The University of British Columbia's School of Biomedical Engineering is proud to announce the launch of a new educational offering, the Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations. This program is designed to empower professionals in the life sciences and biotech sectors with the strategic skills needed to lead innovation and bring groundbreaking healthcare solutions to market.
About the Program:
The UBC Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations equips participants with the crucial skills to navigate the complex intersection of innovation, business, and regulatory frameworks within the life sciences. Developed by leading industry experts, the curriculum emphasizes the practical applications of innovation leadership and intellectual property management. This program complements the strong technical and scientific expertise that participants already possess, bridging the gap to successfully bring medical and bio-innovations to market.
Program Highlights:
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Focused on the practical legal and strategic skills essential for bringing scientific and technical innovations to market.
- Networking Opportunities: Learn from and connect with industry experts, including top IP lawyers and healthcare innovators.
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Understand the legal, regulatory, and market landscapes affecting the development, implementation, and commercialization of healthcare solutions.
Value to Participants:
Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of how to identify and address unmet medical needs, implement effective intellectual property strategies, and lead innovation projects within their organizations. The program is specifically tailored to foster leadership skills that are critical for advancing career trajectories in the fast-evolving biotech and life sciences industries. While attendees come with core technical and scientific expertise, this program provides the context, knowledge, and strategy to move these skills up the value chain towards products that have significant health impacts.
Enrolment for the UBC Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations is now open. Professionals interested in taking their career to the next level in the life sciences sector are encouraged to register.
For more information about the program and how to register, please visit UBC Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-Innovations
The launch of this program is a pivotal moment for the life sciences community in British Columbia. As the industry continues to grow, the need for skilled leaders who can drive innovation and bring new healthcare solutions to market is more critical than ever. SBME’s micro-certificate addresses this need and supports the ongoing development of our bioeconomy.
Wendy Hurlburt, President and CEO of Life Sciences BC