Professional Sales (CERT)

The Professional Sales certificate will provide students understanding of how to effectively apply sales techniques and theories within their organizations. Students will learn how to use their communication, interpersonal, and professional skills to implement selling strategies including initiating and building long-term customer relationships, principled negotiation skills, and delivering effective sales presentations.

Professional Sales is one of the most common career entry point for college graduates, and a popular first job for business students majoring in any number of fields. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be prepared to begin building their work experience in such fields as economics, international business, management, finance, operations management, and human resources.

This program is designed to enhance employability by developing industry-relevant skills and preparing students for applicable industry certifications; however, it is not designed or intended to lead to professional licensure in any state.