OVERVIEW

Medical Science Liaison Course is organized by the Drug Information Association (DIA).

Release Date: November 13, 2017
Reviewed and Updated: September 14, 2023
Expiration Date: September 14, 2026

Course Description
This module provides a detailed description of the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role. It begins with an overview of the role, then provides information on key areas of responsibility including identifying and interacting with thought leaders, managing a territory, gathering competitive intelligence, supporting the product lifecycle, utilizing appropriate systems, understanding evaluation metrics, and finally describing a career path.

Featured topics

About the MSL role
Identifying and interacting with thought leaders
Competitive intelligence
Territory management
MSL activities and the product lifecycle
MSL systems
MSL evaluation

Course objectives
At the conclusion of this CME webcast, learners should be able to:

Identify the primary purpose of the MSL position, including functions it serves, primary responsibilities, and activities
Outline key factors in successful thought leader interactions including tiering
Define competitive intelligence and how MSLs do it as part of their role
Identify considerations for successful territory management, including credentialing
Identify how MSLs support the product lifecycle, their focus during each stage, and key MSL activities during that stage
List tracking systems that MSLs use in their work

Who should attend?

Medical Science Liaisons who have been in their positions for 2 years or less
Medical Communications and Medical Information individuals who may work directly with the Medical Science Liaisons at their companies
Executive Leadership Team members who may be considering building or expanding a current Medical Science Liaison team
Professionals who may be considering the Medical Science Liaison role as a future career path