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Clinical Data Management Training CDM-Certification Course

Duration: 2 Months
Mode: Live Online / Campus
Access: EDC Database
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At Bangalore Clinical Research Institute (BCRI), we are committed to shaping future-ready professionals through our Clinical Data Management Training Certification.

Our goal is to make students job-ready by delivering industry-updated course content, practical training, and an innovative learning approach—all at competitive prices.

Our curriculum is carefully designed to help you not only understand the theoretical aspects of clinical data management but also apply your skills effectively in real-world clinical research settings.

Whether you’re a fresher or working professional, BCRI ensures you gain the tools and confidence needed to succeed in the clinical data industry.

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What We Teach in Clinical Data Management Training ?

Our Clinical Data Management Certification Course is a 2-month, job-focused program that covers every essential aspect of managing clinical trial data with accuracy and compliance. The training is structured to give students both theoretical understanding and practical skills through real-world case scenarios and EDC tool practice. You will learn:

Core Concepts of Clinical Data Management (CDM)

Understand the clinical trial process, CDM lifecycle, and data flow from study setup to database lock.

Process Flow and Study Design

Learn protocol interpretation, CRF design, data collection, data validation, and discrepancy management.

Compliance with Global Regulations

Understand 21 CFR Part 11, GCP guidelines, and industry best practices for audit readiness.

Creating CDM Standards and SOPs

Build foundational knowledge in designing compliant CRFs, creating data standards, and adhering to regulatory guidelines.

Why Choose the Clinical Data Management Training?

Clinical Data Management (CDM) is a critical phase of every clinical trial. It ensures that the data collected is accurate, clean, and statistically valid — forming the foundation for key regulatory and development decisions in drug and device research.

Here’s why this training is essential for your career:

Integral to Every Clinical Trial Phase

CDM is not just a support function — it drives trial quality and data reliability. Every successful new drug or device approval relies on well-managed data.

Training with Industry-Standard CDM Tools

Gain hands-on experience with tools like Oracle Clinical, Medidata Rave, and eClinical Suite, which are widely used in global trials to manage large volumes of data with high compliance standards.

Understand Audit Trails & Compliance Standards

Learn how CDM systems maintain audit trails, minimize discrepancies, and comply with international standards such as 21 CFR Part 11 and CDISC.

Be Involved from Study Startup to Database Lock

From protocol review to CRF design and query resolution, Clinical Data Managers are involved in every step of a trial’s data lifecycle.

Skills You Gain with Clinical Data Management Training Certification

Join a job-oriented Clinical Data Management Course at BCRI with a proven placement track record.

✅ End-to-End Data Handling
Learn to collect, clean, and validate clinical trial data to meet FDA, EMA, and CDSCO standards, ensuring high-quality, error-free datasets.

✅ Hands-On CDMS Software Training
Gain real-world experience with Clinevo Clinical Data Management System—a industry-aligned platform with functionalities similar to Oracle Clinical and Medidata Rave.

✅ CRF Design & Database Setup
Master Case Report Form (CRF) design, database creation, and annotation to streamline clinical trial data collection.

✅ Medical Coding & Compliance
Code adverse events and medications using MedDRA and WHODrug, and ensure compliance with CDISC standards (SDTM, CDASH).

✅ Data Validation & Discrepancy Management
Identify and resolve data discrepancies, maintain audit trails, and prepare databases for final lock and analysis.

✅ Regulatory Guidelines & Best Practices
Understand ICH-GCP, 21 CFR Part 11, and global regulations to maintain data integrity and compliance.

✅ Ready for CDM Job Roles
Prepare for roles like Clinical Data Coordinator, CDM Associate, or Data Analyst in pharma, CROs, and research organizations.

Course Highlights - Clinical Data Management Training

Live Interactive Sessions

Engage with industry experts through real-time discussions and Q&A.

In-App Recording Access

Revisit lectures anytime with 3-month access to recorded sessions on the BCRI Class app.

Industry Experts

Learn from experienced professionals working in clinical research.

Hands-on Training

Work on real-world scenarios to develop job-ready skills.

Placement Assistance

Get help with resume building, mock interviews, and job referrals.

CDMS Access

Hands-on training with real-time tools

Course Content
Clinical Data Management Training
  • Overview of Clinical Research
  • Clinical Trial Phases
  • Phase 0 Study and Phase 5 Clinical Trials
    1. Exploratory Studies
    2. Safety Studies
    3. Efficacy and Safety studies
    4. Large Scale Trials
    5. Post Marketing Studies
  • Clinical Study vs. Clinical Trials
  • Treatment Trials
  • Prevention Trials
  • Diagnostic Trials
  • Screening Trials
  • Quality of Life Trials
  • Participants in Clinical Research
  • Protection and Ethical Considerations for Participation
  • Active Control Studies
  • Percentage of Drugs
  • Do Many Drugs Fail in Clinical Trials
  • Clinical Research vs. Usual Healthcare
  • Clinical Research vs. Medical Care
  • Phases of FDA Approval
  • Reasons for Conducting Clinical Studies
  • Microdosing in Clinical Research
  • Dose Ranging Studies
  • Single Ascending Dose (SAD)
  • Multiple Ascending Dose (MAD)
  • Trial Design: Efficacy vs Effectiveness
  • Investigational New Drug (IND) & New Drug Application(NDA)
  • Data Management Plan
  • Study Setup & Database Design
  • Tracking & Managing Clinical Trial Data
  • Data Collection & Management
  • Identifying and Managing Discrepancies
  • Clinical Trial Systems & Technology
  • Choosing Vendor Products
  • Implementing New Systems
  • System Validation & Quality Assurance
  • Test Plans
  • Data Migration & Legacy Systems Management
  • Approved Study Protocol
  • Project Management Plan (PMP)
  • Electronic Case Report Form (eCRF)
  • Specifications
  • Visit Form Matrix
  • Database (DB) Design & Development
  • Data Validation Specifications (DVS)
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • IxRS (Interactive Response Technology)
  • Integration
  • Final Sign-Off & Go-Live
  • Data Management Plan (DMP)
  • Creating Hierarchies
  • SOPs and Guidelines
  • Working with CROS
  • CRF Design Consideration
  • Remote Data Entry
  • Data Entry in RDC and Discrepancy
  • Management in RDC
  • Auto Coder Algorithms
  • Basic Statistics for Clinical Trials
  • Clinical Trials in Practice
  • Reporting and Reviewing Clinical Trials
  • Protocol Development
  • Data Entry in RDC and Discrepancy
  • Management in RDC
  • Auto coder Algorithms
  • Trial Designs
  • Project Management
  • Regulatory Affairs, GCP and Ethical Guidelines
  • Data Management
  • Data monitoring and Interim analyses
  • Data Reconciliation
  • DCMs and DCIs
  • Data Creation & Collection Modules
  • CRF Tracking, Design & Data Entry
  • System Validation
  • Data Validation & Quality Checks
  • Testing & Data Base Readiness
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Managing Lab Data
  • Identifying and Managing Discrepancies
  • Collecting AE Data
  • SAE Reconciliation
  • Clinical Data: As per SOPs, Protocol, and Study Specific Guidelines Medical Coding
  • IxRS Reconciliation
    1. Data Review & Quality Control (QC)
    Listing reviews & consistency checks
    QC process & status reports
    Final subject visit & follow-up completion
    2. Medical Coding & Safety Review
    3. Query Resolution & Database Review and Validation
    4. Database Lock & Documentation (QC and QA)
    5. Data Submission & Archival
    Documentation finalized per DMP & SOP
    Data archived/submitted for regulatory approval
  • Introduction to EDC Systems
  • EDC Work flow
  • Study Setup and Configuration
  • Data Entry and Validation
Clinical Data Management Training Certification – Course Fees

Flexible Learning, Career-Focused Training

Certication Course Clinical Research & Data Management

( CR+CDM )
  • Mode (Online/Classroom)
  • Live interactive classes
  • Industry-expert trainers
  • EDC Database Access
  • Data Cleaning & Validation
  • Industry-Standard Curriculum

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  • Prerequisite: Basic understanding of pharmacovigilance (course completed from any institute is welcome)
  • Ideal for working professionals and students aiming to become Drug Safety Associates or PV Managers
  • Hands-on training with Clinevo Safety Database and industry tools
  • Live online classes with real-world case practice and optional internship

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Career Opportunities
After Clinical Data Management Training

Completing BCRI’s Clinical Data Management Certification prepares you for high-demand roles in clinical research, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare IT. With the rise in global clinical trials and digitized data handling, skilled CDM professionals are critical to ensuring accurate, compliant, and submission-ready trial data.

Equipped with expertise in Clinevo CDMS, CRF design, regulatory standards (CDISC, FDA, EMA), and data validation, you’ll be ready to apply for roles like:

Many of our students get placed even before course completion thanks to our strong industry connections, interview preparation support, and internship opportunities.

📢 BCRI offers complete placement assistance – from resume building to job referrals, helping you step confidently into the CRO industry.

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FAQs About Clinical Data Management Training

Clinical Data Management (CDM) is a crucial component in clinical research, which leads to the generation of high-quality, clean, reliable, and statistically sound data from clinical trials which helps to produce drug development to marketing. Clinical data management (CDM) enables organizations to maintain data integrity throughout a clinical research study. Clinical data management ensures that a dataset is accurate, secure, reliable, and ready for analysis.


Clinical Data Management (CDM) relies on several essential tools to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of clinical trial data. EDC systems replace traditional paper-based data collection methods. They allow researchers to collect, manage, and monitor clinical trial data electronically. BCRI too will provide EDC access to students for their real-time scenarios.

The career path for a Clinical Data Manager typically begins with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, health sciences, or pharma. Entry-level positions may involve roles like Data Coordinator or Clinical Data Associate or Clinical Data Analyst. As the demand for well-managed and high-quality clinical trial data continues to grow, so does the need for skilled professionals is high in CDM.

The role of a Clinical Data Manager (CDM) is crucial in the field of clinical research, as they are responsible for overseeing the collection, management, and analysis of data generated during clinical trials. The primary focus of a Clinical Data Manager (CDM) is to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and quality of clinical trial data. CDMs contribute significantly to developing new medical treatments by ensuring reliable clinical trial data.

The Scope of Clinical Data Management includes wide range of activities: which includes Data Design and Collection: Crafting Case Report Forms (CRFs), development of protocols, defining data standards, and overseeing data capture from various sources like electronic systems, paper forms, and medical devices and this field has a broad scope of job opportunities across various sectors within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries with roles like Clinical data manager (CDM), Clinical data coordinator, Data entry specialist, Clinical data analyst, Clinical Data Programmer, Quality Assurance Specialist (Clinical Data) etc..

Data Management in clinical research ensures data quality and compliance throughout the data life cycle, while SAS is a statistical analysis tool used after the data management phase for advanced analyses.

BCRI prepares students for the clinical research industry by providing a comprehensive curriculum, real-time exposure through practical projects, and potential industry collaborations. The institution focuses on developing advanced skills in clinical data management, pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, and Good Clinical Practice, fostering leadership capabilities for successful careers in the field.

Life science, Pharmacy, Medical Graduates & Post Graduates (including BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BPT)

CDM is majorly into the collection of Data and integration, while SAS is more about Data Analysis and final report generation. Choose based on your interest if more interested in enjoying working with data, managing clinical study databases, and being associated with data CDM is a fit, else you prefer statistical analysis, programming, analyzing data, create summary reports and SAS could be more appealing.

Yes, the internship will be provided at the end of the course for a period of two months. We believe that by performing an activity, internship enhance your existing theoretical knowledge and improves your skills.

Yes, We do have 100% placement Support on successful completion of the course. Each student is entitled to placement assistance. Our placement officer is dedicated to finding a suitable opportunity for each student. We are proud to state within a short duration we have been successful in placing our students in the field of clinical operations as CRCs and process coordinators, as drug safety associates in Pharmacovigilance departments, QA personnel in medical writing departments and as Jr. SAS programmers.

Students who have completed a course in clinical research from any other organization may approach us for internship assistance.

We cannot guarantee that a company will hire you, as it is based on your performance during an interview. However, we do provide 100% placement assistance. till date, we have 100% Placement record.

As Life Science Graduates, one can have good opportunities in  Research & Development Wet & dry Labs, but not all get such opportunities. Enhancing your skills to work in a CRO will be the right choice. you can Join Courses Like PG Diploma in Clinical Research, Clinical Data Management, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Writing, Medical Coding, Clinical Data Analysis, etc,   

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Teena Rajan
I have completed Advance PG diploma in Clinical Research and Pharmacovigilance from BCRI. My PV trainer was Dev sir. My CDM trainer was Ishani mam. Dev Sir,is very interacting and he made our class interesting. He is very much knowledged and clears all our doubts. He is good in explaining all concepts. I had an amazing experience . I truly recommend this course from BCRI to all PV aspirants.
Aishu Barani
I have completed Certification in Clinical Data Management. BCRI has sent my profile to a recruiting company & within 3 months of course completion i got a offer from Randstad for a Intern position in Merck group. This course helped me to pursue my dream career. I can't thank them enough for the placement assistance. Thank you Priya Mam for your excellent teaching & guidance. And thank you Poornima for being so friendly, supportive & assisting throughout the course & in the placement.
Jhansi Reddy
I have completed my CDM and CR modules conducted by Ms.Razia begum madam from BCRI. The training was excellent ,Classes are very helpful to me to understand in easy way. i would like to thank my instructor Razia mam for the interactive sessions and BCRI team.
Sandeep Reddy
BCRI is a good platform for freshers to learn and gain knowledge on clinical research. All the trainers are awesome and all are very helpful to clear the concepts in pharmacovigilance and clinical data management. They provide assessment and clarifications to make better understanding of concepts and make us confident. Grooming class very good and it helps for getting job
Moitrayee Das
I have completed the Clinical Data Management course conducted by Mr. Atul Anand from BCRI..The training was excellent. As a fresher in this field I have learnt a lot from this training.. I would like to thank Mr. Atul Anand sir for the very informative, interesting & interactive sessions and I would also like to thank the BCRI team..
Juno Joo
Personally i appreciate and thank Ms.Razia Begum who took us through CR and CDM modules . The classes were interactive and productive. She made the topics way easier to understand and grasp details . I really appreciate the effort and her way of entertaining and engaging us in the classes.
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