Translational Biotechnology Certificate at University of Southern California

Programme overview

A graduate certificate for students and professionals who want to expand career options in biotechnology or biomedical sciences without a full graduate degree. It covers translating genomic and molecular insights into new therapies and precision medicine, the regulatory framework, and the capital that drives biotech markets.

Faculty: Keck School of Medicine of USC | Department: Department of Cancer Biology | Duration: Minimum 14 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Core (6 units): TRGN 537 Pathway and Target Discovery and TRGN 543 Biotechnology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization I. Electives (8 units) from courses such as TRGN 536 Biotechnology Primer, TRGN 539 Practicum and TRGN 542 Biotechnology-based Therapeutics.

Career pathways

Suited to professionals in management, investment, regulatory affairs or law in the biotechnology industry, current graduate students, students with a moderate biology background, and those preparing for doctoral or professional programmes.

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Entry requirements

Minimum GPA of 3.0 and an undergraduate major in biological sciences, or at least six bioscience courses in molecular, cellular, genetics and biochemistry topics. A statement of purpose and three letters of recommendation are required. A graduate GPA of at least 3.0 must be maintained.

Duration: Minimum 14 units

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