MASTER OF SCIENCE IN
BIOTECHNOLOGY/MBA ABOUT THE PROGRAM
A dual offering of the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the Carey Business School Become an effective leader in today’s biotechnology business environment. Johns Hopkins University offers one of the nation’s first dual degree graduate programs in Biotechnology — preparing students to lead the charge in the laboratory and the boardroom by cultivating a strong mix of science and business skills. Graduates earn two Johns Hopkins degrees through this rigorous, part-time program. It capitalizes on the strengths of leading experts, Johns Hopkins academics, and a diverse student body.
CREDENTIALS AND PREREQUISITES
» Minimum of two years of progressive full-time professional experience after completing undergraduate studies » Undergraduate degree in the life sciences or engineering with at least a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale » TOEFL or IELTS score and course-by-course evaluation for international students » GMAT or GRE suggested (may be waived based on academic and/or professional experience)
FLEXIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
» Two semesters of biology » Two semesters of college chemistry, preferably with laboratories » Two semesters of organic chemistry, preferably with laboratories; students without adequate organic chemistry may be admitted provisionally to take 410.302 Bio-Organic Chemistry » Proficient quantitative skills » Strong communication and computer skills See the reverse for specific degree requirements.
The MS in Biotechnology/MBA is a part-time program designed for working adults. Students typically complete both degrees in three years. MS courses are taught fully online or may be taken during evenings and Saturdays at the Rockville, Maryland campus—the heart of the biotechnology industry, as well as at the Baltimore campus. MBA courses are taught at multiple locations: Baltimore, MD; Washington, DC and online during evenings and Saturdays.
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing the dual degree are required to take 10 courses for the MS in Biotechnology* and 21 courses for the MBA. Biotechnology Core Courses: » 410.601 Biochemistry » 410.602 Molecular Biology Sample Biotechnology Electives: » Translational Biotechnology: From Intellectual Property to Licensing » Managing and Leading Biotechnology Professionals or Leading Change in Biotechnology » Marketing Aspects of Biotechnology » Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Affairs of the Biotechnology Enterprise » Managerial Finance for Biotechnology » Technology Transfer and Commercialization » Regulatory Strategies in Biopharmaceuticals » Managing Innovation in the Life Sciences
» 410.603 Advanced Cell Biology I » 410.604 Advanced Cell Biology II
» Creating a Biotechnology Enterprise » Introduction to Regulatory Affairs » Human Molecular Genetics » Advanced Topics in Immunology » Genes and Diseases » Biostatistics » Biochemistry » Vaccinology » Virology » Introduction to Bioinformatics » Bioinformatics: Tools for Genome Analysis » Bioassay Development
* Ten courses are required for the general MS in Biotechnology degree. Several optional concentrations are offered, and may require a different total number of courses and other core courses than those listed above. Consult biotechnology.jhu.edu for degree requirements pertaining to specific concentrations.
MBA Courses at Carey Business School All classes are two credits and meet once per week for eight weeks (three hours each session). » 120.601 Business Communication » 121.610 Negotiation » 131.601 Business Leadership and Human Values » 132.601 Business Law » 142.620 Leadership in Organizations » 210.620 Accounting and Financial Reporting » 220.610 The Firm and the Macroeconomy
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Students apply for admission to both programs through the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Advanced Academic programs. Completed applications are reviewed by both schools. Please visit advanced.jhu.edu/biomba for a current and comprehensive list of application requirements.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information about the MS: Katherine Wellman, MS, MS, MBA,PDA Program Coordinator, Biotechnology Enterprise and Entrepreneurship 301.294.7112 kmwellman@jhu.edu
» 220.620 Economics for Decision Making » 231.620 Corporate Finance » 232.701 Investments » 310.620 Information Systems » 410.620 Marketing Management » 510.601 Statistical Analysis » 520.601 Decision Models » 680.620 Operations Management » Six (6) Carey Electives
for more information regarding the MBA courses or requirements, please contact: Wendy Rumrill Assistant Director of Admissions Carey Business School 410.234.9346 wrumril1@jhu.edu
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updated as of 2/2017
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