Sales Representative

Across industries, sales representatives are on the frontline of growth and increased revenue. As the "face" of a business, sales representatives must be equal parts product expert, relationship manager, and persuasive negotiator. If one knows how to connect with leads and convert them into customers, they possess a vital skill set that can lead to a lucrative career in business development.

Learning basic sales mechanics is an effective way to start an entry-level career in sales and gain further experience in the field. This course will train you to be an effective sales representative in the today's evolving global economy. You will learn the fundamentals of selling, customer relationship management, telephone sales, and more. By course completion, you will understand key sales principles and techniques for effectively translating product knowledge into customer solutions.

Jamie Calbeto

Jamie Calbeto is an educator specializing in business, information technology, and logistics. He was both faculty at RMIT University Vietnam for more than a decade, teaching supply chain management and coordinating in the School of Business. Calbeto holds a Bachelor of Economics from University of Central Florida, a Master of Science in Industrial Technology from East Carolina University, and a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching and Learning.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Any word processing application (not included in enrollment).
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.