Advance Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management and SAS

Advance Post Graduate Diploma In Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management and SAS is a course to provide in-depth knowledge in clinical research, clinical data management, pharmacovigilance and clinical SAS. It also gives a hands-on experience at a research institute. The industry insights in this course help candidates prepare successful future in clinical research.

This is an advanced multidisciplinary diploma that prepares students to work in clinical research, data management, and analytics roles. It combines the core areas of clinical trial management, data quality control, pharmacovigilance operations, advanced biostatistics for clinical trials, and SAS programming.

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Biotechnology, Medicine, or Allied Health Sciences
• Minimum 50% marks (varies by institute)
• Basic understanding of biology and research concepts preferred

Most institutes offer this program as a 1-year diploma, which may be divided into coursework + internship/training.

Average fees range between ₹50,000 to ₹1,50,000 depending on location, facilities, training exposure, and institute reputation.

This course is suitable for:

• Graduates who want to start a career in clinical research
• Professionals seeking Clinical Data Management course training
• Students interested in SAS programming or biostatistics
• Healthcare professionals planning to shift into research roles
• Working individuals looking for a future in CROs, biotechnology firms, or pharma industries

• Offers a strong foundation in global clinical trial processes
• High demand for skilled professionals in clinical research, CDM, and SAS
• Provides practical exposure through internships and real-time case studies
• Helps build expertise in documentation, patient safety, and quality checks
• Opens job opportunities in CROs, pharma companies, hospitals, and data analytics
• Equips learners with skills needed for a Biostatistics training program or advanced SAS roles

Most institutes follow merit-based admission.

Some conduct internal tests covering:

• Basic science knowledge
• Research aptitude
• Logical reasoning
• English communication

1. Submit online/offline application
2. Institute reviews academic profile
3. Appear for personal interview / aptitude test (if applicable)
4. Receive admission offer
5. Pay fees and begin the program

1. Indian Institute Of Clinical Research And Management (IICRM)
2. Cliniminds, Noida
3. James Lind Institute, Pune
4. Institute of Clinical Research India (ICRI), Bengaluru
5. CREMA, Mumbai

Students completing this program can work in multiple research domains including:

• Clinical operations
• Clinical data management
• Pharmacovigilance
• SAS programming
• Medical writing
• Regulatory affairs

Growing healthcare research, digital data management, and global trials ensure long-term career stability and growth.

• MSc in Clinical Research
• PG Diploma in Pharmacovigilance
• Advanced SAS Certification
• PG Diploma in Biostatistics
• Certifications in Regulatory Affairs

• Clinical Research Coordinator
• Clinical Research Associate
• Data Management Executive
• SAS Programmer / Statistical Analyst
• Pharmacovigilance Associate
• Medical Writer
• Quality Assurance Executive
• Regulatory Affairs Assistant

• Fresher: ₹3–5 LPA
• Experienced (2–5 years): ₹6–10 LPA
• SAS/Advanced roles: ₹8–15 LPA

International salaries in CROs and pharma companies may be significantly higher.