The MS Biotechnology & Bioinformatics/ MBA Dual Degree curriculum is comprised of:
Biotechnology Emphasis
Biotech Prerequisites or MBA Foundations: 0-16 units (as required)MS Biotech Core Courses: 16 unitsBiotech Electives: 7 unitsMBA Core Courses: 18 unitsMBA Electives (double-counted): 6 unitsCommon Core Courses: 9 units
Total: 72 units*
*Students will complete 50-67 units in the program depending on required prerequisites/foundations.Biomedical Engineering (BME) Emphasis
Biotech Prerequisites or MBA Foundations: 0-16 units (as required)MS Biotech Core & BME Courses: 21 unitsBiotech Electives: 6 unitsMBA Core Courses: 18 unitsMBA Electives (double-counted): 6 unitsCommon Core Courses: 9 units
Total: 76 units*
*Students will complete 54-71 units in the program depending on required prerequisites/foundations.Stem Cell Technology & Laboratory Management (SCTLM) Emphasis**
Biotech Prerequisites or MBA Foundations: 0-16 units (as required)MS Biotech Core & SCTLM Courses: 19 unitsInternship: 6 units (1 year)Biotech Electives: 6 unitsMBA Core Courses: 18 unitsMBA Electives (double-counted): 6 unitsCommon Core Courses: 9 units
Total: 80 units*
*Students will complete 58-75 units in the program depending on required prerequisites/foundations.** A separate application process is required for SCTLM emphasis