Biotechnology, MBt

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The following goals and learning outcomes have been established for students pursuing a Master of Biotechnology (MBt):

Content Knowledge

• Demonstrate knowledge in a primary area of expertise.
• Identify and critically evaluate the literature in the primary area.
• Understand the basic processes of product life cycles.

Information Literacy Skills

• Determine what kind of information is needed to solve a problem
• Identify how to obtain the relevant information from literature/information databases
• Critically assess the information for its rigor
• Cite the information gathered appropriately in written and oral formats

Communications Skills

• Work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Converse with colleagues in all disciplines related to the mission of PABS.
• Write and present project proposals and technical reports that communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Communicate effectively with individuals at governmental and public entities.

Applications

• Demonstrate mastery of basic application skills in biotechnology disciplines.
• Develop experimental or practical designs for solving problems in product or process development.
• Analyze the driving forces for product development.
• Use knowledge effectively in new situations and diverse contexts.

Biotechnology Industry

• Demonstrate knowledge of commercialization of biotechnology in pharmaceuticals, biomedical devices, diagnostics/assays systems, clinical trial management, and related companies.
• Understand the essential processes of project management
• Understand the essential processes of regulatory affairs and clinical trials management