Effective resource management and strategic portfolio planning are foundational to success in clinical research and product development. This lecture series will provide a comprehensive overview of how organizations can optimize their clinical trial operations, allocate resources efficiently, and make informed decisions about their product portfolios in an increasingly complex and competitive environment. Participants will explore the principles underpinning resource management, including workforce planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and the use of digital tools to streamline processes. The course will also examine best practices in portfolio planning, focusing on how to balance scientific opportunity, regulatory considerations, and market potential when prioritizing assets and shaping clinical development strategies.

You will gain the skills needed to navigate challenges such as limited resources, evolving regulations, and shifting patient needs. By the end of the series, you will be equipped to contribute to robust portfolio decisions and implement resource plans that maximize value, minimize risk, and support innovation within your clinical trial team.

Upon successful completion of the course, the Learner will be able to:

• Define the fundamentals of resource management, including budgeting, workforce planning, and capacity forecasting.
• List the key elements and methodologies of portfolio planning in clinical research.
• Identify best practices for balancing innovation, resource constraints, and regulatory requirements.
• Describe common digital tools and data analytics used to support decision-making in clinical trial operations.
• Recognize approaches for measuring and monitoring the impact of resource and portfolio strategies over time.
• Recall core principles of resource management used in planning and executing clinical trials.