UBC Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical & Bio-innovations
Driving innovation in the life sciences and biotech sectors requires a complex set of specialized skills and expertise. In addition to scientific and technological knowledge, professionals need a deep understanding of patient needs and the ability to implement intellectual property strategies that effectively protect and leverage innovations.
The UBC Micro-certificate in Innovation Leadership: Medical and Bio-Innovations is a part-time blended program that addresses the gap between scientific and technological innovations and the practical, legal, and strategic skills needed to bring these innovations to market successfully. It was developed by UBC & School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME), with critical insights from SBME’s Industry Advisory Committee.
Featuring instruction and insights from a diverse panel of industry experts and real-world learning experiences, this program offers a holistic approach to innovation management. Learn to identify and address unmet medical needs and leverage intellectual property strategies tailored to Canada’s bioeconomy and the global healthcare landscape.
Courses in the Micro-certificate in Regulatory Affairs in the Life Sciences
- Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy and Management
- Unmet Needs in Healthcare: Strategy and Solutions
Format
Blended, with instructor-supported real-time online sessions, and an in-person, on-campus workshop for each course (a virtual option using Zoom is available so you can complete the program entirely online)
Duration
Two courses of ten weeks each, approximately 50 hours total
Cost
$1,250 per course, $2,500 for the program (Canadians and permanent residents)
$2,500 per course, $5,000 for the program (international students)
Next start date:
- Introduction to Regulatory Affairs Course: TBD
- Regulatory Science and Health Economics Course: TBD