Builds upon scientific numeracy in exploring the sources, uses and reporting of accounting and financial information in science-based enterprises; application of capital budgeting and valuation theory to science-relevant situations; and key bases for financially-informed project and enterprise decision-making and the management of economic resources.
Examines the intermediaries and end-users of technical and research-related applications, products and services; their 'customers', 'value chain', 'marketing', and related concepts in both highly-regulated and open markets; and how effective science-related marketing strategies and promotional efforts are developed and communicated.
An examination of how breakthrough discoveries in contemporary life sciences develop through to commercialisation. Students will integrate their advanced biological skills with business knowledge to critically analyse the commercialisation of scientific discoveries and communicate their findings effectively to both scientists and industry stakeholders.
An explanation of the legal system including basic concepts of contract and corporate law in a biotechnology context. Emphasis will be upon intellectual property laws in particular patent law and practice and other means of protecting new ideas, discoveries and inventions. Also covered will be technology licensing and basic competition and marketing law.
Integrative exploration of common theories, processes and models involved in commercialising scientific research. Topics include technology transfer, technological entrepreneurship, commercial potential, risk, and valuation assessment and related tools. Utilises multiple learning approaches including case studies and a 'hands-on' term project.
A supervised practical application of the theories, concepts and techniques of commercialisation, covered in courses SCIENT 701-705, to a research-based opportunity and its related intellectual property estate.
Students will become familiar with underlying theory and best practices in the principal qualitative and quantitative methods applicable to, and useful in, thesis research on commercialisation and science-based enterprise.
Aims to give students an understanding of the stages of product development for therapeutics, diagnostics and medical devices, as well as the regulatory requirements affecting product development in the Life Sciences. Project management tools and processes will also be covered in the context of product development.
An exploration of trends and developments of importance to Life Sciences-related enterprises and industries. Utilises multiple learning approaches, e.g., independent reading, case studies, projects, guest speakers, presentations and related discussions.
Research project addressing a topic relevant to the commercialisation of research. Overseen jointly by both academic and industry supervisors.
Research project addressing a topic relevant to the commercialisation of research. Overseen jointly by both academic and industry supervisors.