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Dr. James V. Green

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Fundamentals of Technology Sales

University of Maryland, College Park

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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.
Imagine helping transform an industry of business customers from traditional computers and large on-premise storage rooms littered with vulnerabilities and cyber threats to technologically advanced, low-cost, scalable technology and proven secure environments. With expert-led training and practice in this course, you’ll have the opportunity to confidently drive revenue for your employer and your customers.

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Approx. 4 hours to complete

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What you will 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.

Skills you will gain

Sales Development
Sales Management
Sales Strategy
Sales
Sales Presentation

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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Beginner Level

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Approx. 4 hours to complete

English

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Instructor

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Dr. James V. Green

Managing Director of Learning and Development

Maryland Technology Enterprise Institute

107,786 Learners

13 Courses

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University of Maryland, College Park

The University of Maryland is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 37,000 students, 9,000 faculty and staff, and 250 academic programs. Its faculty includes three Nobel laureates, three Pulitzer Prize winners, 47 members of the national academies and scores of Fulbright scholars. The institution has a $1.8 billion operating budget, secures $500 million annually in external research funding and recently completed a $1 billion fundraising campaign.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

26 minutes to complete

Introduction to the Fundamentals of Technology Sales

26 minutes to complete

1 video (Total 6 min), 2 readings

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

The Role of Technology in Technology Sales

2 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 77 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

Week3

Week 3

1 hour to complete

The Four-Step Sales Process

1 hour to complete

7 videos (Total 53 min)

Week4

Week 4

1 hour to complete

Closing the Sale

1 hour to complete

4 videos (Total 43 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz

Reviews

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TOP REVIEWS FROM FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNOLOGY SALES

by AINov 19, 2022

Excellent entry-level courses for anyone getting into the tech sales ever-growing industry. This is a must-get before a career in the tech sales industry.

by LGMar 9, 2023

Very straight and to the point about the sales process. Greatly enjoyed learning in this course, much more succint than other courses I have recently completed. Thanks everyone!

by YKDec 25, 2021

As a sales person myself I highly recommend this course to all interested in this field.

by JHDec 13, 2022

Great start to finish course. Gave a great look into opportunities in the tech sale world and how to be successful once entering.

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