Innovation is the backbone of British Columbia’s vibrant life sciences sector. New drugs and medical devices, effective treatments and scientific breakthroughs all depend on the ability to take ideas from incubation to market. This is a complex, resource-intensive process that requires a diverse and specialized skill set that is in short supply in the industry.
Developed by the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering, our offering delivers the practical, legal and strategic knowledge required to drive innovation in the life sciences, healthcare, biotechnology, biomanufacturing and pharmaceutical industries. Centered around instruction from industry experts and real-world case studies, our courses and programs prepare learners with in-demand, market-relevant skills to foster meaningful innovations in the life sciences.