Project Management for Biomedical Device Development
Dates & locations
| Date | Length | Location | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| On demand | 35 hours, asynchronous delivery | Online | $2,000 (plus tax) |
This course is a partnership between:
- Biomedical Engineering program at the University of Victoria
- Executive Programs at the Gustavson School of Business
- School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia
What you will learn
Course overview
In this course, you'll learn how to support biomedical device development projects.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
- plan and manage biomedical projects
- manage project budgets and timelines
- understand intellectual property and regulatory frameworks
- communicate effectively with interest holders
- meet the educational requirements for:
- Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM) exam
- Project Management Professional (PMP®) exam
Course content
The course includes 3 modules:
Module 1: Project planning and management
- project scoping and stages
- human and financial resources, and time value of money
- development of a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis
Module 2: Intellectual property and regulatory frameworks
- patents, trade secrets, industrial designs and security in the biomedical engineering field
- standards organizations and associated provincial, federal and international agencies
- regulatory frameworks, good laboratory practice (GLP) regulation and certification, biohazard designations
Module 3: Effective communication with stakeholders
- appropriate communication strategies with stakeholders
- effective record keeping, including briefing and situation, background, assessment and recommendation (SBAR) reports
- consultative frameworks, timelines, transparency and confidentiality
- challenging bias and inclusive strategies
- current and emerging analytical frameworks for removing barriers and bias
Delivery
- over 35 hours of recorded sessions with subject matter experts
- additional asynchronous material
Who should attend
This course is a good fit for:
- biomedical, mechanical, electrical and systems engineers working in medical devices or healthcare technology
- early‑ to mid‑career professionals preparing for project or technical leadership roles
- project managers entering or working within regulated biomedical and MedTech environments
- regulatory affairs, quality and risk management professionals seeking stronger project management skills
- graduate‑level students and postdoctoral researchers preparing for industry careers
- PMI® credential holders earning PDUs and engineers earning EIC PDHs
Fees & cancellations
Cost: $2,000 (plus tax)
Tuition includes all course materials and a certificate of completion from the UVic Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science.
Cancellations
Full refunds are provided for written cancellations received a minimum of 21 days before the program start date. Cancellations received with less than 21 days notice will be refunded less a $200 administration fee.
Funding
This program may be eligible for the StrongerBC future skills grant which can fund the entire tuition balance of this course.
Interested learners who meet the eligibility criteria should let us know during registration if you want to use this grant towards your tuition.
Instructors
Amber McMillan
Amber McMillan is a seasoned leader in communication and stakeholder management, known for her ability to navigate complex conversations with enthusiasm and empathy. With over 25 years of experience in both profit and not-for-profit sectors, she serves as Chief Visionary Officer for Rogers Society and holds leadership positions in various organizations including the local PMI chapter and the Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.
Project management & engineering credits
Project Management Professional Development Units (PDUs)
Earning your PMI® certification is a big step, maintaining it doesn’t have to be. Attendees in this program are entitled to 35 PDUs from PMI, upon completion.
Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) Professional Development Hours (PDHs)
Attendees in this program are entitled to 35 PDHs verified by the EIC.
Have questions?
If you need help, connect with our account executive by email or phone 250-472-4614.
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