Laboratory Management
Students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree in a biology- or chemistry-related field from a community college with which UMUC has an articulation agreement for this major may seek an academic major in laboratory management. Students should consult an advisor before electing this major. The major in laboratory management is based on collaborative arrangement between UMUC and specific Maryland community colleges. Students with a similar degree from another institution may be considered for this program only based on an institutional articulation agreement with UMUC.
Major in Laboratory Management
The laboratory management major prepares students to manage and coordinate the nontechnical activities that contribute to a safe and well-run laboratory. It builds on the technical and scientific knowledge gained through the associate's degree program and direct experience in the field. The curriculum provides both in-depth study of scientific concepts and procedures and management skills related to inventory, budget, personnel and operations. It is designed to prepare students to meet employer needs for scientific technicians trained in both the sciences and the management of laboratory activities.
