College of Business, Engineering, and Technology

Professional Selling Institute

Per Rasmussen '86 & Nina Skage '86

Sharpen Your Skills for Success

The Per Rasmussen '86 and Nina Skage '86 Professional Selling Institute prepares students to meet the needs of the ever-growing business-to-business (B2B) professional selling and sales management fields. The associated Professional Selling program aims to strengthen students’ unique value to the job market as they prepare to begin their careers and further their professional development. Any St. Cloud State University student may enroll in the program regardless of major.

To succeed in the field of B2B professional selling and sales management, students must be well-versed in the essential communication and leadership skills that are the foundation of a long-term career in the industry. Our two state-of-the-art sales suites provide an enriching, hands-on learning environment for students to role-play sales presentations in an interactive, real-work business setting with industry professionals. The feedback and mentoring received through the PSS program prepare students to enter the fast-paced professional selling arena with confidence and knowledge.

Meet the Director

Dave Titus

Professor Dave Titus serves as the Director of the Per Rasmussen ’86 and Nina Skage ’86 Professional Selling Institute at St. Cloud State University. Since the launch of the Professional Selling Specialization program in 2014, he has been instrumental in its development and continued success.

With a strong background in industry and a wide network of professional relationships, Professor Titus brings valuable real-world insight to the classroom. He works closely with students to prepare them for both on-campus and international sales competitions, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to excel in competitive and professional environments.

For more information about the Professional Selling Institute, the Professional Selling Specialization, or how to partner with us to support the program, email us at profselling@stcloudstate.edu.

Professional Selling Specialization

Prepare for success in your professional business to business sales career.

Students who complete the specialization will gain insight and experience in five key areas:

Professional selling theory and skills development
Professional selling practicum and shadowing
Sales management practicum and shadowing
Global marketing and culture in professional selling
Social media and technology in professional selling

The Per Rasmussen '86 and Nina Skage '86 Professional Selling Institute offers students across majors and disciplines tremendous value in terms of networking, skill-building, internships and career opportunities. The Professional Selling Institute and the Professional Selling Specialization provide students with a practical, adaptable skill-set that can be utilized both personally and professionally, in virtually any career path.

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From outside of the Professional Sales Lab, a staff person speaks with several students around a high top table