Certificate in Biotechnology BioBusiness

2-6 Semesters

Full-Time or Part-Time
10 Credits

Flexible Curriculum

Master the basics of business to move from academia into industry.

What You’ll Learn

The Certificate in Biotechnology BioBusiness provides scientists with business skills and opportunities in the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries.

Biotechnology has catalyzed a vibrant industry that is a major engine of economic growth for the United States and global economies. The demand for scientists with business backgrounds to serve in managerial positions in the biotechnology industry continues to grow. This certificate equips scientists with the proper training to rise to managerial positions.

Master’s or Certificate?

The certificate program and the M.S. in Biotechnology BioBusiness Track both equip students for managerial positions in the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries.

BioBusiness CertificateMaster of Science – BioBusiness Track
2+ semesters (10 credits)2+ semesters (30 credits)
Full-time or part-timeFull-time or part-time
Fall or Spring startFall or Spring start
No capstoneCapstone internship
Ideal for Ph.D. students, postdocs, medical students, early-career faculty, research associates, and research scientistsIdeal for undergraduate alumni interested in advanced degrees such as an MBA, J.D., Ph.D., M.D., or Pharm.D.

Career Advancement

Our students benefit from the services of the Biomedical Graduate Education career office, including one-on-one advising, skills workshops, leadership programs and more.

Courses

Certificate in Biotechnology BioBusiness students complete four core required courses, five elective courses, and a portfolio project.

Biotechnology BioBusiness certificate students must complete these required courses:

  • BIOT 5200 Financial Matrix in Biotechnology (1 credit)
  • BIOT 5230 Intellectual Property (2 credits)
  • BIOT 5500 Management Strategies for Biotech Companies (1 credit)
  • BIOT 5510 Commercialization for the Biotechnology Industry (1 credit)

For more information, please contact us.

Select five of the elective courses below to tailor the program to your interests.

Fall Electives

  • BIOT 5520 Marketing Applications in Biotechnology (1 credit)
  • BIOT 5570 Strategic Leadership in Science & Technology (1 credit)

Spring Electives

  • BIOT 5430 Current Good Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices (cGLMP) for Biotechnology (1 credit)
  • BIOT 5550 Government, Science & Technology Management (1 credit)
  • BIOT 5660 Drug Development to Post Approval (1 credit)
  • BIOT 6430 FDA Case Studies (1 credit)
  • BIOT 8001 Portfolio & Project Management (1 credit)

For more information, please contact us.

Example Program Plan

The following is an example schedule of courses for full-time students. Our students typically complete the 10-credit program in two semesters.

International students on F-1 or J-1 visas subject to special credit requirements, or others interested in a different division of credits between semesters, should view the Example Program Plan for International Students.

Fall

Course NameCredit(s)
BIOT 5200: Financial Matrix in Biotechnology1
BIOT 5230: Intellectual Property 2
Elective 11
Elective 21
5 Credits

Spring

Course NameCredit(s)
BIOT 5500: Management Strategies for Biotech Companies1
BIOT 5510: Commercialization for the Biotechnology Industry1
Elective 31
Elective 41
Elective 51
5 Credits

Example Program Plan for International Students

The following is an example schedule of courses for international students on F-1 or J-1 visas. F-1/J-1 students must take at least 9 credits in their first semester; they may complete all 10 credits in the first semester, or take the last credit in a second semester. Other students are also welcome to distribute their courses this way if they wish!

Fall

Course NameCredit(s)
BIOT 5200: Financial Matrix in Biotechnology1
BIOT 5230: Intellectual Property 2
BIOT 5500: Management Strategies for Biotech Companies1
Elective 11
Elective 21
Elective 31
Elective 41
Elective 51
9 Credits

Spring

Course NameCredit(s)
BIOT 5510: Commercialization for the Biotechnology Industry1
1 Credit

Join Us in Spring or Fall 2025!

Spring/Fall Early Application: October 15
Spring Final Deadline: November 1
Fall Priority Application: May 15
Fall Final Deadline: July 1