BCMAS® Reviews
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The BCMAS program sets a standard for medical science liaison professionals, and is packed with information about the industry. The credential gives me a competitive edge in my career. I encourage anyone to complete the BCMAS program to gain comprehensive knowledge of the medical affairs field and become an expert.
Lisa Shaw OConnor, DC, BCMAS
Region Site Success Manager
The BCMAS program was great! The material was challenging as well as relevant to the spectrum of roles that occur in Medical Affairs throughout industries. It very much helped me take my medical science liaison career to the next level and provided me with the information I needed to perform my job efficiently and effectively.
Mark Harman
Founder and Principal
Its always a challenge to transition from academia to industry. And going from a medical science liaison to senior leader, you need something extra. BCMAS helped me have everything in place and helped me expand my knowledge base beyond the product knowledge. To my MSL team members, I think BCMAS can give them a competitive edge in their career.
Jaideep Banerjee, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The BCMAS program is packed with information for a medical science liaisons (MSLs) to be successful in medical affairs, all while being easy to digest. It has left me, a medical science liaison of less than two years, feeling more confident and equipped in my interactions with KOLs as I have been opened to seeing the full capability of my role and my cross-collaborative colleagues roles.
Erin Duffy, PharmD, BCMAS
Sr. Medical Science Liaison
I found the BCMAS program very beneficial as it covered the most important aspects of working in medical affairs. It not only allowed me to acquire theoretical knowledge, but also helped with understanding its practical application. Highly recommended to any medical science liaisons!!
Sandy Gabra, BPharm, MBA, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist course is excellent. It is a very comprehensive course, adapted to the latest regulations and practice in Europe, for both Pharma and Medical Devices and I have been able to use my knowledge gained during the course in my Medical Affairs role. It has given me more confidence to carry out my role and I am sure that the Board Certification will be valuable as my career within Medical Affairs develops. The modules are written well and the questions at the end of each module are great to reaffirm key learning points. I particularly liked the mix of questions and activities with some short games within the modules also as it helped to break up the learning into bite sized chunks. I have enjoyed the learning experience.
Matthew Scott BSc
Medical Science Liaison
"Before going through the certification process, I could function well. But now I have that background understanding to really make me understand what I am doing"
The course was great, and the material was very thorough. It took me a bit longer than the estimated 40 hours because of the extensive notes and review I put into it. Overall excellent course for any individual in medical affairs or medical science liaisons
BreAnn Gross Teague, JD
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
The BCMAS learning platform is very user friendly. Particularly, I was very thankful that the content could be accessed offline on an iPad (which made it easy for airline travel)! The course itself was very interactive and the pre/post practice questions were very helpful to focus my learning on areas in which I was unfamiliar. I learned a great deal from the modules and I felt very prepared for the board exam upon completion. Thank you so much for the opportunity to obtain this valuable certification!
Genevieve Lynn Engle, PharmD
Director, Christy Houston Foundation Drug Center
The program was very insightful and I would say gives an in-depth overview of various aspects the pharma industry which would help one decide what part of the industry to go into. The modules were easy to follow with some fun activities which helped with understanding concepts better. Overall, it was a great experience and would definitely recommend to any individual in the medical science liaison role
Olubunmi Ojo RPh, MBA
Pharmacist
I am very happy about the BCMAS training which I completed. It has been a time of study that has enriched my knowledge in Medical Affair: the knowledge acquired I am sure will support me in my work.
Carla Maccora, MD
Medical advisor Obesity
I was thrilled to enroll in the BCMAS program. The BCMAS program provided me with the opportunity to gain additional skills in the area of the pharmaceutical industry. I was thrilled to be enrolled into the BCMAS Program which is accredited by The Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs. The program is well structured where courses in need of completion are assigned to you. The program allows you to complete it at self pace and provides extensive materials to learn the concepts. The modules provide an opportunity to learn the material in parts where your knowledge is tested. This is a great program to review your knowledge in the area of Medical Affairs or to gain new skills as a medical science liaison
Yelena Venglovskaya PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP
Medical Science Liaison
The program was very helpful to pull together an encompassing understanding of the medical science liaison role, including a great deal of information on regulatory affairs. The format is super engaging!
Tracy Bunting-Early, PhD, BCMAS
Director of Medical Affairs
Depending on your years of experience in the pharmaceutical, device, and/or diagnostics industry and the functions which you have worked before, you may find some modules more familiar and some would be new. If you are planning to join Medical Affairs, this course will give you a very good perspective about what you are getting into.
Navid Nedjatian, MD, MBA, BCMAS
Global Medical Director
"The BCMAS program validated my knowledge, competence, and credibility as a Medical Science Liaison"
Kerry Flecknoe, ESE, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The BCMAS provided me with a thorough knowledge of medical affairs operations, the life sciences industry, cross-functionality within life science companies and the regulatory and ethical requirements of medical science liaisons. In a nutshell, this program gave me an in-depth perspective on the dynamic role a medical science liaison plays in scientific exchange and data generation.
Amandeep Singh, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Content Writer
The BCMAS program is a perfect resource for industry professionals, transitioning academics or anyone seeking to gain and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of healthcare landscapes, therapeutic development and regulatory infrastructure. Medical science liaisons (MSLs), particularly those with a clinical focus, will benefit immeasurably from the scope and depth offered by this course as I have. The ACMA deserves high praise for cultivating this class-leading experience!
Jonathan Blaize, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The board certified medical affairs specialist program has a comprehensive curriculum for medical science liaisons, and I am sure you will find something new to learn regardless of the years of experience you have in medical affairs. The knowledge gained is well worth it. I would very much recommend this program.
Alhannof Algarawi, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
I would like to share with you how much my experience was special and very rewarding. The content was helpful and very interesting and my interlocutors on the platform were very nice
Mehdi Amine Belghomari, PhD
Rare Endocrine Disorders Medical Advisor
I enjoyed the BCMAS course content and the opportunities to take some deep dives into some more obscure corners of the medical affairs. Thanks Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs (ACMA)!
Karah Nazor, PhD
Director of Scientific Research Program
Medical affairs & the medical science liaison role is rapidly evolving and staying on top of things is crucial. BCMAS has been really helpful in leveraging further on the foundations. Some modules were really insightful especially the diagnostics and point of care .
Asmaa Rouk, BPharm
Medical Advisor
The BCMAS Program gave me the official professional recognition as an expert in the area of Medical Affairs as a medical science liaison, and the formal education needed to confidently advise and make decisions on the subject, added to my previous practical experience. It was valuable to my knowledge and career growth.
Tatiana Nunes de Oliveira
Medical Science Liaison
"I learned a lot more about regulatory affairs. We talk about REMs and we support REMs in medical affairs. But I learned a lot about REMs and safety and pharmacovigilance."
I really enjoyed the program as it allowed me to get a sneak peak into various aspects of the Pharmaceutical industry. I recommend it for anyone who is interested in learning more about the medical science liaison position, as a first step in obtaining knowledge.
Mohamed Ali, PharmD
Pharmacy Manager
In my own words, I would say that the BCMAS training gave me a thorough understanding of medical affairs operations. I ve always loved working in the life science industry. It gave me a comprehensive grasp of what to expect in this field. I highly recommend this training to anyone in biomedical research or any medical science liaisons.
Eunice Nathan Otu MD
Clinical Pharmacovigilance Specialist
The BCMAS study modules were comprehensive with content of sufficient depth for self-pace learning throughout course duration. I found the content sufficient for a weekly 1-hour learning for most modules so this course did not add any burden to my work routine at all. I enjoy the links to further reading on update for selected topics - and these information are very updated! I really enjoyed the BCMAS program and would recommend it to any medical science liaison
Yvonne Khoo PhD
Scientific Engagement Manager
I was looking for avenues where I can learn more and grow in medical affairs as a medical science liaison. I got the weekly newsletters from ACMA and got curious. I saw some msl colleagues from Asia who were board certified, so I decided to complete the program. The preparatory modules allowed me to learn new things and improve on what I already know regarding medical affairs.
Raymond Oliva, MD, FPCP, BCMAS
Med Affairs Director
A wealth of information and really supportive society!
Alyn Mitlyng
Clinical Support Specialist
Loved it! Such a great foundation for someone new to pharma. I have a clinical background, so I found the program very helpful. I had the opportunity to meet great people and appreciate the continued online education available. Nothing but good things to say!
Laura Jurasek, BScN, NP, MN, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
I wanted to work in medical affairs as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in the pharmaceutical industry. With the addition of the BCMAS to my LinkedIn profile and resume, it attracted recruiters to me for medical science liaison roles. It also showed prospective hiring managers that I was a self-starter and someone who takes initiative.
Nneka Dimanochie, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
BCMAS program provided me with an enrich valuable content regarding the pharmaceutical industry generally and more specifically to medical science liaisons. The course is highly valuable if medical affairs is your field of interest.
Faisal Alkhateeb BCMAS
Regional Medical Advisor
"The BCMAS program provides an in-depth understanding of the medical affairs field"
Dr. Jose Alexander
MD, D(ABMM), FCCM, BCMAS, SM, MB(ASCP)
Overall this program truly helped me gain the needed knowledge and confidence relating to medical affairs
Rita Bacha, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical sales representative
As a Medical Affairs Fellow, the Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS) Program facilitated my training by providing a comprehensive foundation and building key skills that I can utilize throughout my career. This course is extremely valuable to those starting a career in Medical Affairs.
Michele Muir PharmD, RPh
Medical Affairs, Post-Doctoral Fellow
As a Medical Affairs Fellow, the Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS) Program facilitated my training by providing a comprehensive foundation and building key skills that I can utilize throughout my career. This course is extremely valuable to those starting a career in Medical Affairs.
Michele Muir PharmD, RPh
Medical Affairs, Post-Doctoral Fellow
There was a lot of useful new information for work. At the same time, some previously acquired knowledge was well structured thanks to this program. Overall, this is an excellent training program for employees in the medical affairs department or any medical science liaisons.
Nanulya Kupreishvili
Medical Scientific Liaison, Diabetes
Overall, I think the course was great. My experience has been primarily Medical Device. The Pharmaceutical sections were interesting, and a bit tougher for me to get through. I m very glad you have this course and certification. I learned a lot, and will be recommending my colleagues take the course as well. I work primarily with lasers and implants for eyes. My team works closely with KOLs to put their feedback into design changes and product improvements. We act as a translation team between HCPs and R&D. This course will certaintly help our team.
Jesse Nelson
Associate Director Medical Affairs
I really enjoyed the program. I liked that it was continually updated to stay current based on developments in our field. It also gave great perspective on multiple facets of Medical Affairs across industry.
Christopher Traynham, PhD
Manager, Scientific Communications
It is a very current and rigorous course, with several ways to interact with students, with adapted to reality and that can be an added value especially to those who want a career in Medical Affairs. I would very much recommend it to any medical affairs professionals or medical science liaisons
Alexandre Rebelo-Marques PhD
Co-Founder & CEO
BCMAS program provided me with an enrich valuable content regarding the pharmaceutical industry generally and more specifically in medical affairs. The course is highly valuable if medical affairs is your field of interest or if you are a medical science liaison.
Faisal Alkhateeb PharmD
Medical Science Liaison
Regarding the program, I really enjoyed the content. It is clear, is presented in a good and structured fashion, and it facilitated my first months in the medical science liaison role, providing key concepts about each of the pharmaceutical industry divisions and the skills needed to be a medical affairs professional.
Miguel Ángel M. Morán MD, MSc
Medical Science Liaison Director
The BCMAS program sets a standard for medical science liaison professionals, and is packed with information about the industry. The credential gives me a competitive edge in my career. I encourage anyone to complete the BCMAS program to gain comprehensive knowledge of the medical affairs field and become an expert.
Lisa Shaw OConnor, DC, BCMAS
Region Site Success Manager
The BCMAS program was great! The material was challenging as well as relevant to the spectrum of roles that occur in Medical Affairs throughout industries. It very much helped me take my medical science liaison career to the next level and provided me with the information I needed to perform my job efficiently and effectively.
Mark Harman
Founder and Principal
Its always a challenge to transition from academia to industry. And going from a medical science liaison to senior leader, you need something extra. BCMAS helped me have everything in place and helped me expand my knowledge base beyond the product knowledge. To my MSL team members, I think BCMAS can give them a competitive edge in their career.
Jaideep Banerjee, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The BCMAS program is packed with information for a medical science liaisons (MSLs) to be successful in medical affairs, all while being easy to digest. It has left me, a medical science liaison of less than two years, feeling more confident and equipped in my interactions with KOLs as I have been opened to seeing the full capability of my role and my cross-collaborative colleagues roles.
Erin Duffy, PharmD, BCMAS
Sr. Medical Science Liaison
I found the BCMAS program very beneficial as it covered the most important aspects of working in medical affairs. It not only allowed me to acquire theoretical knowledge, but also helped with understanding its practical application. Highly recommended to any medical science liaisons!!
Sandy Gabra, BPharm, MBA, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist course is excellent. It is a very comprehensive course, adapted to the latest regulations and practice in Europe, for both Pharma and Medical Devices and I have been able to use my knowledge gained during the course in my Medical Affairs role. It has given me more confidence to carry out my role and I am sure that the Board Certification will be valuable as my career within Medical Affairs develops. The modules are written well and the questions at the end of each module are great to reaffirm key learning points. I particularly liked the mix of questions and activities with some short games within the modules also as it helped to break up the learning into bite sized chunks. I have enjoyed the learning experience.
Matthew Scott BSc
Medical Science Liaison
The course was great, and the material was very thorough. It took me a bit longer than the estimated 40 hours because of the extensive notes and review I put into it. Overall excellent course for any individual in medical affairs or medical science liaisons
BreAnn Gross Teague, JD
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
The BCMAS learning platform is very user friendly. Particularly, I was very thankful that the content could be accessed offline on an iPad (which made it easy for airline travel)! The course itself was very interactive and the pre/post practice questions were very helpful to focus my learning on areas in which I was unfamiliar. I learned a great deal from the modules and I felt very prepared for the board exam upon completion. Thank you so much for the opportunity to obtain this valuable certification!
Genevieve Lynn Engle, PharmD
Director, Christy Houston Foundation Drug Center
The program was very insightful and I would say gives an in-depth overview of various aspects the pharma industry which would help one decide what part of the industry to go into. The modules were easy to follow with some fun activities which helped with understanding concepts better. Overall, it was a great experience and would definitely recommend to any individual in the medical science liaison role
Olubunmi Ojo RPh, MBA
Pharmacist
I am very happy about the BCMAS training which I completed. It has been a time of study that has enriched my knowledge in Medical Affair: the knowledge acquired I am sure will support me in my work.
Carla Maccora, MD
Medical advisor Obesity
I was thrilled to enroll in the BCMAS program. The BCMAS program provided me with the opportunity to gain additional skills in the area of the pharmaceutical industry. I was thrilled to be enrolled into the BCMAS Program which is accredited by The Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs. The program is well structured where courses in need of completion are assigned to you. The program allows you to complete it at self pace and provides extensive materials to learn the concepts. The modules provide an opportunity to learn the material in parts where your knowledge is tested. This is a great program to review your knowledge in the area of Medical Affairs or to gain new skills as a medical science liaison
Yelena Venglovskaya PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP
Medical Science Liaison
The program was very helpful to pull together an encompassing understanding of the medical science liaison role, including a great deal of information on regulatory affairs. The format is super engaging!
Tracy Bunting-Early, PhD, BCMAS
Director of Medical Affairs
Depending on your years of experience in the pharmaceutical, device, and/or diagnostics industry and the functions which you have worked before, you may find some modules more familiar and some would be new. If you are planning to join Medical Affairs, this course will give you a very good perspective about what you are getting into.
Navid Nedjatian, MD, MBA, BCMAS
Global Medical Director
"The BCMAS program validated my knowledge, competence, and credibility as a Medical Science Liaison"
Kerry Flecknoe, ESE, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The BCMAS provided me with a thorough knowledge of medical affairs operations, the life sciences industry, cross-functionality within life science companies and the regulatory and ethical requirements of medical science liaisons. In a nutshell, this program gave me an in-depth perspective on the dynamic role a medical science liaison plays in scientific exchange and data generation.
Amandeep Singh, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Content Writer
The BCMAS program is a perfect resource for industry professionals, transitioning academics or anyone seeking to gain and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of healthcare landscapes, therapeutic development and regulatory infrastructure. Medical science liaisons (MSLs), particularly those with a clinical focus, will benefit immeasurably from the scope and depth offered by this course as I have. The ACMA deserves high praise for cultivating this class-leading experience!
Jonathan Blaize, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
The board certified medical affairs specialist program has a comprehensive curriculum for medical science liaisons, and I am sure you will find something new to learn regardless of the years of experience you have in medical affairs. The knowledge gained is well worth it. I would very much recommend this program.
Alhannof Algarawi, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
I would like to share with you how much my experience was special and very rewarding. The content was helpful and very interesting and my interlocutors on the platform were very nice
Mehdi Amine Belghomari, PhD
Rare Endocrine Disorders Medical Advisor
I enjoyed the BCMAS course content and the opportunities to take some deep dives into some more obscure corners of the medical affairs. Thanks Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs (ACMA)!
Karah Nazor, PhD
Director of Scientific Research Program
Medical affairs & the medical science liaison role is rapidly evolving and staying on top of things is crucial. BCMAS has been really helpful in leveraging further on the foundations. Some modules were really insightful especially the diagnostics and point of care .
Asmaa Rouk, BPharm
Medical Advisor
The BCMAS Program gave me the official professional recognition as an expert in the area of Medical Affairs as a medical science liaison, and the formal education needed to confidently advise and make decisions on the subject, added to my previous practical experience. It was valuable to my knowledge and career growth.
Tatiana Nunes de Oliveira
Medical Science Liaison
I really enjoyed the program as it allowed me to get a sneak peak into various aspects of the Pharmaceutical industry. I recommend it for anyone who is interested in learning more about the medical science liaison position, as a first step in obtaining knowledge.
Mohamed Ali, PharmD
Pharmacy Manager
In my own words, I would say that the BCMAS training gave me a thorough understanding of medical affairs operations. I ve always loved working in the life science industry. It gave me a comprehensive grasp of what to expect in this field. I highly recommend this training to anyone in biomedical research or any medical science liaisons.
Eunice Nathan Otu MD
Clinical Pharmacovigilance Specialist
The BCMAS study modules were comprehensive with content of sufficient depth for self-pace learning throughout course duration. I found the content sufficient for a weekly 1-hour learning for most modules so this course did not add any burden to my work routine at all. I enjoy the links to further reading on update for selected topics - and these information are very updated! I really enjoyed the BCMAS program and would recommend it to any medical science liaison
Yvonne Khoo PhD
Scientific Engagement Manager
I was looking for avenues where I can learn more and grow in medical affairs as a medical science liaison. I got the weekly newsletters from ACMA and got curious. I saw some msl colleagues from Asia who were board certified, so I decided to complete the program. The preparatory modules allowed me to learn new things and improve on what I already know regarding medical affairs.
Raymond Oliva, MD, FPCP, BCMAS
Med Affairs Director
A wealth of information and really supportive society!
Alyn Mitlyng
Clinical Support Specialist
Loved it! Such a great foundation for someone new to pharma. I have a clinical background, so I found the program very helpful. I had the opportunity to meet great people and appreciate the continued online education available. Nothing but good things to say!
Laura Jurasek, BScN, NP, MN, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
I wanted to work in medical affairs as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) in the pharmaceutical industry. With the addition of the BCMAS to my LinkedIn profile and resume, it attracted recruiters to me for medical science liaison roles. It also showed prospective hiring managers that I was a self-starter and someone who takes initiative.
Nneka Dimanochie, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
BCMAS program provided me with an enrich valuable content regarding the pharmaceutical industry generally and more specifically to medical science liaisons. The course is highly valuable if medical affairs is your field of interest.
Faisal Alkhateeb BCMAS
Regional Medical Advisor
"The BCMAS program provides an in-depth understanding of the medical affairs field"
Dr. Jose Alexander
MD, D(ABMM), FCCM, BCMAS, SM, MB(ASCP)
Overall this program truly helped me gain the needed knowledge and confidence relating to medical affairs
Rita Bacha, PharmD, BCMAS
Medical sales representative
As a Medical Affairs Fellow, the Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS) Program facilitated my training by providing a comprehensive foundation and building key skills that I can utilize throughout my career. This course is extremely valuable to those starting a career in Medical Affairs.
Michele Muir PharmD, RPh
Medical Affairs, Post-Doctoral Fellow
As a Medical Affairs Fellow, the Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS) Program facilitated my training by providing a comprehensive foundation and building key skills that I can utilize throughout my career. This course is extremely valuable to those starting a career in Medical Affairs.
Michele Muir PharmD, RPh
Medical Affairs, Post-Doctoral Fellow
There was a lot of useful new information for work. At the same time, some previously acquired knowledge was well structured thanks to this program. Overall, this is an excellent training program for employees in the medical affairs department or any medical science liaisons.
Nanulya Kupreishvili
Medical Scientific Liaison, Diabetes
Overall, I think the course was great. My experience has been primarily Medical Device. The Pharmaceutical sections were interesting, and a bit tougher for me to get through. I m very glad you have this course and certification. I learned a lot, and will be recommending my colleagues take the course as well. I work primarily with lasers and implants for eyes. My team works closely with KOLs to put their feedback into design changes and product improvements. We act as a translation team between HCPs and R&D. This course will certaintly help our team.
Jesse Nelson
Associate Director Medical Affairs
I really enjoyed the program. I liked that it was continually updated to stay current based on developments in our field. It also gave great perspective on multiple facets of Medical Affairs across industry.
Christopher Traynham, PhD
Manager, Scientific Communications
It is a very current and rigorous course, with several ways to interact with students, with adapted to reality and that can be an added value especially to those who want a career in Medical Affairs. I would very much recommend it to any medical affairs professionals or medical science liaisons
Alexandre Rebelo-Marques PhD
Co-Founder & CEO
BCMAS program provided me with an enrich valuable content regarding the pharmaceutical industry generally and more specifically in medical affairs. The course is highly valuable if medical affairs is your field of interest or if you are a medical science liaison.
Faisal Alkhateeb PharmD
Medical Science Liaison
Regarding the program, I really enjoyed the content. It is clear, is presented in a good and structured fashion, and it facilitated my first months in the medical science liaison role, providing key concepts about each of the pharmaceutical industry divisions and the skills needed to be a medical affairs professional.
Miguel Ángel M. Morán MD, MSc
Medical Science Liaison Director
