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HENRY E. RIGGS SCHOOL OF APPLIED LIFE SCIENCES

Master of Business and Science in Biotechnology
MBS

Gain Hands-On Experience

Dive into an interdisciplinary curriculum that blends technical knowledge and business acumen while learning through active classes and team-based projects, including an industry-sponsored capstone project sponsored by industry.

Make Industry Connections

Learn from KGI’s renowned faculty, who offer years of expertise and strong ties to the biotech field. Join an alumni network of over 1000 industry professionals with whom current students can connect.

Secure Your Dream Career

Over 90% of KGI graduates land careers in the biotechnology or business sectors within six months of completing their master’s degree.

About KGI’s MBS in Biotechnology

Transform your passion for science, technology, and business into a career that impacts global health and well-being. The Master of Science and Business in Biotechnology degree at Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Institute (KGI) offers an immersive two-year graduate program that puts you on the path to success.

  • Our MBS degree program delivers an interdisciplinary education, designed to build your technical skills and nurture professional growth.
  • Turn theoretical concepts into applied knowledge through attending traditional seminars and collaborating with peers on team projects.
  • Complete your second year online or in a hybrid format. This added flexibility allows you to start putting your expertise into practice by working part-time in the biotechnology field.

Ready to discover more about this graduate program and available careers in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals? .

What You'll Learn

Dive into a one-of-a-kind academic journey by enrolling in our MBS in Biotechnology degree program, integrating an MBA-style business education with graduate-level applied science courses to prepare you for a broad range of bioscience careers.

Building upon your STEM background, you explore essential business topics, including corporate finance, competitive strategy, and business design and analytics, honing your problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Additionally, biotech classes introduce you to bioscience industry dynamics as well as applied technology areas, such as ike pharmaceutical discovery and development, medical diagnostics and devices, and bioprocessing.

Throughout the biotech program, we integrate active learning opportunities, such as collaborative group projects, internships, and the industry-sponsored capstone Team Master’s Project, to enrich your professional skills and deepen your real-world experience.Equipped with keen business acumen and a robust understanding of the scientific process behind the biotech industry, you graduate ready to enact meaningful change across the healthcare and bioscience sectors.

Team Master's Project | TMP

At KGI, we prioritize experiential learning opportunities like our signature Team Master’s Project (TMP). As part of a team of three to five students, you work directly with sponsoring biotechnology or pharmaceutical firms, tackling real-world problems in a year-long consulting assignment.

Together, you collaborate closely with faculty, business experts, and industry advisors to perform contract research, taking care of all the business and technical aspects. You create budgets, develop timelines, and describe deliverables. At the end of the academic year, you present a final report of your work to the company sponsor at KGI. Through this experience, collaborating with leading biotech companies, you solidify advanced hands-on skills and undergo transformative professional development.

Careers in Biotechnology

Because of its multidisciplinary foundation, KGI’s Master of Business and Science in Biotechnology degree program equips you for various professional roles in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Your business acumen and technical skills enable you to work in fields related to drug discovery, medical diagnostics, or medical devices and drive innovative breakthroughs.

Discover Salary and Career Options

90%

Alumni placed in industry within six months of graduation

$185K

Average Salary Post Graduation

46%

Business (all categories)46%

26%

Clinical/regulatory affairs26%

19%

Consulting19%

14%

Operations/supply chain14%

12%

Business (miscellaneous)**12%

8%

Sales/marketing/business development8%

6%

Project management6%

6%

Scientist6%

3%

Engineer3%

*Known initial placements as reported by LinkedIn. Excludes 11% of students seeking additional graduates degrees such as MD, DO, PhD
**Includes business analyst, strategy, finance, entrepreneur.

MBS Program Overview

Year 1

Build a solid foundation during the first year of your biotechnology program by enrolling in:

  • Bioscience business courses that explore strategy, corporate finance, bioscience industry dynamics, and data analytics.
  • A translational science courses in drug discovery and development, bioprocessing, medical devices, and medical diagnostics.
  • A professional development course that includes skills workshops and industry talks.

Summer

Make the most of your summer. While in the program, you must secure an industry internship that helps you acquire practical experience, make connections, and launch your career.

Year 2

The second year of your MBS degree program allows you to specialize your knowledge by choosing one of the following career-oriented concentrations:

  • Biotech Management
  • Data Analytics
  • Operations and Supply Chain Management
  • Regulatory Affairs

Put your classroom knowledge into action during the Team Master’s Project and gain industry experience as you work alongside sponsoring companies to solve real-world problems.

What’s the Difference Between the MBS and the MBM Programs?

In addition to the Master of Business and Science in Biotechnology, KGI offers the Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM) program.

While both programs explore the intersection of bioscience and business, the MBS degree offers a two-year, in-person learning experience. If you are new to the bioscience industry or are a recent graduate looking to advance your career-readiness, enrolling in the MBS program delivers the professional development and hands-on experience required to excel. 

The MBM program comprises a series of stackable certificates and an MBA-level approach. If you are a working professional with a career background in the life science industry, pursuing your MBM degree, which can be completed 100% online in as little as one year, may be the right choice for you.

MBS Student Success Stories and Testimonials

Graduates of the MBS program share how Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Institute helped them discover their passion and purpose.

KGI merges business with science, which gives us a clear understanding of the industry and teaches us how to turn the research into real products. As a small school, students have close contact with professors that have experience and expertise in different biotech fields. KGI also offers huge opportunities and facilities to international students.

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Andres Romero

Andres Romero

MBS '21

My two years at KGI were the most academically and personally rich in my entire academic career. I owe so much of where I stand today to the opportunities that KGI gave me when they accepted me into the PPC program and allowed me to stay the second year for the MBS program.

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Brandon Scott Gordon

Brandon Scott Gordon

PPC '19, MBS '20

Sophie Nguyen, MBS '25

Shares how her experience at KGI has equipped with the skills needed to succeed in business operations as she ventures into the biopharmaceutical industry

Speaking with KGI alumni and attending KGI Visit Day confirmed my decision to attend KGI. Although the event was small in size, the level of energy and positivity that I felt at the Visit Day as I sat amongst current students, professors, and faculty was beyond exciting. Getting to engage in these personable conversations with some of the brightest minds was very motivating for me. It gave me a little taste of what great sense of community is present throughout KGI.

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Dylan Davis

Dylan Davis

MBS '22

KGI offers so much to so many individuals, including networking, information sessions, career services, and incredible classes. Looking back to before I started at KGI to now, I am a whole new person who developed a new set of expertises!

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Justin Ratzan-Wank

Justin Ratzan-Wank

MBS '21

I attended a campus visit day and I remember that the KGI representatives kept stating how many career opportunities would be available as a result of coming to KGI. Naturally I was a bit skeptical—what school doesn’t say that, I thought—but I can guarantee that KGI is uniquely positioned to deliver on that promise for the life science and healthcare industries. Students have abundant opportunities to network and collaborate with potential employers that you feel confident being able to secure a job shortly after graduation.

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Xavier Aparicio

Xavier Aparicio

MBS '21

At KGI, I learned not only in the traditional classroom setting, but also from industry experts, accomplished alumni, and peers at various events organized by the Institute.

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Pratyusha Roy

Pratyusha Roy

MBS '12

The beauty of a KGI education is that you get to specialize, but you also get a broad overview. Now I have a big-picture understanding of other functions within the company, which helps me bring something unique to the table.

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Stephanie Sakamoto

Stephanie Sakamoto

MBS '13

Every day, I continue to leverage the knowledge and experience I gained at KGI. The program enabled me to understand the industry landscape and provided me with a solid foundation to enter the life sciences industry.

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Isaac Middendorf

Isaac Middendorf

MBS '08

Often, scientists get caught up in small details. KGI taught me to take a bird’s-eye view. That perspective gives me an edge. I can simultaneously understand the science as well as the business side of my work.

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Harish Dharuri

Harish Dharuri

MBS '02

I loved science, but I missed the business side. I had considered becoming a doctor or a professor, but I still wanted something different. KGI was the perfect mix of business and science. It exposed me to topics and career options I didn’t know existed.

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Nida Khan

Nida Khan

MBS '06

How to Apply to the MBS Program

Excited about the future ahead? Take the next step by applying to KGI’s Master of Business and Science in Biotechnology degree program. To establish yourself as a competitive candidate, we recommend submitting your application by the priority deadline of December 8. After that, we utilize rolling admissions.

When applying, you must include the following: 

  • ($75 non-refundable application fee)
  • Personal statement
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  • Letter of recommendation
  • Transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • English language proficiency (TOEFL, PTE, IELTS, or iTEP is required for international students) 

After you submit your online application, our team carefully reviews your materials. We then reach out to schedule an admissions interview, where we can get to know you better, discuss your academic and career goals, and determine if KGI is the perfect place for you.

Once admitted, you must submit a $400 non-refundable enrollment fee to hold your spot in the program.

Applying from outside the U.S.? Learn more about our international admissions process.

Financing Your MBS Degree

An investment in your education is an investment in your future. At Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Institute, we offer transparent information and comprehensive support, empowering you to fund your graduate studies. Learn more about our financial aid resources today.

Financing Your Studies

Shape Your Future in Biotechnology at KGI

KGI’s Master of Business and Science in Biotechnology degree opens a world of career opportunities for you, from taking on leadership roles at top healthcare companies to conducting groundbreaking pharmaceutical research. Our graduate program delivers in-depth technical training paired with real-world industry and research experience, ensuring nothing holds your professional development back.

Eager to make an impact with your biotech solutions? .

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