Prepare for Success in
the Life Science Industry
F LORIDA ATLANTIC BIOTECH BRIDGE
Florida Atlantic
and
Biotech Bridge connects science
other applicable majors with industry,
offering certificate programs that prepare versatile graduates for successful careers in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. The innovative coursework is complemented by guidance opportunities from industry experts and experiential learning focused on required laboratory skills.
A rapidly growing high-skill, high-wage workforce:
Florida’s bioscience industry is large and growing, with employment increasing by 11% since 2018, matching the national growth rate and reaching nearly 107,000 jobs in 2021.
The biosciences industry is diversified – pharmaceutical, medical devices, medical laboratories and research –into more than 6,000 establishments in Florida and provides employment for 87,061 people.
The average wage for workers employed in the bioscience industry is $99,000, that is 85% higher than average wage of workers employed in any other private sector.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 7% growth rate for jobs in this sector between 2018 and 2028, which is faster than the projected growth rate of 5% for all other professions.
Professional Science Master's
in the Business of Biotechnology
For students interested in obtaining a graduate degree to enhance their competitive edge in the workforce, the professional science master’s in the business of biotechnology (PSM-BB) option is tailored to the business side of the emerging biotechnology industry.
Who qualifies for this program?
Students with undergraduate training in biology or chemistry are eligible for this program that offers traditional classroom courses in both business and science and culminates with two internship experiences focused on the research lab and the biotech business environments.
What courses are required?
The PSM-BB is a total of 34 credit hours.
Core Courses (10 credits required)
Business Courses (9 credits required, choose from list below)
ACG 6027
ENT 6186
MAR 6837
MAR 6815
MAR 6055
ENT 6426
MAN 6296
MAN 6156
ENT 6116
MAN 6581
MAN6609
Science Courses (15 credits required)
The science courses are electives. See website for more information on courses options.
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Venture Creation Biotech Business Development PSM Business Internship PSM Science Internship 3 credits 3 credits 2 credits 2 credits
6016 ENT 6196 MAN 6946 BSC 6946
Financial
Technology Commercialization
Developing
Innovations Advanced
Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Capital Leadership and
Human Resources Management Advanced Business Plan Development Project Management Cross-Cultural Management and Human Resources 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits
Accounting Concepts
Strategies
and Marketing
Marketing Management
Functions/Processes
Venture
Organizations
Undergraduate Biotechnology Certificate Program
Scientific and technological advancements continually open new areas of growth in the biotechnology industry, which span the agricultural, industrial and medical fields.
FAU’s Biotechnology Certificate program is designed to encourage and prepare students seeking careers in this rapidly growing industry, focusing on molecular and microbiology techniques and preparation for working in a regulated laboratory setting.
For more information, visit science.fau.edu/certificates.php
Who qualifies for these programs?
• FAU biology and chemistry students with a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Graduates of FAU or other accredited institutions with a bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry
• Possible consideration for students in other majors with equivalent academic experience
What courses are required?
Students can complete the certificate program in two years or less. The track is a total of 14 credit hours and includes two lecture courses and four lab courses.
MCB 3023
MCB 3023L
BCH 3103L BSC 4403L PCB 3063
Where are these courses held?
All classes and labs are taught on FAU’s Boca Raton campus; however, there is a virtual option for the lecture courses.
In addition to the formal coursework, students are highly encouraged to attend the Florida Atlantic Biotech Bridge Seminar Series.
General Microbiology General Microbiology Lab Biochemistry Lab Lab Methods in Biotechnology Genetics 3 credits 1 credit 3 credits 3 credits 4 credits All All Fall, Spring Spring All
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Pharmaceutical Technology Certificate Program
Pharmaceutical technology is a rapidly growing field involving the design, manufacturing, inspection and packaging of medicines, as well as research for new drugs, their validation, delivery system and scaling up the manufacturing process.
FAU’s Pharmaceutical Technology Certificate program provides students a unique opportunity to understand the drug development process, emphasizing the role of biology, chemistry, biochemical, analytical, formulation and regulatory aspects of drug discovery.
Individuals who plan to pursue a career in the biopharmaceutical industry and have completed higher-level undergraduate courses including organic chemistry II and biochemistry I. And other qualifications listed on page 4.
What courses are required?
Students can complete the certificate program in one year or less. The track is a total of 14 credit hours.
Required Courses:
CHM 4274C
CHM 4273
CHM 4139
CHM 4139L
Elective Courses: Science Internship Course
IDS 3941
CHM 4220
CHM 4276C
CHM 4350
CHM 4933
CHM 4933
BCH 3103L
BCH 4035
BSC 4932
Organic Chemistry 3 Introduction to Drug Formulation
Structural Biochemistry
Introduction to Drug Development Introduction to Drug Design Bioanalytical Instrumentation Bioanalytical Instrumentation Lab 3 credits 3 credits 2 credits 2 credits Fall Summer Spring Spring
Organic Spectroscopy Chemical Biology Biochemistry Laboratory Advanced Biochemistry 2 CMBB Research Seminar 1-3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 1 credit All Fall Spring Fall All Fall Fall, Spring Fall Fall, Spring
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Florida Atlantic Biotech Bridge Seminar Series
Florida Atlantic Biotech Bridge Seminar Series, supported by the Davimos Foundation, offers a lineup of esteemed speakers from industry and academia to share insights and real-world experience. Each speaker is open to Q&A and dialog with the audience. The seminar series welcomes faculty, students and the community, during the fall and spring semesters, to FAU’s Boca
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Kelly Smallridge President and CEO, Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
Life Sciences companies are putting Palm Beach County under a microscope and finding a myriad of reasons to start, relocate, or expand here. We have nearly 700 companies operating here that are primarily engaged in R&D or the manufacturing of biotechnologies, medical devices and pharmaceuticals.”
Internships
Internships are key to Florida Atlantic Biotech Bridge program, offering meaningful, real-world experiences in actual biotechnology or biopharmaceutical companies. These applied learning experiences pave the way for future employment. Program staff and the FAU Career Center work with companies in the South Florida area to help secure professional experience opportunities for students.
Juniors or seniors with a 3.0 GPA or above may also earn academic credit for their internships by enrolling in the science internship course (1-3 credit).
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Courtney Cocilova, Ph.D. Analytical Development Scientist ADMA Biologics
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The Drug Development Course at FAU provided invaluable information on the processes involved in drug discovery and development. I networked and built relationships with industry professionals that led to an internship opportunity at a local pharmaceutical company. The hands-on experience and technical knowledge I gained was essential for starting a career as a recent graduate.”
FLORIDA ATLANTIC BIOTECH BRIDGE
FAU Center for Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (CMBB)
FAU Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton
For more information: Shailaja Allani, Ph.D., Director, CMBB cmbb@fau.edu
