Bachelor of Science in Sales Management

Choose Saint Rose for Your Bachelor of Science in Sales Management

There is an unparalleled need for highly-trained sales managers and sales representatives in the business world, which is why Saint Rose launched a program in sales — the first of its kind in New York State.

At Saint Rose, you’ll take courses in personal selling, negotiation and conflict resolution, sales management and leadership, and retail management. And, you’ll study coursework that supports your sales major, such as business law, business communications, global business, and operations management.

Enjoy one-on-one guidance and support from expert faculty members like John Dion, who has worked for Bose Corporation and The LEGO Group.

Inside and outside of the classroom, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience at required internships, sales competitions, and by joining the Saint Rose chapter Pi Sigma Epsilon, a co-ed fraternity for students interested in sales, marketing, and management. By the end of the four-year program, you’ll receive your Bachelor of Science in Sales Management and gain an edge in a highly competitive industry.

Make Sales Your Minor

The Huether School of Business also offers a minor in sales management. The minor is ideal for a variety of majors, from biology to computer science. Subject-area expertise is valuable within the sales world, and the minor extends your career options.

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Industry Stats

Median annual wages for sales representatives vary by specialty, but according to the U.S. Bureau for Labor Statistics, median annual wages in May 2019:

$126,640Sales managers
who set sales goals, analyze data, and develop training programs for sales representatives

$81,020Sales representatives
in wholesale and manufacturing industries for technical and scientific products

Program Highlights

You receive the full Saint Rose experience:

One of a Kind Program
The College of Saint Rose is the only college or university in New York State to offer a program in sales.
Required Internships
Internships are required and are found with the support of the school.
Minor in Sales Management
Students majoring in other subjects can also choose to minor in sales management.
Fully Accredited
Accredited by ACBSP, a global accrediting body for teaching excellence in business.
Study Internationally
Study abroad opportunities to prepare for careers with international companies. Students have recently studied in England, Ireland, Italy, and Spain.
Faculty Guided Study Abroad Opportunities
Faculty-led Study Abroad programs during mid-semester breaks visiting companies in a variety of countries. Recent trips have gone to Belgium, France, and Poland.

Sales Program Provides Students with A Sweet Learning Opportunity
This year, the School added a new opportunity for sales students to apply theory to practice with the class Personal Selling and Negotiation, using a friendly sales-training game that draws inspiration from a childhood classic — the lemonade stand.

Saint Rose sales program named top program for fourth year
The College of Saint Rose’s BS in Sales Management program, the first of its kind in New York State, was recognized by the Sales Education Foundation (SEF) magazine as a top program in North America for sales education for the fourth year in a row.

Earn a bachelor's and master's in four years.

Learn like a boss

In addition to our traditional bachelor’s degree Saint Rose now offers our 2-in-4 program, which allows students to save time, money, and get ahead by earning both their bachelor’s and master’s in four years.

Explore Sales Management 2-in-4 Programs

Exceptional Faculty

Our faculty challenge and support you.

Our faculty are great scholars, but your success is their top priority. Unlike large research institutions, Saint Rose is a place where professors invest in their students and put their energy into teaching, making for compelling classes and great learning outcomes.

15:1Student-to-Faculty Ratio

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Curriculum