The Master of Science in Clinical Investigation is a 31-credit course of study designed to provide students with the skills and methodologies needed to 1) conduct rigorous clinical studies; 2) improve evidence-based clinical decision-making; and 3) evaluate health care services. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Evaluate the strengths and limitations of patient-oriented clinical research study designs and methodologies. 
• Develop and execute plans for the quantitative and qualitative analysis and interpretation of clinical research data.
• Identify and articulate meaningful patient-oriented clinical research questions based on existing evidence and knowledge gaps.
• Design a clinical research study that aligns with well-defined study objectives and addresses ethical considerations.
• Apply clinical research evidence to advance translation of findings and improve evidence-based decision-making in clinical practice and policies.