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Welcome to UMBC Biotechnology Programs Information Session April 27, 2011 umbc

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Welcome to UMBC Biotechnology Programs Information Session April 27, 2011 umbc

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    1. Welcome to UMBC Biotechnology Programs Information Session April 27, 2011 umbc.edu/biotech 1

    2. Staff Introductions Program Progression Overview Student Services Overview Q & A 2

    3. MPS: Biotechnology (Part-time evenings) 10 courses (30 credits) In order to complete the MPS program within 5 semesters, you will need to take two courses per semester Certificate in Biotechnology Management 4 courses (12 credits) Certificate in Biochemical Regulatory Engineering 4 courses (12 credits) MS in Applied Molecular Biology (Full-time) 31 credits 3

    4. MPS: Biotechnology – 30 credits Life Science Courses (15 credits) BTEC 650: Applied Biochemistry BTEC 651: Molecular and Cell Biology BTEC 652: Molecular Biotechnology BTEC 653: Applied Bioprocess Engineering BTEC 654: Emerging Topics in Biotechnology Core Management Courses (12 credits) BTEC 660: Regulatory Issues in Biotechnology* BTEC 665: Management, Leadership and Communication* BTEC 670: Legal and Ethical Issues in the Science Profession* BTEC 680: Financial Management for Science Professionals* Program Electives (Choose one of the following 3-credit courses) BTEC 662: Good Manufacturing Practices for Bioprocesses BTEC 685: Project Management Fundamentals BTEC 690: Innovation and Technology Entrepreneurship *Courses that comprise the Certificate in Biotechnology Management 4

    5. Certificates in Biotechnology Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology Management (4 courses) Ideal for bench scientists or students who want a good understanding of the business aspects and ethical and legal issues of biotechnology All four courses transferable to MPS: Biotechnology Graduate Certificate in Biochemical Regulatory Engineering (4 courses) Ideal for students who want to learn about the ins and outs of the FDA approval process and want to explore pre-market considerations that help ensure product approval 5

    6. 6 M.S. in Applied Molecular Biology 31 credits

    7. 7 Benefits of MPS: Biotechnology Program Outstanding faculty; experts in the field; extensive industry experience Flexible schedule: evening and hybrid courses MPS: Biotechnology students are eligible for optimal internships Convenient location Competitively priced

    8. Diverse Student Population Learn with students from: Research, government and private agencies Pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies Medical equipment and devices Biologics testing and biotech related products Food industry New biotech start-ups 8

    9. Practical Applications of the MPS Biotechnology Program 9 Bench scientists who want to move into the business or management aspects of the biotechnology industry Professionals with science backgrounds who want to enter the biotech field Biotech professionals interested in career advancement Students and recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in the biotechnology field

    10. CPS Program Staff 10

    11. Student Support Services CPS umbc.edu/biotech Internships - Shriver Center shrivercenter.umbc.edu Career Services careers.umbc.edu Financial Aid Office umbc.edu/financialaid 11

    12. Admission Requirements A bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or chemical/biochemical engineering Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale Two semesters of general chemistry and two semesters of organic chemistry GREs are not required Deadline for fall applications is August 15. 12

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