FAQ’s

What is Clinical Research (CR)?

The discoveries & innovations in the field medicine have come about with Biomedical Research-of which Clinical Research is one important division. Clinical Research deals with finding the causes of diseases; & thereby find effective remedies & preventive measures against them.

The most important application of Clinical Research is the study of new drugs and their effects on human subjects with the aim to determine is safety & efficacy which is conducted through an organized Clinical Trial.

Why is Clinical Research so important?

Discovery of Penicillin dawned a new era of antibiotics that gave hope against life threatening infections, insulin has literally given a lease of life to millions of people who would otherwise have succumbed to diabetes. Such discoveries have led to a race for finding new drugs. This makes Clinical Research interesting, challenging and rewarding.

As new drugs are continuously developed to put an end to human sufferance caused by various diseases, Clinical Research as a career is destined to grow in the future. Clinical Research offers intellectual challenge. It builds a career path one can follow with a sense of pride.

Is Clinical Research Industry Global or Indian?

According to Mckinsey report, the approximate demand for Clinical Research professionals is 50,000 & 2, 50,000 in India and overseas respectively. The report also states that Indian market will grow to US$ 2 Bn. by 2010. While there is huge demand for CR professionals in US & UK, India has a greater advantage owing to various factors like low cost, gigantic patient population, English speaking population, etc.

Am I eligible to be Clinical Research Professional?

Eligibility:

Graduate or Post Graduate in: Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Dentistry and Veterinary Science.

Tell me briefly about CREMA.

CREMA – Clinical Research Education and Management Academy is among the elite institutions dedicated to promoting ethical and high-quality Clinical Research education. We aim to educate and equip students and industry professionals by imparting advanced training. CREMA’s focus on Management Modules and emphasizes on soft skills to ensure that students get a head start in the industry.

It was conceived in June 2007. Ever since, it has made rapid strides with educational campuses at Mumbai, Bengaluru, New Delhi & Hyderabad.

What are different programs offered by CREMA?

1. Advanced Post Graduate Program in Clinical Research (Full time)

2. Post Graduate Diploma (Part Time) Programs in

• Clinical Research (PGDCR)
• Clinical Data Management (PGDCDM)

3. Healthcare & Hospital Management programs in:

• Advance Post Graduate Diploma in Healthcare & Hospital Management ( 1 year- Full Time)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Healthcare & Hospital Management (1 year- Part Time)

 Does CREMA have any Academic Partnership?

Yes. CREMA has affiliations with the following Universities:

• Jaipur National University (a UGC approved university)
• Dibrugarh University, Assam (a UGC and NAAC accredited state university

CREMA’s curriculum is at power with international standards, yet befitting needs of employers in India.

Are the programs AICTE/UGC approved?

CREMA institute offers UGC accredited courses providing training in Clinical Research & Health Care & Hospital Management based on the curriculum that fulfills needs of Industry. 

How is CREMA different from others?

CREMA Advantage :

• CREMA - Leading Clinical Research education institute.
• Course from UGC Approved NAAC Accredited University
• LIFSP (Learning by Industry-Faculty-Student-Partnership) Model
• Our Academic Team / Faculty of Repute
• Teaching Methodology
• Focus on Management Module in our Courses - Business proficiency skills training (Soft skills training imparted)
• Infrastructure
• Placement Cell - Placement  assistance provided nationally

 What are the job opportunities for Clinical Research professionals in India & abroad?

Medical science will never cease to evolve. Year after year research is carried out in pursuit of finding drugs with better efficacy. Considering this, the Clinical Research industry has witnessed an unprecedented growth rate giving rise to more than 2, 50,000 jobs across the globe. Thus opening-up a wide array of opportunities as Clinical Research Associate, Quality Assurance Manager, Project Manager, and Investigator…… and many more.

What is the nature of Placement Assistance provided by CREMA?

We have a dedicated Placement Cell to provide Placement Assistance.                 
To give our students an edge over others and prepare them for the competition in the industry, the Placement Cell has devised a unique

‘Pre-Placement Preparation Programme’ with the following features:

• Personality development programme, communication skill enhancement programme and mock interviews. 
• Grooming students by enhancing their analytical and problem-solving skills, and their ability to work as a team.
• Writing, reviewing and evaluating of students’ resumes by Experienced Health Care & management professionals, sending students’ resumes to potential employers like CROs, pharmaceutical companies, device manufacturers, biotech companies and academic institutions. 
• Personal recommendations ensure that the industry takes special interest in students’ resumes.

What is the salary level one can expect after completing Clinical research course?

Given the chronic shortage of talented and trained manpower in the industry, we expect both domestic and international companies to offer attractive salaries to CR professionals

Does CREMA provide any financial assistance?

CREMA guides the students to secure appropriate education loan from Nationalized Banks.

What is the admission procedure?

CREMA values the quality of students who enroll with us. Selection is purely based on merit. Each applicant is scrutinized to ascertain his eligibility, suitability and employability. This is judged by a written test and an interview. Successful aspirants are informed about the decision on the same day.

What are the fees of the programs?

To know more about our programs and fees structure get a free counseling session with our Career Counselors.For an appointment please get back to us on: 022-67382009 -11 or 99877 70761-63

Does the institute provide staying facilities?

For outstation student(s), CREMA provides assistance in finding accommodation.

Are there any events on campus?

We believe in all-around development of our students. Since inception, we have held informal events for students. One such event was “Date with the Dean” that gave them a taste of the corporate culture. In addition, there is “Fresher’s Day” and other events that are planned, supported and executed by CREMAites.

Does CREMA provide any scholarships?

CREMA provides scholarships to meritorious students. The final decision is taken by the institute.