Program Overview Biotechnology M.P.S.Certificate

Why Earn Your Certificate in Biotechnology Management?

Develop in-demand biotech leadership expertise by learning from industry experts.

The Post-Baccalaureate 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. The four-course certificate program provides a foundational understanding of management and business processes within the biotechnology field. The courses are taught by industry professionals with extensive practical experience in the subjects they teach.

At a Glance

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What Are My Career Options Studying Biotechnology Management?

In this program, you’ll gain a better understanding of how the biotechnology industry operates, discuss legal and ethical issues relevant to the life sciences, master project management tools and principles to more effectively bring biotechnology projects to commercialization, and strengthen organizational leadership skills. Every experience in the program is designed to position you to rise to the next level.

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

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

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Review Biotechnology Management Certificate Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or any subject with sufficient coursework in relevant life science topics such as foundations of biology and organic chemistry OR a bachelor’s degree in any subject combined with work experience in the life sciences.

3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale
Statement outlining the student’s goals and expectations in the program
Current, industry formatted resume
Official transcripts from each college & university previously attended

Optional Documents:

Professional letters of recommendation
GRE test is not required

Additional International Requirements:

English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS)
Shady Grove requirements for International Applicants

Start Your Graduate Admissions Application

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.

Have Questions?

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

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

All Students:
Apply by August 1

Spring Semester

All Students:
Apply by December 1

Summer Semester

Domestic Students:
Apply by May 1

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Contact Information

Biotechnology Management Program Contacts

Program Director

Mark Schenerman
Mark01@umbc.edu

Shady Grove Contact

sgprofessionalprograms@umbc.edu

UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information

Mailing Address

UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

Admissions Staff

Staff are available from Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 410-455-2537

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Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.

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