Research Administration Certificate (988)

Description

Research Administration is a complex and interesting field with roles spanning hospitals, universities, colleges and non-profit research organizations. Positions in Research Administration range from research facilitation to clinical trials, research ethics to laboratory/project management and more. Designed to develop effective research administrators, this program provides opportunities to learn new skill and gain understanding of key areas of research administration across industries to help you move forward in your career.

This program is aimed at pre-management research administrators or those planning a career in research administration. Cover core components of research administration – the funding environment, ethics, integrity and governance, funding proposals, project management, financial management, and contracts and reporting. Completion of this program allows you to gain recognition for your existing skills and develop new areas of knowledge and experience.

Led by industry professionals, courses are offered in a flexible, part-time, online and interactive format that may include face-to-face live video conferencing, allowing you to learn in an engaging environment without interrupting your current employment.

Continuing Education students usually complete this program in one to two years.
Most courses do not require textbooks, but some minor additional learning resources may be required. A CARA Membership (opens in new window) is required at approximately $200 per year.
 
Admission and Registration

You must apply, and be accepted, to this program prior to registering for courses.

Prospective students should be aware that this specialized program is tailored towards current and aspiring research administrators

To reserve a spot, email Continuing Education a brief expression of interest, explaining why you want to take the program and include your resume.

Once you've received official acceptance into the program you must become a CARA | ACAAR (opens in new window) member before registering for courses.

Financial Assistance

Bursary funding may be available. Learn more about Financial Assistance Options for Continuing Education Students.


Complete all 6 courses:

BUSN10175    Funding Proposals Development
BUSN10176    Contracts and Reporting
MGMT10155   Financial Management in Research Administration
RSCH10010    Canadian Research Funding Environment Introduction
RSCH10011    Research Ethics, Integrity and Governance
RSCH10012    Research Project Management 

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.

Overview

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  • Institution: Mohawk College
  • Program type: Certificate
  • Language: English
  • Program Code: 988
  • Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance

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Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.