Course Description

Provides students with an immersive experience in an industrial relevant setting through meetings with industry professionals. The course may vary between locations, including Boston, Research Triangle Park (NC), San Jose, or other biotech hubs.

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Athena Title

Applying Professional Skills

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Non-Traditional Format

This course will include a field experience during spring break and a series of online lectures combined with student reflection.

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Prerequisite

Admission to the Therapeutics Discovery area of emphasis in the BCMB MS program

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Corequisite

BCMB 7160

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Semester Course Offered

Offered spring

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Student learning Outcomes

• Students will develop the ability to navigate interpersonal communication with industry professionals in a professional environment.
• Students will build a professional network.
• Students will observe the professional environment of multiple companies engaged in therapeutics discovery.

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Topical Outline

• A. Building a LinkedIn profile to capitalize on networking interactions
• B. Personal, professional presentation and communication skills
• C. Visits and conversations with industry professionals
• D. Reflection

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Syllabus

Select Faculty / Instructor to download syllabus:   Cassera, Maria

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Public CV

Select a file to download:   Cassera, Maria

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