Postgraduate Courses

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Demonstrate emotional intelligence in leading diverse biotech teams to foster collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• 2.
  Formulate strategic decisions that balance scientific innovation with business objectives in biotech ventures.
• 3.
  Lead interdisciplinary teams to align R&D efforts with market demands in Hong Kong’s and mainland China’s biotech ecosystem.
• 4.
  Design stakeholder communication strategies to secure buy-in from investors, regulators, and partners.
• 5.
  Develop a visionary leadership plan tailored to a biotech startup’s growth objectives.
• 6.
  Apply ethical leadership principles to address dilemmas in product safety and data integrity.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Analyze biotech market opportunities to identify viable commercialization prospects in Hong Kong and mainland China.
• 2.
  Construct scalable business models for biotech ventures, integrating R&D and market strategies.
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  Develop go-to-market strategies tailored to Hong Kong’s and China’s biotech and healthcare ecosystem.
• 4.
  Create compelling investor pitch decks to secure funding for biotech startups.
• 5.
  Assess commercialization risks and develop mitigation plans for biotech ventures.
• 6.
  Leverage Hong Kong’s and GBA’s entrepreneurial resources, such as HKSTP and ITF grants, to support venture growth.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Identify diverse funding sources suitable for biotech startups in Hong Kong’s and GBA’s ecosystem.
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  Craft targeted funding proposals and pitch decks to attract angel investors and VCs.
• 3.
  Negotiate investment terms to secure favorable equity deals for biotech ventures.
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  Utilize Hong Kong’s funding resources, including ITF grants, to support startup growth.
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  Manage investor relations to maintain long-term partnerships post-funding.
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  Evaluate financial risks associated with biotech funding and develop mitigation strategies.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Navigate regulatory pathways for biotech product approvals in Hong Kong, China and global markets.
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  Formulate go-to-market strategies for biotech products.
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  Design pricing and distribution plans to optimize market entry in Hong Kong’s and China’s ecosystem.
• 4.
  Establish strategic partnerships for product commercialization with existing biotech firms in Hong Kong and China.
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  Assess commercialization risks and develop contingency plans for market entry.
• 6.
  Plan and simulate a biotech product launch, addressing post-launch challenges.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Formulate IP strategies to protect biotech innovations in Hong Kong’s and China’s ecosystem.
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  Draft patent applications for biotech products, adhering to PCT and local standards.
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  Negotiate IP licensing agreements to maximize commercial value.
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  Apply Hong Kong’s, China’s and the US’s IP legal framework to safeguard biotech innovations.
• 5.
  Resolve IP disputes through strategic litigation or alternative methods.
• 6.
  Evaluate the commercial value of IP assets for biotech ventures.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Draft founder and incorporation agreements to establish a compliant biotech startup structure.
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  Negotiate and draft employment contracts and stock option plans for early team hires.
• 3.
  Develop licensing and collaboration agreements for IP and partner operations.
• 4.
  Analyze and mitigate risks in investment and shareholder agreements during funding stages.
• 5.
  Design legal roadmaps for scaling, including ESG and international clauses, up to IPO.
• 6.
  Simulate negotiations for M&A or IPO arrangements to achieve successful exits.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Analyze common AI tools in drug discovery and diagnostics.
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  Evaluate the general knowledge of AI-driven solutions for personalized medicine.
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  Handle data processing process for biotech AI applications.
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  Apply commonly used machine learning models for biotech.
• 5.
  Navigate Hong Kong’s, China’s and the US’s ecosystem for AI integration.
• 6.
  Address ethical and regulatory AI issues in biotech.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Apply project management methodologies in biotech projects.
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  Lead interdisciplinary biotech teams effectively.
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  Optimize operational workflows in biotech firms.
• 4.
  Manage project risks and resources.
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  Foster collaboration in biotech teams.
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  Evaluate project success using metrics.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Analyze complex business situations in biotech ventures and identify key decision issues.
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  Evaluate strategic options and leadership decisions in biotechnology contexts.
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  Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to support decision-making.
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  Develop structured and evidence-based strategic recommendations.
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  Communicate and defend decisions effectively to stakeholders.
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  Demonstrate teamwork and leadership in collaborative decision-making contexts.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Design a comprehensive biotech venture plan integrating scientific, business, and regulatory strategies.
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  Work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and refine a biotech startup concept in Hong Kong’s and GBA’s ecosystem.
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  Evaluate market opportunities and risks for a biotech venture, leveraging Hong Kong’s and GBA’s resources (e.g., HKSTP, ITF).
• 4.
  Develop investor-ready pitch materials to secure funding for a biotech startup.
• 5.
  Apply ethical and regulatory principles to ensure compliance in venture development.
• 6.
  Integrate feedback from industry mentors to enhance venture feasibility.
• 7.
  Present a biotech venture plan to stakeholders, demonstrating entrepreneurial leadership.

On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

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  Develop a comprehensive biotech business plan integrating market analysis, financials, and IP strategies.
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  Assess and evaluate university-held patents.
• 3.
  Create and deliver persuasive shark-tank-style investor pitch decks.
• 4.
  Incorporate mentor and industry feedback to refine business plans.
• 5.
  Evaluate commercial potential using SWOT and financial modeling.
• 6.
  Demonstrate entrepreneurial leadership in addressing biotech challenges.