Biotech Innovation and Enterprise (B.S.)

What you’ll learn

Students in Biotech Innovation and Enterprise gain interdisciplinary preparation at the intersection of life science, technology development, and business. The program is designed to build a strong scientific foundation (biology, chemistry, and biotechnology-related coursework) while developing practical skills in innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization. Students can learn how biotech products move from concept to market, including fundamentals of project planning, regulatory considerations, and the business drivers behind research and development decisions. The major can strengthen laboratory competence and scientific literacy while also building communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills needed in cross-functional biotech environments. Students graduate with a clearer understanding of how scientific discovery becomes real-world applications in healthcare, diagnostics, therapeutics, and environmental/industrial biotechnology.

Why Study Biotech Innovation and Enterprise at La Salle?

La Salle offers a compelling setting for a biotech-business hybrid major because it can combine rigorous science training with a values-driven approach to leadership and decision-making. With coursework spanning Natural Sciences and Business, students can develop breadth that mirrors how biotech organizations actually operate—scientists, product teams, quality/regulatory staff, and business leaders working together. La Salle’s emphasis on engaged learning can support experiential opportunities such as applied projects, internships, and community/industry partnerships, while the institution’s mission can frame innovation through ethics, responsibility, and impact. The program also provides a distinctive option for students who want strong STEM preparation but are equally interested in entrepreneurship and enterprise roles in biotech.