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2009-2010 University Catalog

MSBM 745 - Bioscience Product Development and Risk Management

Credits: 3
Explores best practices in product development in the life sciences (bioinformatics, bioscience, genomics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical). Students analyze practices in terms of gaining competitive advantage in an industry where new technologies and economic models for products are constantly being developed. Life science projects and product development efforts categorized and analyzed to develop and maintain the most favorable project or product asset portfolio to successfully carry out business goals and strategies. Analyzes effect of bioscience project investments on organization’s financial worth and performance, and bioscience industry segments and companies from perspective of choosing appropriate partnerships.

Prerequisites
Admission to MSBM program, or permission of instructor.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week
3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week
0