MCBI: Montgomery College Biotech Institute Mission: Prepare students for all levels of entry into the biotechnology industry. Functions: Identify industry needs Recruit students Retrain workers changing careers Partner with 4-year programs
Biotech at Montgomery College Associate Degree or Certificate 100% Placement Articulated Transfer to 4-year Universities
MCBI: Montgomery College Biotech Institute Success Indicators: Doubled graduation rate Increased number of Hispanic graduates Initiated internship program with local high schools
MCBI: Montgomery College Biotech Institute Excellence Indicators: Awarded “Exemplary” by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Developed special topics WECM course, BITC 1191 Received NSF grant to study and implement recruitment strategies NSF Award # 0401988