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Marketing - Professional Sales Emphasis

Acquire the knowledge and skills sought after in the marketing industry with a bachelor's degree in professional sales from UW-Eau Claire.

Available as
Certificate or Major
Description

Close the Deal with Professional Sales

Our College of Business is accredited by AACSB International, a distinction achieved by less than 5% of all business schools worldwide. With an outstanding curriculum and top-notch, expert sales faculty, your UWEC education will give you the knowledge and skills highly sought after in the marketing industry.

Here, your learning isn't confined to just the classroom. Join the award-winning Blugold Sales Team and participate in collegiate sales competitions around the country. Internships, opportunities to study abroad, and sales-focused student organizations will provide you with new skills, experiences, and ways of thinking.

Provided with all the tools and resources you need, you’ll graduate from our renowned sales program confident and ready to market your way to success.

Degree Types

Program Details

Degree Types
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Degree Level undergraduate
Available asCertificate or Major
Program Length 4 years
Campus
Eau Claire
In-person or online
On Campus
Requires a minor No
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Accreditation Information

Our business programs are among the best. We are accredited by AACSB International, a mark of excellence achieved by less than 5% of all business schools worldwide.

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Why Professional Sales?

Professional Sales offers a unique blend of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking and practical knowledge that is essential for success in any business endeavor. Sales professionals are the driving force behind revenue generation, building relationships, and understanding customer needs, making them invaluable to any organization.

With a professional sales degree, students gain a competitive edge by learning how to effectively communicate, negotiate and close deals, which are transferable skills that open doors to a wide array of career opportunities. 

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Transform Your Future

Here, we don’t just promise an education; we deliver an immersive experience as you’ll do more than attend classes – you’ll forge your path in the professional sales landscape through opportunities to interact with leading companies to hone your skills in presentation, negotiation and strategic problem-solving.

Stand out in the competitive sales arena by joining forces with our UWEC Sales Team and networking within our celebrated American Marketing Association and Pi Sigma Epsilon chapters. Immerse yourself in renowned events like the Blugold Sales Challenge, the National Collegiate Sales Competition, and the Great Northwoods Sales Warm-Up.

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Excellent Sales Curriculum

Our faculty are more than educators; they are mentors committed to fusing academic excellence with practical experience in an environment dedicated to your success. They are seasoned experts from the sales industry and are also influential researchers. This mix of instructional mastery and pioneering research ensures your education is attuned to the current market demands and future demands. 

Choosing UWEC means you’re not merely opting for a degree; you’re joining a tradition of achievement. Let’s carve your path to success together.

Facts List

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100% Employed or Continuing Education
Every 2022-2023 graduate from this major is currently employed or continuing their education.
Explore A New Campus
Participate in the National Student Exchange Program and choose from 180 schools, including universities in Canada, Guam, and the Virgin Islands.
100% Of Classes Taught By A Professor
You won't find Teaching Assistants (TAs) at UWEC. All our classes are taught by top-notch faculty members.
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What can I do

Where can the marketing - professional sales emphasis program lead me after graduation?

Graduates of our professional sales program are prepared to hit the ground running. Because many organizations need sales professionals, alumni find employment in a variety of industries. 

Example Careers

  • Account executive
  • Business development representative
  • Sales consultant
  • Sales operations coordinator
  • Territory sales manager

Recent Graduates

Sales Associate
Staples

Consumer Products Sales Rep
Hormel Foods

Sales Consultant
Schlumberger

Sales Executive
Cottingham and Butler

Account Manager
Medix

Agent
Aflac

Courses information
SampleCourses

Our professional sales program prepares you for success through a strong liberal education with major-specific coursework in marketing, management, sales, and business. A required professional development program also covers topics in career planning, professional image, interviewing, etiquette, and networking. 

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