Cannabis Research (CRS)

CRS 600:  Applied Rsrch Design & Methods  
The purpose of this course is to teach basic research skills and concepts needed to plan, conduct, and analyze data from a research project. Quantitative, qualitative, mixed method approaches to research will be introduced, as well as ethical issues in conducting research. Using the framework of the research project proposal, this course will focus on how to identify emerging research topics, state research objectives, perform scientific literature searches, derive variables, state hypotheses, develop an appropriate study design, and conduct basic statistical analyses.
Credits: 3  
College: Institute for Emerging Health Professions  
Schedule Type: On-Line  
CRS 610:  Cannabis Capstone Project  
The Capstone Project course is the culmination of the master of science degree program in Medical Cannabis Science & Business. In this course, students will apply knowledge and skills acquired throughout the entire program of study, to develop and conduct a professional and comprehensive research project in an area of their interest in the cannabis field. Working with a faculty mentor, students will make connections among concepts, ideas, and experiences gained from the cannabis medicine, science, and business courses, and apply them to their research project. This course should be taken during the final semester of study and will culminate in a final paper and a virtual presentation.
Credits: 1-3  
College: Institute for Emerging Health Professions  
Schedule Type: On-Line