Selling and Sales Management
Build a career in professional selling through Purdue’s selling and sales management major. Develop the skills to lead in a dynamic, relationship-driven industry, and gain real-world experience through internships, sales competitions and field placements.
Why Purdue?
A selling and sales management degree prepares you to lead in sales, marketing, business development and client relations. Some potential career paths include:
- Sales manager
- Account executive
- Business development manager
- Sales analyst
- Territory manager
- Customer relationship manager
Through valuable learning experiences and world-class instruction, our selling and sales management alumni find success in a variety of careers and advanced degree programs. Some examples include:
- Inside sales representative, Chicago Fire
- Account sales associate, Fischer Homes
- Consumer sales associate, Indianapolis Colts
- Sales development program, United Healthcare
You should pursue the most rigorous high school curriculum available to you. Succeeding in challenging courses will allow you to be a stronger candidate for Purdue’s competitive admission process and better prepare you for college success.
Minimum high school coursework (many applicants exceed these minimums):
- Math – 4 years
- English – 4 years
- Lab science – 3 years
- Social studies – 3 years
- World language – 2 years
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Matt Ramos
At Purdue, this student found more than a campus—Matt found a family that fueled his dreams. Now, as he sets his sights on Olympic gold and gives back through leadership and coaching, he’s a powerful example of what it means to build legacy through community.
Transfer to Selling and Sales Management
Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Completion of a business-related course with a grade of C or better
