Management and Marketing Program: Career Facts - E-Business Specialist
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Human
Resource Manager
International Business Manager,
Labor Relations
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Marketing
Manager,
Real Estate
Agent/Broker,
Sales/Marketing Specialist,
Business
Manager/Administrator
Credit Union
Manager
E-Business Specialist
What is a computer sales specialist?
Computer sales specialists sell products and services to customers
using detailed knowledge of the specific characteristics of their
merchandise. In either retail or business-to-business computer sales
positions, extensive product knowledge must also be coupled with
excellent human relations skills and a desire to meet long-term
customer needs. This occupation is growing faster than average for
all occupations and promises continued strong growth over the next
15 years.
What types of skills are required?
As technology changes, those able to keep abreast of those changes
will be best positioned for job success. Skills in the areas of
communication, buyer behavior, human relations, business management,
accounting and economics are required in jobs relating to sales or
marketing.
Where are they employed?
Computer sales specialists may work in both retail and
business-to-business computer sales settings.
What degree is available?
A degree program is offered in Computer Sales
Specialist/Associate Degree in Business.
What is the salary range?
Locally, the starting salary range varies because many compensation
packages are based on commission. Nationally, computer sales
specialists can expect annual earnings starting at $15,000 and
increasing to as much as $55,000+.
