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Master of Science in Applied Biomedical Sciences: Laboratory Management Option

Take the next step in your career with a program that combines academic excellence, practical experience, and the flexibility of online learning with our Master's in Biomedical Sciences online, Laboratory Management option.

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Master's in Biomedical Sciences Online, Laboratory Management Option Overview

Designed for professionals in hospitals, pharmaceutical industries and biotech companies, the Applied Biomedical Sciences Laboratory Management option will prepare you to manage and lead laboratory teams effectively.

The Master's in Biomedical Sciences online is a comprehensive interdisciplinary program. You'll complete courses from the Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences Department, the Manning School of Business and the Department of Public Health. We welcome students from diverse professional backgrounds, whether you're in industry-related or hospital laboratories, without requiring American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification.

Explore our flexible curriculum options, whether you prefer a part-time schedule or an accelerated pathway to complete your degree in just three semesters.

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No GRE Required

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Complete in as Little as 12 Months

No ASCP Certification Required

No ASCP Certification Required

Career Outlook

UMass Lowell's Master's in Biomedical Sciences online Laboratory Management option positions you at the forefront of a rapidly growing field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for medical and health services managers is projected to grow by 29% from 2023 to 2033. This program provides the skills and knowledge to thrive in this competitive job market.

High Growth in the New England Area for Medical and Health Services Managers:

30,561
Jobs (2022)
$128K/yr
Median Earnings
2,425/mo
Annual Openings
Source: Lightcast, 2024

Why Choose UMass Lowell Master's in Biomedical Sciences online?

1. 100% Online Flexibility

This fully online program allows you to balance your education with your career and personal commitments. You can access world-class education from anywhere, with the flexibility to learn on your schedule.

2. Career-Focused Curriculum

Tailored for professionals who lead and innovate in clinical, pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences laboratories. You'll gain expertise in:

  • Quality assurance and control.
  • Operational and organizational management.
  • Healthcare laws and ethics.
  • Biostatistics and quantitative methods.
3. No ASCP Certification Requirement

Unlike many competing programs, we welcome students from diverse professional backgrounds–whether you're in industry-related or hospital laboratories–without requiring American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification.

4. Expert Faculty

Learn from industry-leading faculty who specialize in laboratory management and have practical experience in clinical and public health laboratories.

5. Accelerated Pathways

Complete your degree in as little as one year with our accelerated pathway options. You'll gain the skills and credentials you need to advance quickly.

Master's in Biomedical Sciences Online Key Takeaways

  • Manage quality assurance programs and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Develop and implement resource management strategies for laboratory efficiency.
  • Lead laboratory teams with confidence and strategic insight.
  • Critically analyze professional literature and apply best practices in laboratory settings.
  • Communicate effectively in scholarly and technical formats to advance scientific knowledge.

One Success Leads to Another

Apply credits from lower credentials to higher ones. Our programs are designed to build upon themselves:

Curriculum Outline

- Total Number of Courses: 11-12 (30-32 credits)

Course Descriptions

HSCI.5510 Clinical Pathophysiology (3cr)

The student will examine disease processes as variants of normal physiological functions with emphasis on understanding the pathophysiologic basis of common diseases in certain systems. This graduate level course is a comprehensive exploration of the etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment of disease.

MGMT.5010 Organizational Behavior (2cr)

Introduces students to management and organizational behavior. Its general purpose is to study and understand the behavior of individuals and groups in organizations. It is directed toward behavioral action components and emphasizes the close relationship between the study of organizational behavior and the practice of management. Pre-requisites: MBA or Certificate Programs, or Permission of MBA Director.

Requirements:

MBA/ MSF/MSEM/MGFB/PSM or PHD.

MLSC.5600 Molecular Pathology (3cr)

This graduate course is designed to study the molecular aspects of disease. Applications and techniques utilized in the field of molecular pathology are emphasized. This course is intended to provide students with information required to understand the increasing role of molecular pathology in the daily practice and management of chronic disease in medicine. Major emphasis on strength and limitations of clinical diagnostics technologies and their utilization in these applications are presented. This course will also provide a review of current molecular pathology literature and principles as they relate to specific organ systems.

MLSC.6130 Infectious Disease (3cr)

This course is designed for graduate students in the health sciences focusing on the pathophysiology of infectious disease. Major infectious organisms will be discussed as biological models and presented in the way they affect major systems of the body. Emphasis will be placed on journal readings describing significant episodes of emerging infections and current technology in diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases.

Requirements:

HSCI 2110 and MLSC 3310 or 36.

MLSC.6400 Quality Assurance, Control and Improvement in the Clinical and Public Health Lab (3cr)

This course is designed to provide an overview of total quality management issues in the Clinical and Public Health laboratory. Topics presented will include CLIA and quality control in the laboratory, clinical and public health laboratory QC calculations, charts and graphs, regulations involving new control lots, out-of-control QC situations, method comparison, instrument validation, and quality assurance. Emphasis will be placed on meeting all federal regulations including the FDA, state regulations, as well as meeting professional agency regulations such as JCAHO, CAP, and APHL.

Requirements:

MS in Clinical Lab Science

MLSC.7340 Graduate Project - Clinical Laboratory Sciences (4cr)

An independent study or laboratory project which has been approved and is under the direction of the project advisor. Projects are approved by the graduate coordinator in conjunction with the project advisor.

Requirements:

CSCE Graduate Restrictions

PHRM.6410 Drug Delivery (3cr)

The biological, biophysical and chemical factors that influence drug delivery systems will be analyzed. Principles of cellular drug transport, in vivo drug transport, and modern drug delivery, including drug targeting will be explored. The course will also address membrane trafficking and intracellular transport and the utilization of these mechanisms in drug delivery and targeting.

POMS.5010 Operations Fundamentals (2cr)

Provides students with an introduction to operations management and operations analysis. The latter furnishes the student with a set of quantitative tools which are useful in designing and operating the former. These techniques are also generally applicable to other functional areas/courses within the MBA Program. Pre-requisites: MBA or Certificate Programs, or Permission of MBA Director.

Notes:

If not currently matriculated in a Manning School of Business program, please contact the MBA staff at MBA@uml.edu or call 978-934-2848 for permission to take courses.

Requirements:

MBA/ MSF/MSEM/MGFB/PSM or PHD.

PUBH.5060 Quantitative Methods in Health Management (3cr)

This course explores analytic methods that can be used to improve the decision making of management, clinicians and others within the healthcare industry. Students learn the conceptual foundations of quantitative analysis and common methods used in supporting decision-making; developing evidence-based practices; analyzing data and testing hypotheses. Students also learn how to use industry-standard data analysis software applications, statistical packages and common applications for the development and reporting of analytic findings.

Requirements:

CSCE Graduate Restrictions

PUBH.5140 Healthcare Management (3cr)

This course provides a framework for addressing common issues faced by management within a healthcare organization. Students are provided with an overview of how healthcare institutions are organized and governed, the unique roles of management, clinical staff, support staff, and human resources in the healthcare setting. Students also learn the management systems designed for efficient and effective operations.

PUBH.5310 Health Informatics (3cr)

This course introduces healthcare professionals to the power of data and the importance of analysis. Students learn how population informatics, consumer health informatics, translational bioinformatics, and clinical research informatics are essential components in selecting the techniques and systems used for transforming clinical data into information, knowledge and improved decision-making. The past, current and future role of healthcare IT is also discussed.

PUBH.5770 Biostatistics for Health Data (3cr)

This is a practical course in biostatistical methods for health research. Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the use and interpretation of standard biostatistical methods. Topics include probability and sampling distributions, regression and ANOVA, methods for analyzing rates and proportions, power and sample size calculations. Students will gain experience in using a statistical software package to apply and expand their data analysis skills.

PUBH.6160 Law and Ethics in Healthcare (3cr)

This course presents and overview of legal and ethical issues facing managers and providers in health care. It provides students with a foundation of health law and ethics and reviews health care legal and ethical situations and dilemmas. The goals are to provide students with practical knowledge of health law and ethics and their application to the real world of health care.


Program Requirements

To be recommended for a University of Massachusetts Lowell master's degree, candidates must satisfy all of the general requirements below, plus any additional requirements that may be required by the department through which the program is offered. Any additional requirements for this program are either listed below or may be found in the University's Graduate Program Catalog.

General Requirements:

  • Students must complete the program of study designed by the Department in which they are enrolled and approved by the University.
  • Satisfactory grades in all subjects offered for the degree must be earned. See Academic Standing.
  • All financial obligations, including tuition, fees and expenses, must be satisfied as evidenced by completion.
  • Upon completion of all their courses, graduate degree candidates must submit a signed Declaration of Intent to Graduate (DIG) form to their coordinator. The coordinator will apply them in SIS, Graduation Tracking.

Graduate Program Policies

In applying for a degree program or registering for courses, each student assumes full responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with the definitions, regulations and procedures of UMass Lowell as set forth on our website. For additional information, please refer to the Graduate Program Policies found within the UMass Lowell Graduate Catalog.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition at UMass Lowell is typically half the cost of private colleges, and our online tuition is among the lowest in the nation. Tuition for online programs offered through the Division of Graduate, Online & Professional Studies is the same whether you live in-state, out-of-state or outside of the U.S.

Spring 2025 Tuition

Cost Per Credit Cost Per 3-Credit Course*

Graduate

Online $600 $1,800
All other On Campus courses1 View Here
*Tuition is priced on the listed credit hour unless the contact hour is different. Tuition is then based upon the listed contact hour.
1Applies to graduate on campus courses excluding select courses

Additional Costs

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Term Registration Fee $30
Returned Check Fee $30
Graduate Degree and Certificate Application $50

Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change.

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Applying into a Graduate Degree Program

You can apply anytime. There are no deadlines. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

All applicants must submit:
  • An application
  • An application fee ($50)
  • A statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • A resume
  • Official transcripts
  • Official test scores
    • GRE not required
    • If English is NOT the national language in your home country, please submit one of the following English proficiency tests:
      • TOEFL: minimum acceptable score is 79
      • IELTS: minimum acceptable score is 6.5
      • Duolingo: minimum acceptable score is 115
      • ASC English: minimum acceptable level is 6
      • Pearson Test of English: minimum acceptable score is 53

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.000 GPA from an accredited institution
  • Alternatively strong multidisciplinary training with completion of at least six semesters of coursework in the natural sciences, generally to include biology, chemistry, and/or physics

Additional Information

F1 student visas are not issued for this program.

Official transcripts can be sent to us directly from your previous institution either electronically or mailed to:

Graduate Admissions
University of Massachusetts Lowell
839 Merrimack St., Floor 2
Lowell, MA 01854-5104

We cannot accept previously opened transcripts, photocopies, PDF email attachments or faxed transcripts.

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