Online Professional Sales (Short) Certificate Program

The Online Professional Sales Short Certificate Program was originally developed as an online sales training program to service Vancouver, Toronto, and other major markets in Canada and is now available globally. The Online Professional Sales Certificate Program is a collaboration between Langara College and The Professional Sales Academy (authors Bill Gibson and Shane Gibson).

Over 300,000 sales people, executives, and business owners have benefited from the principles taught in our sales programs that have traditionally only been available to our enterprise-level sales training clients. We created the Professional Sales Short Certificate Program as an Online course that any individual in the world with an internet connection can attend. If you are looking at sales as a career option, or already have extensive sales experience, this in-depth, upbeat, and engaging program will introduce you to exciting new ways to achieve sales success and help you achieve your full potential as a salesperson.

Key Benefits of this Online Sales Program:

  • The content and lessons are developed by real-world sales professionals. Read more about the author Shane Gibson here.
  • In one semester you can have a Certificate of Completion for Professional Sales from Langara College Continuing Studies.
  • Tenured salespeople who haven’t had formal sales training are able to develop a more well-rounded approach to selling.
  • If you’re new to sales this program will give you a solid foundation to begin your sales career.
  • Over 90% of our students complete this course. This course is cohort based BUT you can do it at your own pace throughout each month. This gives you time flexibility and accountability to complete the course.
  • Applicable to both business to business and business to consumer selling as well as entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Each course is held over a three-week period and consists of weekly reading, podcasts, videos, group discussion boards, and on-demand webinars.  All courses have testing built-in and each participant must have a passing grade in all courses to be eligible for the certificate.

This sales certificate is awarded to students who have successfully completed all four online sales courses below:

Students will have access to their course on the first day using Langara College’s BrightSpace learning system. For course descriptions of our offerings at Langara College this term, please click HERE and then on the orange Course Title. Please note that the CRN is the course number for registration. 

To register for our next upcoming course click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Online Professional Sales Short Certificate Program?

The Online Professional Sales Short Certificate Program is a globally accessible, internet-based sales training course developed by Langara College in collaboration with The Professional Sales Academy. Originally created to serve the Vancouver and Toronto markets, it is now open to anyone worldwide. The program is ideal for individuals new to sales or experienced professionals seeking formal training and certification.

Who developed the program?

This program was created by Langara College in partnership with The Professional Sales Academy. The curriculum and content were developed by experienced sales professionals Bill Gibson and Shane Gibson, whose training programs have benefited over 300,000 people globally.

How long does the program take to complete?

The program takes one semester to complete. Each course within the program runs over a three-week period, and while it follows a cohort structure, students have the flexibility to work at their own pace throughout each month.

What are the benefits of this sales training program?

The program provides students with formal training based on real-world sales experience. It is ideal for tenured salespeople who want to sharpen their skills, new professionals looking to build a strong foundation, and entrepreneurs or business owners aiming to improve their selling abilities. It applies to both B2B and B2C environments and is designed to be engaging, flexible, and practical.

What is the course format?

Each course combines weekly reading, podcasts, instructional videos, group discussion boards, and on-demand webinars. Built-in testing ensures that students meet learning objectives, and a passing grade is required in each course to earn the certificate.

Which courses are included in the program?

The certificate is awarded after successful completion of four core courses: Successful Selling Strategies, Persuasion, Communication & Relationship Building, Motivation, Closing & Keeping Clients, and the Sales & Planning Toolkit.

How do students access the course materials?

Students will access all program content via Langara College’s BrightSpace learning platform. Materials become available on the first day of the course and remain accessible throughout the course duration.

Is a certificate awarded upon completion?

Yes. Upon successful completion of all four courses, students will receive a Certificate of Completion in Professional Sales from Langara College Continuing Studies.

Is the course only available in Vancouver and Toronto?

No. Although the program was originally designed to support students in Vancouver and Toronto, it is now available to students around the world who have access to the internet.

How do I register for the next available session?

You can register for the upcoming session through Langara College’s official website. A registration link is available directly on the course page for easy access.