Opportunities for Impact: The Biopharma Industry and Global Access

October 15-17, 2025 | Boston, MA

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Overview

Opportunities for Impact: The Biopharma Industry and Global Access is a 2.5-day, executive-style training designed to equip professionals working in biopharmaceutical and related industries with practical tools to assess, measure, and maximize the impact of global market access programs.

Ideal for those working in market access, global health, ESG, sustainability, or impact reporting, the training offers a deep dive into the global access landscape and the roles that companies, governments, and multilateral organizations play in improving health equity.

Participants will explore how access initiatives can align with business growth in emerging markets and will gain skills to critically evaluate the social impact of company strategies.

Through a mix of short lectures, real-world case studies, data-driven exercises, guest speakers, and interactive group work, the training is designed to be highly applied, collaborative, and immediately relevant to your work.

Target Skills

  1. Understand the global access landscape, including historical context and pressing current issues
  2. Consider the respective roles of key actors in efforts to improve access globally, including biopharma companies, governments, and multilateral organizations like WHO
  3. Identify opportunities for companies to “do well by doing good” by expanding business and increasing access to products in emerging markets
  4. Apply a rigorous analytic lens to evaluate the social impact of company access strategies

Exclusive Benefits

  1. Earn a digital badge to showcase on LinkedIn or a professional portfolio
  2. Engage directly with global leaders in business, access strategy, and health equity
  3. Receive curated bonus materials and ongoing access to our exclusive program newsletter

Training highlights

Dynamic and engaging learning format
The training combines interactive classroom sessions, real-world case discussions, applied group projects, and facilitated reflection to ensure a practical, hands-on learning experience.

Guest speakers from across the field
Participants will learn directly from distinguished guest speakers representing leading institutions in biopharma, global health, policy, and access strategy, bringing diverse perspectives and current insights into the classroom.

Held in the heart of Boston
Take part in this immersive course in Boston, a global hub for biopharmaceutical innovation, academic excellence, and health equity leadership. The location offers unique access to thought leaders, institutions, and real-world case studies shaping the future of access.

Led by seasoned practitioners and global experts
The teaching team brings over 20 years of experience in biopharma strategy, global market access, and program evaluation, offering both depth and breadth in theory and practice.

Designed for collaboration and connection
Meaningful networking opportunities are integrated throughout the training, from small-group activities and roundtable discussions to evening receptions—fostering lasting professional connections across sectors and geographies.

Meet our Instructors

Veronika Wirtz, PhD, MSc
Co-Principal Instructor
Peter Rockers, ScD
Co-Principal Instructor

Pricing and Registration

The total cost for the 2.5 day training is $4950.00 and includes instruction, networking dinner, and all meals and materials during the training. All registrations received on or before September 1, 2025 will receive a discounted inaugural price offer of $4,500. The final registration deadline is XXX.

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Contact us

Please contact Carlotta Cellini, Training Cordinator, at cellinic@bu.edu with any questions.

Training Highlights

Dynamic and Engaging Learning Format

The training combines interactive classroom sessions, real-world case discussions, applied group projects, and facilitated reflection to ensure a practical, hands-on learning experience.

Guest Speakers from Across the Field

Participants will learn directly from distinguished guest speakers from leading institutions in biopharma, global health, policy, and access strategy, bringing diverse perspectives and current insights into the classroom.

Held in the Heart of Boston

Boston is a global hub for biopharmaceutical innovation, academic excellence, and health equity leadership. The location offers unique access to thought leaders, institutions, and real-world case studies shaping the future of access.

Led by Seasoned Practitioners and Global Experts

The teaching team brings over 20 years of experience in biopharma strategy, global market access, and program evaluation, offering both depth and breadth in theory and practice.

Designed for Collaboration and Connection

The training includes meaningful networking opportunities such as small-group activities, roundtable discussions, and dinner, fostering lasting professional connections across sectors and geographies.