Program Overview Biotechnology M.P.S.Certificate

Why Study Biotechnology?

Join a tradition of excellence in the life sciences at UMBC, and be part of addressing some of today’s most pressing challenges.

Global challenges in human health, food security, sustainable industrial production and environmental protection continue to fuel the biosciences industry, creating new opportunities within four major subsectors: agricultural feedstock and chemicals, drugs and pharmaceuticals, medical devices and equipment, and testing and medical laboratories. UMBC’s strong academic programs in the life sciences, including its biotechnology programs, are led by a distinguished faculty of nearly 50 members spanning several interdisciplinary departments. UMBC’s established academic and research expertise in the biosciences provides a foundation for programs in biotechnology management and biochemical regulatory engineering.

At a Glance

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Which Program is Right for You?

Master of Professional Studies in Biotechnology

UMBC’s biotechnology master’s degree is designed to provide students with the skills sought by the biotechnology industry. The curriculum offers advanced instruction in the life sciences, along with coursework in regulatory affairs, leadership, management, commercialization and legal issues inherent to a life science-oriented business.

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Certificate in Biotechnology Management

The Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology Management is designed for life science professionals who are interested in leading teams or starting a company—or who are currently engaged in either. Four courses taught by industry professionals provide a foundational understanding of management and business processes within the biotechnology field.

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Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.

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Start Your Graduate Admissions Application

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Check application decisions (6-8 weeks)

Please note that application decisions can take 6-8 weeks after the program’s deadline, and depend on how many applications a department receives. You will receive an email once the department processes your decision letter. You will be able to see your decision letter by logging in to the application website. Your decision letter will be where the application checklist was. You may also check your recommendation statuses to send reminders or update contact information from the user page. If you are having trouble logging back in, you can recover your account.

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Please contact the appropriate Graduate School staff member for assistance, or contact our Main Office at gradschool@umbc.edu or 410-455-2537.

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Biotechnology Program Contacts

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Admissions Staff

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Biotechnology Graduate Programs