MEC 5551
Drugs and Devices
This course provides students with an overview of the regulatory, financial, and market factors associated with the development of pharmaceutical products and devices for human use. Sessions will address the process of ideation and the unique steps necessary for market readiness. We will contrast the approach between different therapies, outlining the deviation between devices and pharmaceuticals. The course will cover market and non-market factors that impact the success of product offerings and discuss nuances of channel access. Students will find the content particularly relevant to careers in biotechnology innovation, healthcare service delivery, and health insurance.
Prerequisites & course information
Credit 1.5 units. Typical periods offered: Spring Intersession
Sources
- Course catalogue โ2026โ2027