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SUMMARY:Biotechnology Project Management – October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Member Registration \nMembers of LabOps Unite: please register here.\nMembers of BioCT: please register here.\nMembers of MassBio: please register on this page.  \nWant your organization to gain access to member rates?  Email courses@massbioed.org for more information.  \nRates & Funding \n\nPlease view the discount options for courses before registering here. \nMember Rate: $1\,940\nNon-Member Rate: $2\,160 \nDeadline to apply to the WTFP Express Program: September 14\, 2026.\nCourse ID: C-0060 \nSingle Company Offerings \nInterested in offering this training exclusively to your team?\nEmail courses@massbioed.org to learn more.  \nDescription \nBiotechnology Project Management offers a practical\, industry-specific approach to managing projects within the biotechnology sector. Participants develop a working understanding of how project management principles apply across the drug development lifecycle\, including the role of regulatory agencies and cross-functional collaboration. \nThrough experiential learning labs\, real-world examples\, and interactive discussion\, the course introduces tools and strategies for analyzing risk\, allocating resources\, tracking progress\, resolving conflicts\, and making informed decisions. Participants will strengthen their ability to manage projects and teams effectively in a fast-paced\, highly regulated biotech environment. \nWho should attend? This course is ideal for biotechnology professionals who are responsible for managing projects or contributing to cross-functional project teams\, including project managers\, team leads\, and individuals looking to build or formalize their project management skills within the life sciences. \nFor participants interested in expanding their skill set beyond project execution\, this course pairs well with Change Management\, Finance of Biotechnology\, and Preparing for Effective Presentations\, which provide additional tools for leading through change\, understanding financial decision-making\, and communicating project outcomes effectively. \nSchedule \nTuesday\, October 6\, 2026 | 2:00–4:30 PM EST\nThursday\, October 8\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST\nTuesday\, October 13\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST \nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST \nTuesday\, October 20\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST \nThursday\, October 22\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST \nTuesday\, October 27\, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM EST \nThursday\, October 29\, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM EST (In Person at MassBioEd) \nMeet the Instructor \nTonya Pimentel\nPrincipal Consultant\, Pimentel Consulting LLC \nTonya Pimentel is a seasoned leader with 30 years of experience spanning the Cell & Gene Therapy\, Vaccine\, Biotech and Medical Device sectors.   A Project Management Professional (PMP) and ASQ Certified Quality Auditor\, Tonya has a proven track record of leading high-stakes initiatives\, including facility startups\, the remediation of quality systems under consent decrees\, and the successful commercialization of complex biologics and gene therapies. As an instructor\, Tonya brings a practical\, “on-the-floor” perspective to Project Management\, focusing on how strategic oversight and cross-functional leadership drive innovation and patient safety in the life sciences.
URL:https://careerhub.massbioed.org/event/biotechnology-project-management-october-2026/
LOCATION:Hybrid Course
CATEGORIES:Industry Professionals
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SUMMARY:Change Management – October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Member Registration \nMembers of LabOps Unite: please register here.\nMembers of BioCT: please register here.\nMembers of MassBio: please register on this page.  \nWant your organization to gain access to member rates?  Email courses@massbioed.org for more information.  \nRates & Funding \n\nPlease view the discount options for courses before registering here. \nMember Rate: $850\nNon-Member Rate: $1\,025 \nDeadline to apply to the WTFP Express Program: September 15\, 2026.\nCourse ID: C-13307 \nSingle Company Offerings \nInterested in offering this training exclusively to your team?\nEmail courses@massbioed.org to learn more.  \nDescription \nChange Management equips leaders with the tools and frameworks needed to navigate organizational change effectively and sustainably. While change is inevitable in today’s business environment\, successful change requires thoughtful leadership\, clear communication\, and a deep understanding of how change impacts people and systems. \nThrough interactive workshops and applied learning\, participants explore how to assess the scope and impact of change\, manage employee reactions\, and build acceptance and commitment across teams. The course introduces proven change management models and strategies\, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement\, communication planning\, and sustaining change over time. Participants will apply these concepts to real-world scenarios and leave with practical tools to lead change initiatives with confidence\, empathy\, and strategic clarity. \nWho should attend? This course is ideal for leaders\, managers\, and professionals who are responsible for leading or supporting organizational change. It is well suited for individuals navigating restructuring\, growth\, strategic pivots\, or other significant transitions\, as well as those who want to strengthen their ability to engage stakeholders\, address resistance\, and drive lasting adoption of change initiatives. \nParticipants interested in continuing to build advanced leadership capabilities may benefit from Accelerated Leadership\, which focuses on strategic influence and executive presence\, or Biotechnology Project Management\, which supports leading complex initiatives through execution and cross-functional coordination. Preparing for Effective Presentations is also a strong complement for those looking to strengthen communication skills when leading change efforts. \nSchedule \nWednesday\, October 7\, 2026 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM EST\nWednesday\, October 14\, 2026 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM EST\nWednesday\, October 21\, 2026 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM EST \nMeet the Instructor \nRick Lyman\nFounder & President\, Executive Consulting and Coaching \nRick is a leadership consultant and executive coach with over 30 years of experience supporting leaders and organizations across a wide range of industries\, including biotechnology\, healthcare\, technology\, financial services\, and manufacturing. He has led organizational and executive development initiatives for companies such as Boston Scientific\, Cisco Systems\, Fidelity Investments\, and Bank of America\, and currently works as an executive coach with Harvard Business School’s Executive Education programs. Rick holds a BA and MA from Brown University and an MBA from Babson College.
URL:https://careerhub.massbioed.org/event/change-management-october-2026/
LOCATION:Online Course\, United States
CATEGORIES:Industry Professionals
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Effective Presentations: Planning\, Practice\, Poise – October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Member Registration \nMembers of LabOps Unite: please register here.\nMembers of BioCT: please register here.\nMembers of MassBio: please register on this page.  \nWant your organization to gain access to member rates?  Email courses@massbioed.org for more information.  \nRates & Funding \n\nPlease view the discount options for courses before registering here. \nMember Rate: $850\nNon-Member Rate: $1\,025 \nDeadline to apply to the WTFP Express Program: September 22\, 2026.\nCourse ID: C-13316 \nSingle Company Offerings \nInterested in offering this training exclusively to your team?\nEmail courses@massbioed.org to learn more.  \nDescription \nPreparing for Effective Presentations is an interactive\, hands-on workshop designed to help participants build confidence and competence in preparing and delivering clear\, engaging\, and impactful presentations. Participants develop practical skills across all stages of presentation preparation—from understanding their audience and shaping a clear message to designing visually effective slides and delivering content with poise and authority. \nThrough a mix of instruction\, group activities\, and individual practice\, the course addresses common presentation challenges and provides tools for engaging diverse audiences\, communicating complex ideas clearly\, and responding effectively to unexpected moments. Participants leave with practical techniques they can immediately apply to improve both the clarity and confidence of their presentations. \nWho should attend? This course is ideal for individuals looking to strengthen their presentation skills\, particularly those who are newer to presenting or who want support in communicating scientific concepts and data to broad or non-technical audiences. It is also especially beneficial for anyone who experiences a anxiety around public speaking and is seeking practical strategies to build confidence and comfort when presenting. \nFor participants interested in continuing to build their professional presence and advance their careers\, this course pairs well with Transitioning to Leader\, Transitioning to Leader: Extended Version\, and Accelerated Leadership\, which focus on leadership development and executive presence. Participants may also benefit from Driving Your Own Engagement & Career to further explore career growth\, self-advocacy\, and professional development within the life sciences. \nSchedule \nWednesday\, October 14\, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST \nMeet the Instructor \nValerie Vigoda\nLeadership Trainer\, Executive Coach and Positive Psychology Practitioner \nValerie is a leadership educator with over 25 years of experience working with organizations across industries including healthcare\, biotechnology\, manufacturing\, finance\, and education. She supports leaders and teams in building emotional intelligence\, strengthening communication\, and developing effective leadership practices. Known for her engaging and interactive style\, Valerie holds an MBA from Boston University and is accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
URL:https://careerhub.massbioed.org/event/preparing-for-effective-presentations-planning-practice-poise-october-2026/
LOCATION:MassBioEd Office (The Link)\, 255 Main Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Industry Professionals
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SUMMARY:Essential Skills Workshop: Developing Your Personal Brand
DESCRIPTION:Stand Out from the Crowd: Strategies on Personal Branding \nHow do you separate yourself so that you stand out from others who have similar experiences ?  How do you ensure you are memorable following networking interactions? How do you help people think of you when they think of a person with skill or experience X?    This talk provides insights for how to build and develop your professional brand so that it is authentic and that it highlights your unique experiences\, skills\, and interests.  This talk will discuss how to ensure this is consistent for different scenarios – your online brand and during Networking Interactions. This talk will help you identify important attributes that you should highlight and will focus on various ways to demonstrate these in the scenarios. 
URL:https://careerhub.massbioed.org/event/essential-skills-workshop-developing-your-personal-brand-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences Career Hub
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