BUSINESS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY: BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS

BIOMDSCI 832

Examine how companies gain and sustain competitive advantages by utilizing business tools, methods, and strategies. Critique how company leaders make decisions under uncertainty. Integrate the knowledge and skills gained from prior studies (e.g., marketing, management, finance, accounting) to apply synergistic responses and insights when developing company-wide strategy.

BIOMDSCI 720

Success in the biotechnology industry is based on learning the language and understanding the development process utilized in bringing products to market. Focus on techniques used in the biotechnology industry to comply with the quality and regulatory requirements set forth by professional and governmental agencies in the effort to develop, manufacture, and commercialize products safely for the public.

BIOMDSCI 830

Focus on effective management and career development techniques that lead to career success. Practice and apply skills needed to effectively lead synergistic team success within a biotechnology company. Explore different communication styles used to engage and assess employees. Expand career pathways through networking and by generating professional resumes and interviewing skills.

BIOMDSCI 822

Explore contemporary issues in the business of biotechnology and apply concepts critical to the success of modern biotechnology firms. Focus on modern problem-solving topics, including issues relating to corporate leadership, fundings sources for product development, customer identification, financial accounting management, and negotiation.

BIOMDSCI 831

Investigate state-of-the-art topics of global importance to biotechnology. Integrated skills and knowledge to achieve synergistic levels of understanding the importance of biotechnology today. Formulate the scientific, ethical, and regulatory standards used in the development of novel technologies around the globe. Increase awareness for intellectual collaboration and entrepreneurship opportunities.