Biomedical Discovery And Commercialization Program

Welcome to the Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization (BDC) program. Since its inception in 2015, this multidisciplinary training program, concentrated in the biomedical sciences, equips graduates with strong discovery research skills, business acumen and a meaningful experiential connection to Health Sciences related sectors. Built upon an innovative ‘4+1’ Bachelor – Master program with over 150 undergraduate BDC and 40 Master of BDC graduates, this program has quickly become a key driver in seeding the next generation of entrepreneurial, scientific, and business leaders in the Canadian pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and biomedical investment sectors and beyond. The program provides both bachelor and master’s level training at the interface of biomedical science, business and the health sciences sector, based on a commitment among teaching faculty to active, team-based learning. Students receive intensive training in the biomedical sciences as well as essential business skills and street smarts. The program prides itself on incorporating career development in the curriculum, providing routine occasions for reflection and mentorship by leaders in the community.