Student Testimonials
Tell me a little about your background.
I had been a sales manager in the ski industry and was looking for a more stable career with a higher ceiling.
Why were you interested in pursuing medical sales as a career?
Medical sales is an industry that is both challenging and rewarding. With constant advancements in medicine, there will always be something new to learn and share. Most importantly, you have the opportunity to be a part of a process that helps people.
How did you learn about Medical Sales College?
Through a friend of a friend who had recently been placed.
What ultimately made you decide to attend?
I was ready for a career change and didn't want to spend months or years trying to break into the industry. I wanted to do as much as possible to shorten the time it took to find an opportunity.
Please describe your training experience at Medical Sales College.
I had the sales and business experience so the knowledge gained in anatomy, biology, common orthopedic procedures, and medical devices was key in landing a role in the industry.
Why should someone attend Medical Sales College?
How long did you try to get into the industry before attending MSC? What was that experience like?
I knew it was a competitive and difficult industry to get into so I didn't spend much time before applying to MSC.
Explain what your interview process was like.
It was a full two months from the time I applied until the time I signed a contract. It started with Personality Index assessments and a HireVue interview before two in-person interviews.
What do you know now that you wish you had known before entering the industry/attending Medical Sales College?
The interview process can be long, difficult and thorough. Be patient and persistent while you find the right fit!
What was the most valuable thing you learned at Medical Sales College/What piece of training do you use the most in your day-to-day activities?
Being able to talk products and procedures at a competent level in interviews was invaluable.