Professional Sales Foundations introduces learners to the core principles, terminology, and business concepts that drive successful sales organizations. Through practical exercises and realistic business scenarios, learners explore how organizations create value, how customers make purchasing decisions, and how effective sales professionals build lasting customer relationships.

Sales Prospecting and Lead Generation
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Sales Prospecting and Lead Generation
This course is part of Professional Sales Strategies Specialization

Instructor: Barry Finder
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What you'll learn
Explain how businesses create value and how sales supports organizational success.
Analyze the buyer's journey and align sales activities with each stage of the sales cycle.
Compare different sales industries and business models to determine appropriate sales approaches.
Apply foundational sales concepts through case studies, customer scenarios, and a capstone project.
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August 2026
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