Biotech Investment

This introductory course provides an overview of the biotechnology research and innovation pipeline, highlighting market risks, opportunities, and prospects for investment.

£260.00

Starts 14th September 2026

Biotech Investment

This introductory course provides an overview of the biotechnology research and innovation pipeline, highlighting market risks, opportunities, and prospects for investment.

£260.00

Starts 14th September 2026

About This Course

The rapidly expanding global biotechnology market makes it one of the most attractive sectors for investment, despite the associated scientific risks. However, all investors face the dilemma of where to invest, how to minimise risk, and how to meet liabilities. This introductory course is designed for entry-level learners to help them understand the basics of biotech investment, potential returns, and the risks involved. The course introduces the concept of biotechnology, including industrial and agricultural biotechnology. An overview of innovation and discovery in biotechnology is provided, along with the regulatory processes involved. The course also highlights areas such as stem cell research, which hold immense prospects for the future. Learners will gain an understanding of how to evaluate the biotechnology market, including biotech software and tools. This is followed by an overview of investment opportunities in biotechnology and healthcare, along with potential investment strategies and vehicles. Finally, the course assesses market opportunities and risks related to investment and explores how risks can be minimised through portfolio diversification.
7 Modules
12 Hours
Level: Introductory
Language: English
Course Type: Self-paced
CPD Accredited Certificate
Online Learning
CPD ACCREDITED

Who Is This Course For

This self-paced introductory course is designed particularly for investors and venture capitalists, undergraduates, graduates, postgraduate scholars, academicians involved in investment courses, policymakers, and other industry professionals. Basic knowledge of investment is desirable but not mandatory. Those planning to invest in the healthcare sector and in the technologies of tomorrow will find this course useful.

What you'll learn

  • Learn about the applications of biotechnology and the innovation pipeline.
  • Gain insight into the regulatory processes involved in the approval of biotech products.
  • Get an overview of the biotechnology market, its risks, and opportunities.
  • Learn about biotech investment strategies.
  • Become aware of the accessible investment vehicles for biotech investment.

Course Content

Meet Your Instructor

Martina Fabricci, MSc, MBA

Martina Fabricci, MSc, MBA, is a distinguished leader in biotechnology. With an extensive background in science and years of experience in the biotechnology investment sector, she has earned global recognition for her commitment to advancing gender equity and supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal of providing quality STEM education for all.

A dedicated advocate for eliminating gender disparities in education, she strives to make high-quality learning opportunities accessible and affordable for students, scientists, academics, and industry professionals worldwide. She firmly believes that education is a transformative force capable of driving socioeconomic development and is committed to fostering inclusive education that transcends socioeconomic barriers.

​M​artina has garnered numerous accolades in recognition of her pioneering work. She was honored with the Woman Who Achieves Awards in the Start-Up of the Year category and the Woman Business Awards in the Innovation category. She was also named a finalist for the SME National Business Awards as Young Business Person of the Year, underscoring her achievements in a sector traditionally dominated by men. Her innovative work has been acknowledged by prestigious award programs, including the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and the Wales StartUp Awards for MedTech Start-Up of the Year.

In addition to her entrepreneurial and advocacy roles, she serves on the NCFE Technical Education Advisory Board in the UK for Level 3 Technical Qualifications in Science, contributing her expertise to shape the future of technical education in STEM. She is also currently pursuing a PhD in Bioethics at Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir, exploring the ethical implications of genetic engineering and CRISPR-based technologies in modern biotechnology.

Through her work, she continues to break new ground, driving both innovation and empowerment in the biotechnology industry.

Our Partners

We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK as a step towards achieving our mission of imparting quality education and knowledge across the globe.

How This Course Supports Your Career Development

Biotechnology is one of the fastest-evolving industries in the world, creating demand for professionals with knowledge of emerging fields such as genomics, gene therapy, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine.

Our learners include students, graduates, researchers and professionals from leading universities, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations and research institutions across the UK and internationally.

Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate and earn recognised CPD hours that can be included on CVs, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios and CPD records.

By completing this course, you will strengthen your scientific knowledge, earn valuable CPD hours and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development within the life sciences sector.

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