In an environment that is ever-changing with organizational mergers, role revisions, and an emphasis on risk-based oversight approaches, the need for better communication skills and comfort with change is essential. The focus of this course is to enhance communication skills and support personal development while building stronger team relationships in clinical research settings. This course is designed to demonstrate and reinforce techniques such as prioritization, greater effectiveness, flexibility to support work-life balance, communication, and focusing on becoming leaders in our individual areas. Self-evaluation and consideration of “why” we react to things the way we do and how we can implement change will be addressed through various activities. These skills are valuable in addressing many of the everyday stresses faced by those in the clinical research industry.

Learning Objectives

Evaluate communication strategies and responsibilities in a productive clinical research work environment
Identify the soft skills requirements required for effective leadership
Develop effective communication skills for project teams
Evaluate approaches for successful implementation of change management
Apply techniques and tools to manage performance issues and non-compliance

Who Should Attend

Investigators
Study Coordinators
Site Managers
Project Managers
General Managers
Project and Department Leads
Clinical Research Associates
Regulatory Managers
Clinical Trial Assistants

Instructor

The course will be led by one of the following instructors:

Nikki Christison, B.S., C.C.R.A.

Holly J. Deiaco-Smith, M.S.Ed.

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Course Outline

Day One: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Introduction: The Imperative for Change: Talent Trends in the Industry; Common Challenges of Clinical Research Professionals; Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Interpretation
Module 1: First Things First - Proactivity and Prioritization: Being Deliberate; Proactive Language; Prioritization and Time Management - Quadrant II
Module 2: Communicator: Fostering Trust and Credibility with Stakeholders; Active Listening - a Leader's Most Powerful Tool; Increasing Self-Awareness; Win-Win Thinking; Influencing without Authority; Managing Conflict; Transforming Relationships

Day Two: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Module 3: Accountability & Professionalism: Accountability - Mindset and Behaviors; Pride and Professionalism
Module 4: Problem Solving: Problem Solving Mindset; Problem Solving Framework; Change Management
Module 5: Leading Teams through Change: Team Development Stages; Alignment and Collaboration; Tips for getting your teams to Performing

Interactive Activities

Team identification of challenges
Individual identification of management style goal
Active listening starting with a problem statement
Identifying challenges and risks in daily role and proactive management techniques
Learning journal: To be repeated at end of each module to identify personal goals and objectives after each section
Team identification of risks related to upcoming changes and approaches for proactive management and communication
Leadership challenges and identification of what makes a leader: Teams answer questions related to what makes a “good” leader
Scenario reviews and solutions based on effective communication and follow through
Group Root Cause Analysis (RCA) with 5 Whys and Fishbone Diagram
Communication issues: How to do a basic task

Registration Fees

Registration fees include assorted breakfast items that will be available each day ½ hour prior to the start of the seminar. Also included is a Networking Lunch that will be served each training day.

Special rates are available for multiple attendees from the same organization. Contact Melissa Dolen at 781-972-5418 to discuss your options and take advantage of the savings.

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Accreditation Information

Barnett International is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Participants will receive 15 hours (1.5 CEUs) of continuing education credit for full participation, including the completion of a pre-test, post-test, and program evaluation. Barnett International will issue a receipt of completion for earned CEUs within three weeks of program completion. ACPE#: 0778-0000-17-060-L01-P. Released: 2/17.

Hold this course at your company! For more information, contact Naila Ganatra at +1 215.413.2471.