HCMS Business and Leadership Certificate (HCMS-BLC)

The HCMS-BLC provides a comprehensive framework designed to significantly enhance physicians’ understanding of the business of medicine and the skills needed to lead organizations. With a flexible timeline and a variety of learning opportunities, this program allows you to grow at your own pace while achieving tangible milestones. Participants will engage in a combination of in-person sessions, webinars, and leadership opportunities to earn the certificate. There is no cost for HCMS members, and the flexible 18-month format can accommodate your busy schedule. This personalized training experience offers you the opportunity to gain business and leadership training based on your interests and needs at the local county level. No travel is required.

The program consists of a combination of in-person, virtual and on-demand courses and activities centered on topics related to five areas of concentrations:

  • Operational best practices
  • Financial best practices
  • Practice settings and models
  • Leadership
  • HCMS/TMA Involvement

A total of two credits will be required for each area of concentration. The two credits per area of concentration should address any two topics listed within each concentration.


Enrollment is open on a rolling basis to HCMS member physicians who have completed their residency or fellowship and who have been HCMS members (within any membership category) for at least one year prior to enrollment.

This program targets physicians at all levels of their career.

Participants will have 18 months from the date of enrollment to complete the program requirements.

Upon completion, participants will earn a certificate valid for five years. With a flexible timeline and a variety of learning opportunities, this program allows you to grow at your own pace while achieving tangible milestones.


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Each concentration's requirements can be met at:

Click for more information on the concentration requirements.

Program graduates will be recognized by:

  • Framed certificate
  • In-person at their branch
  • HCMS social media
  • HCMS communication platforms (Physician Newsletter, Buzz, etc)

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This program is not associated with any educational institution and does not offer academic credit. Completion of the program does not result in the awarding of academic credits of any kind, nor is it recognized as part of any formal academic degree. The certificate is intended to help with personal development and professional growth. Participants should be aware that the program's certification does not carry academic credit or qualify for transfer to any educational institution.