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The #1 Medical Science Liaison Board Certification Program
Boost your team's medical affairs and medical science liaison expertise with our best in class training. Dive into 12 core competencies packed with core competencies for your team's success.
Official - the only recognized board certification program by regulators for medical science liaisons (MSLs) & medical affairs.
Format - 100% online, self-paced, audio
Program access - 6 months (average completion time is 40 hours)
Exam required - yes, 4 attempts provided (online)
Support provided - 24/7 live human chat included
BCMAS® is accredited
ACMA meets the rigorous standards of a prestigious accrediting body (International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training/American National Standards Institute (IACET/ANSI)), reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality, accredited learning opportunities.
Manage your medical affairs team success like never before
Key Opinion Leaders Value BCMAS®
In a study of over 1200 Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), 87% affirmed that medical science liaison and medical affairs professionals with a BCMAS® credential were viewed as more competent, credible, and trustworthy. This underscores the esteemed reputation of BCMAS® holders, reflecting their commitment to excellence and integrity in healthcare.
Statistically Significant Results with BCMAS®
A study comparing the pre-quiz vs. post quiz scores of medical science liaison and medical affairs professionals who enrolled in the BCMAS® program found that upon completion of the BCMAS® program.
The mean score of learners increased by 80%
This was statistically significant (P-value < .0001)
Improved Compliance
70% of surveyed compliance professionals indicated that certified individuals with BCMAS® would improve a medical affairs team’s level of compliance.
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Discover the success behind the BCMAS program with just one click. Let ACMA set the stage with our accredited world class education for medical affairs and medical science liaisons (MSLs), gaining a competitive advantage for your organization.
Why board certification is needed?
Comprehensive Skills for MSL Success
Equip your team with essential broad skills crucial for navigating the multifaceted landscape of medical affairs.
Navigating Complex MSL Interactions More Effectively
Adapt to the evolving dynamics of MSL interactions amidst limited access to key opinion leaders (KOLs) with our program.
Mitigate Risks in an Era of Greater Visibility
Empower your team to mitigate risks effectively in the face of heightened visibility within medical affairs through our BCMAS program.
Establish Consistency & Uniformity
Reduce the risk of underachievement by investing in board certification to elevate your team's performance in medical affairs.
Showcase commitment to patient safety and transparency with BCMAS®
Demonstrate dedication to transparency and effectiveness within Medical Affairs / medical science liaisons (MSLs) organizations through BCMAS® certification
4.8 /5 - BCMAS Ratings on Google
BCMAS is accredited by IACET/ANSI
Elevating Standards in Healthcare
Trusted scientific and medical experts are in demand, with Medical Affairs & medical science liaison organizations playing a critical role in supporting the healthcare community's call for higher standards.
Setting Industry Standards with BCMAS®
ACMA's BCMAS® program educates life sciences teams, demonstrating their commitment to the highest standards and raising the industry benchmark.
Innovation & Compliance
Inspire innovation and validate compliance for your medical affairs & medical science liaison (MSL) team with the BCMAS® program.
Elevate Your Organization's Commitment
The BCMAS® seal signifies your organization's dedication to quality, care, and enhanced patient outcomes, showcasing rigorous evaluation by the pharmaceutical industry's sole accreditor, and demonstrating a commitment to exceeding standards for patient well-being.
Why certify with ACMA?
The first and only accredited medical science liaison (MSL) and medical affairs certification program
Our certifications meet the rigorous standards of a prestigious accrediting body, reflecting our commitment to providing high quality, accredited learning opportunities.
8000+
certified & growing
Trusted by professionals from top companies
The BCMAS certification has accelerated the careers of thousands of medical science liaisons and medical affairs professionals across top leading pharma companies. The ACMA works with over 250+ pharmaceutical companies
ACMA is a reputable resource in the medical affairs world for 10+ years
The ACMA is the gold standard for medical affairs education and credentialing. Our respected certification programs equip professionals with cutting edge knowledge and skills to excel across the medical affairs landscape.
4.8 /5 - BCMAS Ratings
BCMAS upgrades Medical Affairs teams from “adequate” to elite
AI Foundations for Medical Affairs Professionals
Strategic Mastery of Medical Affairs and AI Integration
Clinical Trial Design and Drug Development
Medical Devices, Diagnostics, and Digital Innovation
Value Demonstration with HEOR & AI
Regulatory Affairs
MSL Excellence and AI-Driven Field Insights
Drug Safety, Pharmacovigilance and Predictive Analytics
Evidence Generation and Scientific Appraisal
Business Acumen & Al Strategy in Medical Affairs
Compliance and Data Privacy in Medical Affairs
Scientific Communications and Publication Strategy
Al Impact in Medical Information
Who should enroll in the BCMAS program from my team?
Medical science liaisons
Medical communication specialists
Senior medical science liaisons
Scientific communication professionals
Publication planning professionals
Managed care MSLs
Medical communication specialists
Medical directors
Pharmacovigilance/drug safety
Medical affairs professionals seeking to increase their effectiveness
Our customer success team will help you get the support you need
Comprehensive onboarding process
Dedicated account manager
Get real time insights & analytics with the ACMA Go Learn learning management platform
Stay up to date with the best practices in the industry for the medical affairs / medical science liaison field
Authorized seal usage & official certified assets
Thousands of people love and recommend BCMAS®
"The BCMAS helps build confidence in Medical Affairs and fits into the broader pharmaceutical organization. Additionally, the self-paced learning environment allows professionals to become board certified while working full-time. Working with the ACMA was an amazing experience and implementing board certification helps to set any medical affairs or MSL organization apart."
Chelsea Aiudi
PharmD, BCMAS
"One of the best benefits is the byproduct. I've been in medical affairs since 2000, working alongside regulatory, legal and drug info. I think what's good about the BCMAS is it expands your team's horizons to see these other major areas and the roles and responsibilities within them. I think that's a nice benefit from going through the certification process"
Bob Fell
PharmD, BCMAS
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
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.
Lisa Shaw OConnor, DC, BCMAS
Region Site Success Manager
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
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
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 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
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
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
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