Customized Specifically for Pfizer Professionals based on Feedback from Pfizer Professionals

WPI's skills-based, non-thesis MS in Biotechnology program meets the needs of Pfizer professionals with coursework designed to achieve the below student-based learning objectives:

• Integrate broad knowledge of fundamental and applied science of molecular biology and biochemistry in their role as a professional scientist or engineer
• Demonstrate expertise in modern laboratory and bio-production techniques applicable to the biotechnology industry
• Leverage the collaborative and interdisciplinary nature of the biotech industry 
• Effectively engage in cross-functional decisions with management, development, operations, and regulatory affairs
• Understand how to apply industry regulations and best practice to ensure quality

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Curriculum

Degree Requirements and Blended Delivery 

The MS program requires 30 credit hours, with a minimum of 9 credits of skills-based coursework, 15 credits of depth coursework in Biology/Biotechnology, and 6 credits of electives.

Classroom instruction will be held on-site at Pfizer's Andover, MA location with a minimum of 15 enrolled students, while skills-based courses feature a lab component.

Skills-based courses with a science lab component will typically have classroom instruction on the Pfizer campus in Andover, MA, but require that the students complete lab work at WPI's campus in Worcester, MA students. These infrequent labs (occurring in 3 of 10 total courses) will be scheduled on weekends to best accommodate a working professional's busy schedule. 

Our proposed curriculum contains 4 skills-based courses. However, only 3 have a hands-on science lab component.

Logistics

• Each course is 3 credits
• Each course is 10-14 weeks in duration
• 3 courses per year (September, January, and March - Summers free)

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Admissions Standards

• 3.0 or greater undergraduate GPA
• Major in life sciences or an engineering field with a foundation in life sciences, or another field that demonstrates a knowledge of basic biochemistry principles
• WPI maintains a holistic approach to application review
  • If you do not meet the above standards, please contact Dan Weagle (dweagle@wpi.edu) to set up a time to discuss your unique situation on the phone and determine the best path forward.

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WPI is an EdAssist educational partner and employees of Pfizer are eligible for a tuition discount. To learn more, contact your tuition assistance administrator.