil Engineering, Research Reports, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Economic Development, Environment and Resource Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Mining Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics

      Build toward a degree

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Neuroscience Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis Software, Psychology, Image Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Anatomy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme

      Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Culture, Social Studies, Research, Political Sciences, Governance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Planejamento e controle da produção: fundamentos e modelagem

      Skills you'll gain: Production Planning, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Manufacturing, Resource Planning, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management System, Operations Management, Scheduling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Transportation Operations, Capacity Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Information Architecture, Unstructured Data, Document Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Estrategia de Identidad de una Marca

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Content Development and Management, Business Strategies, Design Research, Market Research, User Research, Content Creation, Creativity, Target Audience

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Generative AI for Keyword Research

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing, ChatGPT, Automation, Digital Marketing, Competitive Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
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      Utrecht University

      Contemporary Palestinian History

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Policy Analysis, Research, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Cultural Sensitivity, Timelines, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Initiative and Leadership, Nursing, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Organizational Effectiveness, Systems Thinking, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expressway to Data Science: R Programming and Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Rmarkdown, R Programming, Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Data Wrangling, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Statistical Programming, Data Integration, Software Installation, Development Environment

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular clinical research courses

    • Operations Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Wetland Science and Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Data Mining Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Neuroscience Methods: Johns Hopkins University
    • Calvin - Histoire et réception d'une Réforme: University of Geneva
    • Planejamento e controle da produção: fundamentos e modelagem: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex: DeepLearning.AI
    • Estrategia de Identidad de una Marca: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
    • Generative AI for Keyword Research: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Contemporary Palestinian History: Utrecht University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Clinical Research

    Clinical research courses on Coursera can help provide you with essential skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to medical research:

    • Basics of clinical trial design, including how to develop protocols and manage studies.
    • Understanding of regulatory requirements that govern clinical trials globally.
    • Techniques for data collection, management, and analysis to ensure data integrity and validity.
    • Ethical considerations in conducting research involving human subjects.
    • Skills for writing and publishing scientific research papers.
    • Knowledge of biostatistics and its application in analyzing clinical data.
    • Strategies for effective project management within clinical research settings.‎

    Clinical research courses on Coursera are designed to accommodate learners at different stages of their education and career:

    • Introductory courses are ideal for newcomers to the field, offering a foundational understanding of clinical research principles.
    • Intermediate courses cater to those with some clinical or research background, focusing on more specialized aspects of clinical trials.
    • Advanced courses are suitable for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in areas such as biostatistics, regulatory compliance, or clinical operations.‎

    Coursera offers a range of educational pathways in clinical research:

    • Professional certificates that can help you showcase your skills in clinical research settings.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your learning in specific clinical research topics.
    • Continuing education credits that may be necessary for maintaining professional certifications or licenses.

    These educational options are designed to help you build or advance a career in clinical research by validating your skills and knowledge.‎

    Studying clinical research on Coursera can open doors to several key roles in the medical research industry:

    • Clinical Research Coordinator: Oversee the administration and operations of clinical trials.
    • Clinical Data Manager: Handle the comprehensive data management process in clinical trials.
    • Regulatory Affairs Specialist: Navigate the complex landscape of clinical trial regulations and ensure compliance.
    • Biostatistician: Design and analyze clinical studies using statistical methods.
    • Medical Writer: Draft and prepare detailed reports and documents related to clinical trials and their outcomes.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including clinical research. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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