With tens of thousands of jobs in technology sales available, this is a rapidly emerging opportunity that needs sharp people to make critical connections between technical solutions and technical buyers, company owners, and decision-makers. The rapid growth in artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, cyber security, Internet of Things, and more requires effective sales professionals to help bring these products and services to market.



Fundamentals of Technology Sales

Instructor: Dr. James V. Green
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What you'll learn
Explore career opportunities in emerging technologies such as cloud computing and cyber security.
Understand how to consult, present, and solve problems with new technology for success in selling.
Develop your knowledge of how to sell to private companies, public companies, and local, state, and federal governments.
Learn a proven four-step methodology for success as a technology sales professionals.
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There are 5 modules in this course
Get acquainted with the learning experience and course format, meet the faculty, and connect with classmates from across the globe.
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1 video2 readings
Understand how emerging technologies are creating opportunities for sales professionals, and build your knowledge of cloud computing and cyber security.
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8 videos1 reading1 assignment
Examine the critical steps of the sales process, and learn how to prospect, assess customer needs, and propose a solution to these needs.
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7 videos1 assignment
Explore the final stages of selling with an emphasis on sales pipeline management, closing deals, and sales goal planning and forecasting.
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Reviewed on Dec 26, 2021
As a sales person myself I highly recommend this course to all interested in this field.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2023
Such a great course for beginners who want to jump into Tech sales/Saas Sales, the course covers the fundamentals of Technology Sales, Thank UMD for the financial aid.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2024
Great introduction course. Thank you presenters for the tremendous curriculum. Now time to put this new knowledge into ACTION!
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