The Netherlands’ No. 1 BioBusiness Summer School

Jumpstart your career in the Life Science Industry

Spend five days gaining valuable insight in the world of Life Sciences companies, meet leading experts and industry leaders and build a strong network of international peers

June 21–25, 2027 · The Netherlands

Register for BBSS 2027

€1,295 first-comer fee · Register by December 1, 2026

Base fee excluding VAT. Final tax treatment to be confirmed.

4.7/5 overall course rating

“Last week gave me a much broader view of what a career in biotech can look like.”
Chris Meulenbroeks · 2026 participant

What you’ll study

Bring business fundamentals and career exploration together in one five-day course.

Understand the business behind the science.

Understand how biotech companies fund product development and protect intellectual property. Examine business models and company decisions through cases.
Investigate industry roles before your next move.

Explore business development, consultancy, and project and alliance management through career-focused sessions.
Learn alongside peers exploring biotech business.

Exchange perspectives with international peers and take part in the planned Meet Your Match career sessions.

What past participants say

“Although I am still figuring my next career move, this summer school gave me a ton of useful information and fresh insights to help with my decision.”
Lonneke Nouwen · 2025 participant

Preliminary program

Monday · June 21
BioBusiness and product development, clinical development, professional communication, and welcome networking.
Tuesday · June 22
Intellectual property, IP in practice, career paths, and business models for therapeutics.
Wednesday · June 23
Finance, venture capital, platform technology business models, and a LinkedIn workshop.
Thursday · June 24
Business development, deal structures, project and alliance management, and service business models.
Friday · June 25
Business case discussion, Meet Your Match career sessions, and science and consultancy perspectives.

Preliminary program. Sessions, timings, and venues are subject to confirmation.

Make your next career decision
with a clearer view of industry.

First-comer fee through December 1, 2026.
Save €330 compared with the regular fee.

Register for BBSS 2027

Base fee excluding VAT. Final tax treatment to be confirmed.

What are the fees and deadlines?

Rate	Base fee	Deadline
First-comer	€1,295	December 1, 2026
Early bird	€1,415	April 1, 2027
Regular	€1,625	Working deadline June 14, 2027

Each rate is for the same five-day course. Base fees exclude VAT. Final tax treatment, fee inclusions, and booking terms require confirmation.

Before you register

Is this course for me?

The course is for life sciences PhD candidates, postdocs, and early-career professionals who want to understand biotech business and explore industry careers. You do not need to be planning a startup.

Where will the course take place?

Amsterdam for Monday through Thursday and Utrecht for Friday. Final venues and travel details will follow.

Can I request funding through my institution?

Ask your supervisor, graduate school, or employer about training-budget support. Funding depends on your institution’s approval.

Prepare a funding-request draft