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Medical Affairs: Scientific and Technical Knowledge

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Build scientific confidence for Medical Affairs success.

Scientific credibility is the foundation of effective Medical Affairs practice. This course introduces the essential scientific and technical knowledge required to work confidently in Medical Affairs roles.

Why enrol?

Professionals entering Medical Affairs often come from diverse backgrounds and may lack consistent exposure to therapeutic science, product data, and lifecycle dynamics. This course provides a structured foundation to fast-track your knowledge and confidence.

What will you learn?

You will develop a practical understanding of:

Disease states, patient journeys, and treatment pathways
Pharmaceutical product and medical device fundamentals including mechanism of action, indications, and adverse events
Clinical evidence and how to interpret your key data
The therapeutic product lifestyle and key stakeholders
Reliable sources of scientific and product information

Through guided learning and applied activities, you will build capability in interpreting and communicating scientific information appropriately.

Course Highlights

Designed specifically for Medical Affairs professionals
Industry-aligned and practical learning approach
Self-paced online delivery with flexible access
Focus on real-world scientific engagement skills
Builds a solid foundation for career progression

Who Should Attend

Early-career Medical Affairs professionals
Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs)
Medical Advisors and Medical Managers
Professionals transitioning into Medical Affairs roles
Healthcare or industry professionals seeking foundational knowledge

Develop the scientific literacy required to engage confidently with stakeholders and build your Medical Affairs career. Enrol now to strengthen your foundational ability.

Topics

Therapeutic area fundamentals
Disease pathophysiology and patient journey
Standard-of-care treatments
Product characteristics and mechanism of action
Clinical data and evidence interpretation
Adverse events and safety considerations
Therapeutic product lifestyle
Stakeholder landscape in Medical Affairs
Scientific information sourcing and communication

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:
• Describe key features of a therapeutic area including disease and treatment
• Summarise core scientific attributes of pharmaceutical products and technical specifications
of medical devices
• Identify stages of the product lifecycle and key stakeholders
• Locate and interpret trusted scientific and product information

Course delivery method

Fully online, self-paced (asynchronous) on-demand learning. Participants may start at any time and complete the course at their own pace, within the specified course availability period. Pre-recorded lectures, interactive learning activities.

Course pre-requisites

N/A

Additional course information

Aligned to MAPA Competency Framework.

Participants must successfully complete at least 80% of the program to be eligible for completion recognition. Progression through the content will be tracked, and participants will be required to submit a self-declaration at the conclusion of the program confirming that this completion threshold has been met. This declaration may be independently verified by the University if required. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be issues with a Certificate of Completion from the University of Sydney.

Aligned with the MAPA Working Group - Medical Affairs Competency Framework.

Domain 1: Scientific and Technical Knowledge
Domain 2: Evidence Generation
Domain 3: Compliance and Ethics
Domain 4: Leadership and Professionalism
Domain 5: Communication and Collaboration
Domain 6: Business Knowledge

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Course fees
Standard	$1,700
Alumni/Staff	$1,530

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David Carroll View Profile
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Orin Chisholm Academic lead, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development programs Sydney Pharmacy School, Faculty of Medicine and Health Orin is the academic lead for the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Development programs at the Sydney Pharmacy School, University of Sydney. In addition to her role in academia, she is a regulatory affairs consultant and an adjunct Associate Professor at UNSW Sydney, where she teaches global regulatory affairs leadership at Arizona State University, USA. Read More	True
Matt Britland Matthew Britland is a Medical Affairs leader with over 25 years of experience across clinical practice, the pharmaceutical industry, and academia. His expertise spans oncology, immunology, and rare diseases, with a focus on medical strategy, capability building, and patient outcomes. Currently completing a Doctor of Public Health at UNSW, his research explores Medical Affairs’ impact on the Quality Use of Medicines. A former MAPA President and MAPS APAC Steering Committee member, Matthew contributes to global best practices. He lectures at UNSW and USYD, mentoring future leaders and driving innovation through evidence-based healthcare and strategic collaboration. Read More	False
David Carroll David Carroll is a dedicated Learning and Capability Development specialist with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. A passionate advocate for personal and professional growth, David believes that sustainable business success is built on strong foundations and a culture of continuous learning. Throughout his career, David has collaborated with leading global organisations including Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, AstraZeneca, AbbVie, and Eli Lilly. As a business leadership coach and capability development consultant, he designs and delivers impactful learning programs across commercial, medical affairs, management, and leadership domains. David’s work empowers individuals and teams to unlock their potential, drive performance, and foster innovation through strategic capability building. Read More	False
Andrew Weekes Dr Andrew Weekes is a UK-trained medical doctor with postgraduate qualifications in drug evaluation and pharmaceutical science. With over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical medical affairs and clinical research, he has led multifunctional teams of up to 70 FTE across global head office and national subsidiary roles. His career has focused on generating, interpreting, and communicating clinical evidence to support patients and healthcare professionals, while aligning medical strategy with commercial goals. Dr Weekes is recognised for his strategic thinking, collaborative leadership, and innovative contributions to executive teams. He currently serves as a non-executive director for two biotech startups, bringing board-level insight and governance expertise. Passionate about advancing healthcare through evidence-based solutions, he continues to shape the future of pharmaceutical medicine through cross-functional leadership and global engagement. Read More	False

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