Business of Science
Title: Business of Science
Deadline: April 19, 2019
Dates (all are required): April 29, May 1, May 8, May 9
Location: NCI Shady Grove, Seminar 406
SciPhD Certificate Program
Objectives: The "Business of Science" course is structured to teach practical skills that are valued by industry. The skills taught during the course are specific to teach business and social skills necessary to be competitive and successful in the professional marketplace. Each workshop includes lecture, individual and group work, and practical hands-on examples.
Upon successful completion of the course, fellows will have an opportunity to practice their new skills by participating in NCI’s Explore On-Site (EXPOSE) program. Fellows who elect to participate will be sent a link to sign up for site visits, held in May and June, to local companies and organizations. The “Business of Science” course is a pre-requisite for EXPOSE.
Getting "Business Ready" for Professional Scientists
The SciPhD Certification Program “Business Ready” modules include:
The Business of Science
- What you can be with a PhD
- 23 core skills valued by professional organizations
- Marketing your Brand using your 3 Identities
Building Effective Teams
- 6 Tools for leading your Team’s improvement
- Prioritizing Team Actions
- Planning for Team success under stress
Advanced Communication Techniques for Scientists
- Adjust your technical message for any audience
- Build "common ground" with any audience
- Learn from your audience how to influence
- Stay positive even when challenged
- Practice your interview skills
Building Your Network
- Initiate conversations and develop reliable contacts
- Build and enhance your LinkedIn profile.
- Create advocates who can connect you to new jobs
Six Leadership Styles
- Learn effective styles of leadership
- Learn to identify organizational culture and your fit
Developing Your People
- Learn how you mentor and peer coach
- Enable your people to excel
- Delegate and manage your team
The Art of Negotiation
- Negotiate a win-win with your PI
- Negotiate your Total Compensation for your New Job
Financial Literacy
- Form a company with your peers
- Apply Revenue, EBITDA, Net Income in finance decisions
- Direct your own mergers, acquisitions and spinoffs
Putting Project Management to Work
- Demonstrate you have the skills of a project manager
- Relate your research in Project Management language
- Manage projects on time, on budget and meet objectives