Mission Statement
The online MS in Biomedicine and Entrepreneurship program integrates training in technical and practical aspects of science, research, and entrepreneurship for individuals interested in pursuing innovation-driven careers in the life sciences. The program helps develop individual initiative and entrepreneurial thinking around scientific discoveries and innovation. The program is designed to facilitate not only new venture creation but also individual initiative and entrepreneurial thinking.
Graduates of the program will be prepared to progress into more advanced graduate studies in science or entrepreneurship and/or careers in scientifically oriented management jobs in the public or private sector. These graduates will especially be equipped to lead or have top management roles in new biomedical or life sciences ventures.
Curriculum
This is an interdisciplinary online program offered by the College of Medicine. The science courses, which are offered online, are taught by faculty from Drexel University College of Medicine. Drexel University's Charles D. Close School of Entrepreneurship teach the entrepreneurship courses.
- Non-thesis program (36.0 semester credits needed to graduate)
- Required and elective courses in each discipline
- Flexible optional internship (experiential learning)
- Customizable plan of study
Format
- Online (select courses in both disciplines are offered face to face on-campus)
- New students admitted each fall and spring semesters
- Classes taught throughout the year (fall, spring, and summer)
- Accelerated: 1-year MS (full-time) or 1.5 years (part-time)
Full-Time and Part-time Options
Students may meet the degree requirements on either a full-time (at least 9.0 credits per semester) or part-time basis. Full-time students generally complete the program in one year. Part-time students must complete the program within four years. Students must enroll in at least 4.5 semester credits of College of Medicine courses to qualify for financial aid. For information regarding financial aid, please visit Drexel Central.
Additional Information
For questions about the curriculum and program goals, please email Program Director Dr. Sujata Bhatia at [email protected].
For questions about how to apply to the program, please contact an enrollment counselor at [email protected] or visit the Drexel University Online MS in Biomedicine and Entrepreneurship webpage.

