Strategic Plan
College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences
Building on Our Past, Planning for the Future
Since 1993, the College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the UNT Health Fort Worth has inspired and empowered graduates to take on important health challenges through discovery, care and community engagement. Now, we're building on that strong foundation of excellence in education and research and looking to the future.
View the CBTS Strategic Plan (Internal only)
Mission
To prepare learners for impactful careers in biomedical and translational research, education and healthcare by fostering strategic collaboration and delivering world-class training and research.
Vision
To be a premier destination for education, research and innovation that prepares future leaders in healthcare, biomedical and translational sciences.
Strategic Pillars
We've focused our strategic efforts into three primary themes: Student Success, Research Excellence, and People, Culture and Community.
Student Success
CBTS learners are well prepared and supported to articulate and achieve their goals with knowledge, application and resilience to meet the increasing demands of the workforce. Goal: Expand educational opportunities and support successful learner outcomes that address evolving workforce and professional needs.
Research Excellence
CBTS has visible and impactful discovery for our community made possible through collaborative research and education. Goal: Advance and grow the CBTS research enterprise through impactful discovery, strategic investment and increased scholarly recognition.
People, Culture and Community
CBTS fosters a culture where team members and the broader community recognize the value of their contributions, engage meaningfully in our work and share pride in our collective accomplishments and impact. Goal: Strengthen engagement, communication and collaboration across CBTS and the broader community to advance our shared mission and collective impact.