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Department of Plant and Microbial Biology 
Master of Microbial Biotechnology
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Science Minded. Business Driven.

The Master of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) program at NC State offers a unique blend of science and business education with practical training in the biotechnology industry. Our students participate in immersive industry experiences, professional networking, MBA-level coursework, practicum projects, and internships, which provides them with the experiences necessary for a successful career in the biotechnology industry.

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About the MMB Program

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Industry

We know the real meaning of “working knowledge”.

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Prospective Students

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Learn more about how to advance your career with NC State’s Master of Microbial Biotechnology.

Why the MMB Program at NC State?

Our two-year, non-thesis program is different than a traditional graduate program:

  • Offers Interdisciplinary academic training including MBA-level coursework
  • Develops professional skills highly valued by industry companies
  • Applies scientific methods to solve business problems 
  • Eases the transition into multiple bioscience industry areas
  • Prepares students to work effectively in project teams
  • Promotes flexibility and ambiguity management
  • Develops comfort with big data management

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Poole College of Management business students meet, shake hands, and interact with potential employers at Talley Student Union. The event, “Meet the firms” was a career fair of sorts for the master’s of accounting students. Photo by Marc Hall

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James Levi, Alumni Spotlight

Alumni Spotlight: James Levi

James Levi graduated from NC State with a Masters of Microbial Biotechnology in 2022. Check out what he has been up to since graduating! 
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Congratulations 2022 MMB Graduates!

Congratulations to our 15 MMB program graduates! 
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Student Spotlight: Shreeja Chhaya

We recently had the chance to chat with Shreeja Chhaya, a first-year Master’s of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) student, to learn about her academic journey and plans for the future. 

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