What Can I Do with a Major in…

Sales

Sales is a complex and diverse field.  There are many opportunities in sales in nearly all industries, including financial logistical, technical, health, retail, and advertising jobs.  Sales positions usually require self-supervision and self-determination, and offer promotions, job security, and recognition.  Ball State offers one of only eleven sale’s centers in the nation, and the only one in Indiana.  The major in sales focuses on professional selling, sales technology, and sales management.  Sales majors also have the opportunity to work with sales coaches from the industry. 

The following occupations represent some career opportunities available to sales majors. Some will require additional education. For more information visit the Career Center in Lucina 220.

Account Executive
Administrative Assistant
Advertising Director
Buyer
Cashier
Commodities Broker
Customer Service Representative
Demonstrator or Product Promoter
Financial Services Broker
Graphic Designer
Insurance Sales Agents
Marketing Manager/Director
Postsecondary Teacher
Property Manager
Public Relations Director
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing Manager
Real Estate Brokers/ Sales Agent
Retail Sales Worker
Sales Engineer
Sales Manager
Travel Agent
Wholesale Sale Representative

Resources available in the Career Center, Lucina 220:

Careers in Focus: Retail (OCC 188.5)
Careers in Focus: Sales (OCC 189.4)
Career Opportunities in The Retail and Wholesale Industry (OCC 188)
Opportunities in Retailing Careers (OCC 189)
Opportunities in Sales Careers (OCC 189.5)

Websites:

BSU: H.H. Gregg Center for Professional Selling 
Great Links to Explore (BSU Career Center)
America ’s Career InfoNet: http://www.acinet.org
Employment Outlook: http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0854971.html
IndianaINTERNnet: http://www.indianaintern.net/home.asp
Internships.com
Internships USA.com
Vault Career Insider
O*NET: http://online.onetcenter.org
Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Salary Wizard: http://www.salary.com