Selling Skills and Sales Operations at Parkland College in Champaign, IL
Total Graduates
3
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
33%
1 of 3
Female Graduates
67%
2 of 3
Annual Tuition
$9,072
In-state rate
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$61,460
10-Year Job Growth
-6.4%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
Showing top 5 of 9 careers| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Advertising Sales Agents
SOC: 41-3011 | $49,168 | -6.4% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers
SOC: 41-1012 | $67,304 | 0% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
SOC: 41-1011 | $37,856 | -5% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Parts Salespersons
SOC: 41-2022 | $29,952 | +3.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Sales and Related Workers, All Other
SOC: 41-9099 | $37,096 | +3.7% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$46,095
Peak Salary
$76,825
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (6)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Your Future Work Environment
Mixed
Setting
Moderate
Physical Demands
Small Team
Team Size
Occasional
Travel
Work Schedule
Indoor/Outdoor
Autonomy Level
Moderate
Overtime Expectations
Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare
Customer Interaction
Moderate
Technology & Tools You'll Master
Digital Literacy Required
EXPERT
Technology Intensity
HIGH
● Essential Software
● Important Software
● Beneficial Software
Digital Competencies You'll Develop
Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Selling Skills and Sales Operations..
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Organization
- Data management
- Helping others
- Teaching
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?
Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer working independently
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.