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The Sales Leadership Center hosts a variety of events throughout the academic year including sales career fairs, corporate tours, sales competitions, and professional development workshops. These events provide students with an opportunity to develop their communication skills and enhance their confidence. All workshops are open to any CSUF students, regardless of major.

Spring 2025 Calendar of Events

Kick-Off Meeting (February 11, 2025) O'Brien Center (SGMH 3230) In-person; 4 - 6pm

This is the first meeting of the semester to announce the spring schedule to students. All students are invited to attend. Sponsors are welcome to attend to network with new students and potential recruits. While this is not a recruiting event, it can be a good casual network with students.

Sales Fundamentals Workshop (February 25, 2025) Classroom CP126, 4:00 - 5:30 pm

This is a basic overview of the sales process with emphasis for those who have not had sales training or courses previously. This is required for the Certificate of Professional Sales. It will include sales process, handling objections, presentation and selling skills necessary to close a sale.

Resume Workshop (March 4, 2025) O'Brien Center (SGMH 3230); in-person, 4 – 5pm

This is an information session about earning the Certificate of Professional Sales. This certificate is authorized by the USCA (University Sales Center Alliance). Classes, event participation, and sales competitions are part of the requirements for the certificate. Also preparation and advice from sponsor companies to prepare for the career fair.

Sales Career Fair/Sponsor Networking (March 5, 2025) in-person, O'Brien Center (SGMH 3230), 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

This career fair is an in-person event with corporate sponsors attracting students to their internship and career opportunities in the O'Brien Center of Mihaylo Hall. Students are presented with company information and networking opportunities. Companies are encouraged to schedule student interviews during their presentations.

Sales Games Competition (April 11, 2025) in-person, Classroom 2207, 9 am to 1 pm

This competition is a robust sales competition. Training workshops are available to students as they prepare for the competition. Students are given a selling scenario in which they create a sales presentation. Scores are calculated and presented to top placing contestants (top three contestants are awarded scholarships). Judges include corporate partner representatives and alumni. Registration is required.