The course provides students with the scientific research skills and the basic business knowledge needed to convert scientific discoveries into inventions and commercial products. Students will learn how to translate these into a business plan for start-up technologies or innovative processes within biotechnology industries. Students should acquire a combination of essential research and business practical skills in finance, marketing and management which will equip them for career opportunities in the global biotechnology market. There are significant opportunities within the global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and healthcare market for scientists qualified in both research and business skills.