Degree Requirements | Current Students | Biotechnology Management | Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS)

Academic requirements for our graduate program can be found at Faculty of Graduate Studies—Program Requirements.

The program is structured to develop knowledge and skills in biotechnology and management during the first two semesters, and then extend the student’s knowledge and understanding through work placements, and a capstone experience in their final semester. Work placements are developmental in nature. They are designed for students to gain relevant work experience in the biotechnology sector, and designed for students to solidify their skills and commitment to the biotechnology sector. In some cases, students will continue with the same employer to allow for a deeper dive into the work, and further develop industry relations.

Program Requirements

The program focuses on developing theoretical and practical training in Biotechnology, laboratory techniques, managerial competencies, and practical industry skills in biotechnology through two work placements.

The program consists of 14 required courses- 6, 3-credit courses, and 8, 1.5-credit courses, for a total of 30 credits. Included in this are work placements, and a capstone experience (3 credits).

The normal program length is 20 months of full-time study.

Fall Term 1

Weeks 1-6			Week 7-12
GS/DMGM 5010 Organizational Theory and Strategic Management (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5030 Manufacturing and Service Operations Management (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5070 Organizational Behavior (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5050 Management Information Systems (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5040 Financial and Management Accounting (1.5 cr)

GS/BIOT 5010 Introduction to Biotechnology Practice (3 cr)

GS/BIOT 5020 Science Communication and Writing (3 cr)

Term Credit Total: 13.5 credits

Winter Term 1

Weeks 1-6			Week 7-12
GS/DMGM 5080 Law and Corporate Governance (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5060 Introduction to Financial Management (1.5 cr)	GS/DMGM 5020 Principles of Marketing Management (1.5 cr)

GS/BIOT 5030 Research and Development in Biotechnology (3 cr)

GS/BIOT 5040 Laboratory Skills in Biotechnology (3 cr)

GS/BIOT 5050 Data Analysis, Product Development and Commercialization in Biotechnology (3 cr)

Term Credit Total: 13.5 credits

Summer Term 1

Entire Semester
Work Placement

Term Credit Total: 0 credits

Fall Term 2

Entire Semester
Work Placement
Capstone Experience (3 credits)

Term Credit Total: 3 credits

Winter Term 2

Entire Semester
Work Placement

Term Credit Total: 0 credits

PROGRAM TOTAL: 30 CREDITS

Note: It is important to note that securing an internship within the Master of Biotechnology Management involves the traditional job search, application, and interview process, and that students are not directly placed with employer partners. However, the program offers comprehensive professional development support to equip candidates with the skills and resources needed to navigate the internship search, application, and interview process. Our goal is to ensure that candidates are fully prepared to succeed both in securing opportunities and excelling in their roles.

This is a graduate program consisting of coursework and work placements. We plan to offer a hybrid-learning program, emphasizing program flexibility. Our program would offer face-to-face courses in addition to online learning, allowing for student flexibility and community connections.

Learn More

The Graduate Program in Biotechnology Management at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.

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