CollegeJames Madison University
Contact person nameRichard Tate
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Address421 Bluestone Dr
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22807
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Phone number540-383-1176
Websitehttps://www.jmu.edu/cob/centers/center-for-professional-sales/index.shtml
Year Founded2015
Online Courses?No
Program TypeUndergraduate Concentration
Internship Required?Internships are not required, but they are encouraged.
Total Faculty5
% Job Placement95
Accreditations / AffiliationsAACSB
Sales CoursesMKTG 430 - Professional Selling MKTG 466 - Advanced Professional Selling MKTG 455 - Sales Leadership MKTG 465 - Technology in Sales
Class Size150
Year2015
Tenured2
Non-Tenure1
Part-Time Faculty2
Description

We collaborate closely with corporate partners who act as "buyers" in our in-person sales role plays. These scenarios, based on real products, services, and current challenges, immerse students in authentic sales situations. By engaging directly with industry executives, trainers, and recruiters, students refine their skills and gain practical experience. This exposure also fosters valuable connections that frequently lead to job offers after graduation.

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