Sales Minor

Turn Persuasion into a Profession

Curry College’s Sales minor empowers students from any major to excel in one of today’s most dynamic, people‑centered fields. Rooted in communication, relationship‑building, and strategic problem‑solving, the program helps students understand how to connect with others, uncover needs, and create value in ways that drive meaningful impact across industries.

Students develop versatile skills—such as active listening, persuasive communication, collaboration, and data‑informed decision‑making—that translate seamlessly into careers in business, healthcare, sports, media, nonprofit work, technology, and more. Whether you’re passionate about helping others, leading teams, advocating for ideas, or launching new initiatives, the Sales minor strengthens your ability to build trust, navigate complex conversations, and influence positive outcomes.

From business development and account management to entrepreneurship, marketing, and client‑facing roles in any field, the Sales minor complements a wide range of academic paths and prepares you to thrive in a world where strong relationships and effective communication are essential.

Why Study Sales at Curry?

• High-demand career path - Sales roles are among the most abundant and well-compensated entry-level positions across industries.
• Real-world skill development - Learn practical techniques in negotiation, customer relationship management (CRM), and professional communication.
• Experiential learning - Apply concepts through case studies, simulations, and hands-on projects that mirror real sales environments.
• Career versatility - Sales skills translate across industries including technology, healthcare, finance, sports, media, and more.

What You’ll Learn

In the Sales minor, you will:

• Develop persuasive communication and presentation skills
• Understand consumer behavior and decision-making processes
• Learn sales strategy, pipeline management, and forecasting
• Practice negotiation and closing techniques
• Gain proficiency with sales technologies and CRM tools
• Build ethical, long-term customer relationships

Combine Your Major with Sales and Increase Your Professional Value

Examples of job opportunities include:

• Sales + Exercise Science = Personal Trainer/Gym Owner
• Sales + Communication = Communication Media Sales
• Sales + Sport and Recreation Management = Sports Sales and Promotions
• Sales + Finance = Financial Advisor
• Sales + Computer Science = SaaS Business Development
• Sales + Psychology = Human Resource Recruiter
• Sales + Entrepreneurship = VC Sales and Analyst

Sales professionals are critical to organizational success and often enjoy strong earning potential, career mobility, and leadership opportunities.

Internships & Experiential Opportunities

Students are encouraged to gain hands-on experience through internships, networking events, and applied classroom projects. Curry’s strong industry connections help students build valuable professional relationships and launch their careers.