Executive Education

Biotechnology: Science for Managers
Sept 15-18, 2008
(in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medical School)

Registration Form (PDF 52 KB)

Everything and everyone is affected by biotechnology—from food and health to information technology and national security. Leaders in today’s economy need to be fluent in the current technologies that are shaping our world. Knowledge of scientific vocabulary is not only desirable but essential for success in what is fast becoming the “Biotechnology Century.” Biotechnology: Science for Managers is designed to provide executives and managers with a practical understanding of the scientific and development foundations in the life sciences. You will learn the science behind the industry so you can more effectively communicate and perform in this complex environment. A team of world-class faculty from Johns Hopkins and Northwestern University will provide you with the tools to thrive in your industry. Special guest experts complement the foundations presented by the faculty.

Key Benefits
During the course you will:

• Gain a practical understanding of the scientific vocabulary used in the life sciences
• Learn the basic foundations of the current technologies shaping the biotech industry and develop an instinct regarding future technical trends
• Recognize product development hurdles: design, manufacturing, and clinical trials
• Understand regulatory issues and safety data evaluation
• Understand the role of networks in promoting innovation

Program Content

The Building Blocks of Science
The fundamental blocks and interaction systems in the human body (cells, genetic material, proteins, receptors, communication, and defense)
Why and when biological systems malfunction and the consequences

Creating the Toolbox
The basic toolbox that scientists use to create products—genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, cloning, expression systems, monoclonal antibodies, and their use as therapeutics

Transforming Science into Products
The fundamentals of product development and clinical design
How to develop scalable products and interpret clinical data

Managing and Sustaining Science Innovation
Managing and developing high-performance environments for scientists to spur high-innovation output
The role of networks in promoting innovation

Who Should Attend
The course is designed for CEOs and executives of companies in the biomedical sector; venture capitalists involved in biotechnology company development; business development executives involved in assessing or acquiring biotechnology companies; consultants entering the biotech arena; marketing professionals in life sciences companies; analysts who evaluate current technologies; government officials involved in making legislative decisions concerning biotechnology; and journalists covering these industries.

Program dates and Fee
September 15-18, 2008
$3450
The fee includes tuition, program materials, breakfast, lunch and, coffee breaks. Enrollment is confirmed only upon receipt of full payment. No refund will be given within 30 days of the program start date.

Registration Form (PDF 52 KB)

Location
Northwestern University – Downtown Chicago campus
Wieboldt Hall
Kellogg Conference Center
340 East Superior Street
Maps and Directions

Accommodations
Avenue Hotel Chicago, 160 E. Huron Street, Chicago
Phone (312) 787-2900
Rooms are blocked for $159/day if reserved by Aug 14
Hotel is three blocks from Wieboldt Hall

For additional information please contact Sangeeta Vohra or call 847-467-1454.

We reserve the right to change without notice any statement in this publication concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, tuition, fees, curricula and courses.

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