Getting Started in Medical Affairs
BCMAS is the #1 Board Certification for Medical Affairs & Medical Science Liaison Professionals
You have the therapeutic knowledge. You have the clinical knowledge. You have all the scientific skills needed to succeed.
So why aren't you getting the pharma job offers and project opportunities that you deserve?
The Challenge
The Medical Affairs function has grown by 300% in the last 10 years, reflecting its growing importance and responsibility. But the number of people seeking those jobs has grown even faster. For many MSL and HQ based Medical Affairs openings, there are at least 200 applicants. How do you break through the static crowd noise and rise above to distinguish yourself?
The Answer: BCMAS
The Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS) program is the mark of excellence that will make you stand out and demonstrate your capability to contribute to any MSL/Medical Affairs team. With the BCMAS credential, you show commitment and mastery of the profession. 90% of BCMAS professionals land the role they want in as little as 90 days!
Thousands of people love and recommend the BCMAS® program
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 O'Connor, 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
It's 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 liaison (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
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
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
"The BCMAS program provides an in-depth understanding of the medical affairs field"
Dr. Jose Alexander
MD, D(ABMM), FCCM, BCMAS, SM, MB(ASCP)
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 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 O'Connor, 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
The BCMAS was a great learning and growing opportunity for me. It 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.
Jaideep Banerjee, PhD, BCMAS
Medical Science Liaison
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Who Benefits from the BCMAS Certification?
Established Medical Science Liaisons
Aspiring MSLs
MDs, PhDs and PharmDs Seeking to Work in Life Sciences
MDs, PhDs and PharmDs Seeking to Move into Medical Affairs
Medical Affairs Professionals Who Want to Increase Their Effectiveness
Medical Communication Specialists
Medical Information Specialists
Publication Planning Team Members
Clinical Development Professionals
Regulatory Affairs Specialists
Medical Writers
Medical Affairs Specialists Looking to Increase Their Career Options
The Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist Program (BCMAS®)
Distinguish yourself in Pharma
Land your dream role in Pharma in as little as 2 months
Master core skills needed to become an effective MSL or Medical Affairs Pro
Learn on your own time with this self paced, online program
What does the BCMAS® include?
12 Premier Learning Core Competencies (updated quarterly)
Practical Case Studies
Downloadable Resources
Comprehensive Industry Glossary
Knowledge Checks
200+ Question Practice Test Bank
Final Board Examination
24/7 Dedicated Live Support