Professional Sales Minor

Why add a minor in Professional Sales?

When you study Professional Sales at UND, you'll gain valuable insight into the minds of consumers. You'll gain the skills and expertise to help an organization grow and thrive.

Learn online or on-campus through:

• Expert teaching - many with industry sales experience
• Professional guest speakers
• Role play
• Negotiations
• Certificate modules
• Sales competitions

This minor in sales teaches a variety of approaches, such as consultative selling, which is helpful for those not only in direct sales roles, but also those in selling support roles. Because you'll study a wide range of sales techniques, this minor is a great launching pad for careers in business, marketing, sales management and other fields that demand an understanding of the consumer and consumer mindset.

What majors pair well with a Professional Sales minor?

Combining a Professional Sales minor with certain majors can enhance your understanding of sales strategies and broaden your career opportunities in sales and related fields. Here are some bachelor's degrees that complement a Professional Sales minor:

• Marketing Degree: A Marketing major provides insights into consumer behavior, market research, and promotional strategies, which are foundational for successful sales techniques and client engagement.
• Business Degree: A broad Business degree offers a comprehensive understanding of various business functions, including management, finance, and operations, providing valuable context for sales professionals operating within organizational structures.
• Communication Degree: Communication skills are essential for effective sales interactions, including active listening, persuasion, and negotiation. A Communication major provides training in verbal and nonverbal communication techniques crucial for building rapport with clients and closing deals.
• Psychology Degree: Understanding human behavior and motivations is key to successful sales strategies. A Psychology major offers insights into consumer psychology, decision-making processes, and interpersonal dynamics, which can inform sales approaches and relationship-building techniques.
• Economics Degree: Knowledge of economic principles, market trends, and pricing strategies is valuable for sales professionals navigating competitive markets and maximizing revenue opportunities. An Economics major provides a strong analytical foundation for sales-related decision-making.
• Entrepreneurship Degree: Entrepreneurship majors learn about innovation, opportunity recognition, and business development, which are valuable skills for sales professionals seeking to identify new markets, cultivate leads, and drive business growth.