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Penn Biotech Group is Wharton's graduate healthcare organization, connecting students with biotech, pharma, and healthcare leaders.

Since 2001, PBG members have built their networks, grown their careers, and taken on high-impact consulting projects across the healthcare industry.

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25years of history
300+active members
400+pro bono consulting projects completed
1,300+alumni in consulting & healthcare
What we do

Programs & engagements

Hands-on work with biotech, pharma, and healthcare companies, plus the training and events that prepare you for it.

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Pro Bono Consulting

Semester-long projects for biotech, pharma, and healthcare clients, led by PBG project managers.

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Penn Healthcare Case Competition

Teams take on a real healthcare business case and present their recommendations.

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Wharton Biotech Conference

Industry leaders share where biotech is headed next.

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Consulting Prep Series

Our 10-week casing program to get you ready for consulting interviews.

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Industry Affairs

Biweekly biotech news updates and industry series that keep members current.

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Events

Upcoming PBG events, including our Industry Series and Investment Research Series.

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PBG members smiling together at the Wharton Biotech Conference
Why PBG

A platform for your career in healthcare business

  • Real-world business and consulting experience through semester-long projects
  • Priority enrollment in our educational programs
  • Targeted recruiting from sponsor and partner firms
  • A network of graduate students across disciplines interested in consulting, finance, and entrepreneurship
  • Connections with professionals at biotech, consulting, and investment firms
  • Premier competitions, including the PHCC and the equity research pitch competition
Life at PBG

Moments from our community

Conferences, competitions, and the people who make PBG what it is.

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I always knew I loved biology, and Penn Biotech Group paved the path for me to discover my passion for business. Thanks to PBG, I developed the skills, expertise, and confidence I needed to professionally engage in Consulting and Venture Capital. PBG helped me reach my true potential. Looking back, PBG was the most notable highlight of my time at Penn!
PBG Alumnus · Venture Capital Investor

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Membership is open year-round. Applications for the next Pro Bono Consulting cycle open in January 2027.

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