Biotechnology, M.P.S.

Degree Requirements

UMBC’s Biotechnology curriculum is intended to address changes in the needs of the biotechnology industry through experiential learning. The program offers advanced instruction in the life sciences, plus coursework in regulatory affairs, leadership, management, and financial management.

The M.P.S. Biotechnology represents a new kind of degree designed to prepare science professionals to fill management and leadership roles in biotechnology-related companies or agencies organizations. This unique degree offers an alternative to a MBA or Ph.D. degree.

Program Curriculum

The core consists of five courses (15 credits) that precede a capstone course (3 credits) for a total of six courses (18 credits). The Biotechnology core provides students with key practical skills needed to succeed in biotechnology industries. The capstone project is initiated during the first semester and culminates in the capstone course.

The tracks permit students to specialize in sub-areas of biotechnology that most suit their interests. These tracks will focus on topics that best prepare students for difficult-to-fill jobs in the biotechnology industry.

Biotech Core: 6 Courses [18 credits]

Regulatory Track: 4 courses [12 credits]

This track focuses on the regulatory environment. The curriculum provides students with a foundation in regulatory affairs, GMP manufacturing, quality control and systems and clinical trials management.

Bioprocessing Track: [12 credits]

This track focuses on the technology of making and purifying commercially valuable products from living systems. Students interested in bench-science careers in biotechnology related to the development and manufacture of biologic products will benefit from choosing this track.