Informational Session: Transform Your MSLs’ Impact with University and Industry Expert Training
The HBA Philadelphia Chapter is pleased to collaborate with the Drexel University Close School of Entrepreneurship and Innovara, a global leader in healthcare industry talent development, to offer a pioneering graduate-level certificate program for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) at a discounted tuition rate for HBA members and companies enrolling groups of employees.
Drexel University’s course curriculum is designed to equip MSLs with the essential skills to help transform medical practices, as well as impact business and therapeutic area strategies by pharmaceutical, life sciences, and medical technology companies. The program is ideal for those new to the MSL role or for those with an advanced degree (MD, PhD, PharmD, MS, MSN) transitioning to a critical field-based medical position.
MSLs and field medical staff are essential for sharing scientific knowledge and engaging with medical thought leaders. Training them in communication, innovation, and leadership enhances their impact on patient outcomes.
The certificate program will be delivered in a blended learning, flexible format to accommodate working professionals, combining online modules with interactive, live virtual sessions led by industry and academic experts. The next 10-week session begins on April 8, 2026, and a 20% tuition discount will be offered to HBA members.
Contact Kristen Hayes at khayes3223@drexel.edu for questions about the Certificate Program for Transformational MSLs or to learn about special discounts available for companies’ seeking to create or supplement their internal training program
To learn more about the innovative program and this special HBA discount, please register for the 1-hour virtual informational session.
Learning Objectives
- Apply the real-world approaches learned in class to transform six aspects of the MSL role
- Seamlessly integrate AI to be more effective, efficient, and innovative in the MSL role
Agenda
12:00 PM - 12:05 PM | Introductions |
12:05 PM - 12:50 PM | Drexel MSL Overview |
12:50 PM - 1:00 PM | Q & A Closing Remarks |
Additional Event Information
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Please note: This webinar will be recorded and sent out to all registrants within a few days of the live broadcast.
- Online registration deadline: 19 February 2026
- Event is open to: HBA Members and Non-members
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This event is not refundable.
Pricing
| Regular Registration - Virtual | $10.00 / €10.00 | $15.00 / €15.00 |
| Sponsor Registration - Virtual | $10.00 / €10.00 | $15.00 / €15.00 |
Members receive up to 50 percent discount
Event Policies
Photography Policy
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COVID-19 Policy
The HBA requires that all persons who participate in in-person events do so at their own risk and that each participant agrees to the following agreement before taking part in the activity and urges all participants to act in such a manner as to protect their own safety and the safety of others.
By registering for this event, I fully understand that my participation in the program is purely voluntary. I desire to participate and agree to act reasonably and prudently under the circumstances. I further understand that any HBA volunteers participating in the activity will act individually and will not represent the HBA. As a condition to my participation the activity, I waive and release the HBA and their officers, employees, and agents from any claim that I may have for any damage to property or injury to my person that may result in whole or in part from my participation.
Special Needs Policy
The HBA will make reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with special needs can enjoy all of its programs. Contact us if you require special accommodations for this event.