Healthcare Finance
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
This course covers the role of finance in the healthcare industry, with particular emphasis on the application of novel financing methods to facilitate drug discovery, clinical development, and greater patient access to high-cost therapies.
About this Course
History, benefits, and foundational concepts of online learning How to leverage your prior educational experiences for success learning online Technology fundamentals for online learning, including building your digital confidence, using an LMS (Learning Management System), and making the most of online accessibility features Study strategies for online learning, anchored in the ABCDs: Awareness, Balance, Community, and Dedication Time management skills to help integrate learning into your busy life
What You'll Learn
- Basic financial analysis for the life-sciences professional
- The historical financial risks and returns of the biopharma industry
- Capital budgeting for pharmaceutical companies
- Drug development and clinical trials
- The mechanics of biotech startup financing
- Biomedical megafunds and drug royalty investment companies
- Healthcare analytics and machine learning
- Pricing, value, and ethics
Instructors
Andrew W. Lo
Professor,
Shomesh Chaudhuri
Postdoctoral Associate, Laboratory for Financial Engineering
Zied Ben Chaouch
TA and PhD Student, Laboratory for Financial Engineering