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Small lecture size, based largely on in-class discussion. Quizzes before every lecture, most covering textbook material. There is one group project where you will put together a 30 page business plan for a start-up. Only two exams.Rate My Professors ↗
This is my first class in the business school, and Martin was great. He was enthusiastic, friendly, helpful and gave a lot of feedback on homework. Only downside was reading 10-20 pages of case studies/articles every week w/ brief analysis and book quizzes online (easy to skim) AND a group project at the end. I would definitely take again!Rate My Professors ↗
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BIOMDSCI 802 teaches how to translate scientific discoveries into successful businesses by applying fundamental business principles to biotechnology operations.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2025–Fall 2025 · limited sampleExplores contemporary business issues in biotechnology and applies concepts for firm success, covering leadership, funding, and finance.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
MHR 734: Venture Creation teaches students to evaluate, formalize, and communicate new venture ideas while developing original product or service concepts.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025MHR 990 is an independent research course for PhD students to complete their dissertation thesis requirements.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
No recorded grade history
| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | BIOMDSCI 802 | Business of Biotechnology: Business Fundamentals |
| Fall 2026 | BIOMDSCI 822 | Business of Biotechnology: Commercialization Pathways |
| Fall 2026 | MHR 734 | Venture Creation |
| Fall 2026 | MHR 990 | Management Independent Research Phd Thesis |
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