BIO Professional Development

Through a curated network of education alliance partners, BIO offers industry professionals executive training and development resources for accelerating career growth

The Biology of Biotech

The Biology of Biotech provides an overview of the most important biological molecules and systems used in biotechnology to make novel therapies and diagnostics. This online course lays the groundwork for understanding the biopharma industry by focusing on cells, DNA, and proteins and how these are manipulated by researchers to develop new health care products. If you are a non-scientist who wants to better understand the science driving research and discovery, this course is the perfect place to start.

bio-course-directory-image-3 (2).png
The Biology of Biotech Course Trailer

Takeaways

  • Knowledge of cell structure and function, and how those functions are manipulated by scientists to develop new products.
  • Understanding of protein synthesis and how this cellular process is optimized to create therapeutics. 
  • Correlation between genetic mutations and disease.
  • Fluency in genetic variation and its role in disease diagnosis and treatment.
  • Exploration of significantly important molecules and their role in health and disease.

Download Course Syllabus

The Biology of Biotech Course Syllabus
Course Price:
$150 USD
BIO Member Price:
$120 USD
Course Length:
85 minutes
Course Level:
Introductory
Completion Period:
2 weeks
Course Format:
On-Demand

Certificate Requirements

  • View entire course
  • Pass course exam with a 70 percent
  • Complete the course evaluation
Related Courses
FLIP

Learn about the science driving today’s hottest biopharma innovations including CRISPR, CAR-T, gene therapy, and much more...

FLIP

Gain a systematic approach to producing a valuation that can be used in investment rounds, mergers/acquisitions, licensing deals or strategic development decisions in the pharma-biotech world...

FLIP

Explore a broad range of issues faced by entrepreneurs from the managerial, scientific, and academic communities...

FLIP

Discover the path to successful digital health innovation...

Professional Certificate