Technology and Biotechnology
 
The uncertain environment of the biotechnology based product development requires a broad set of skills and know-how. It requires an understanding of IP management, valuation of emerging technologies and structuring of strategic alliances.

This course highlights the complexity and uncertainty of the drug discovery process and technology management as well as the urgency of financing needs faced by biotechnology companies. 
 
Biotechnology Industry Dynamics
 
The constant creation of new fields has revolutionized the biotechnology industry’s approach to drug discovery and has been a key driver with respect to the aggressive growth experienced by this sector. In a dynamic environment, formulating a successful strategy depends to a significant degree on learning with new direction and on recognizing opportunities that materialize during the process.

This course intends to unfold the challenges faced by biotechnology companies so that students can better understand the nature of change in the industry and exploit this knowledge by identifying areas where resources should be committed.
 
Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology
 
The goal of this course is aimed at highlighting the critical aspects of creating a new venture and making it grow. The students will learn the concepts of entrepreneurship and the competencies, skills, experience and resources to pursue different entrepreneurial opportunities in the biotechnology sector.