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Career and School Info for Sales Managers in North Carolina



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Schools Concentrating On Sales Managers

  • Focus: For schools with a focus on this career area, look at Johnson & Wales Charlotte, Central Piedmont Community College, Fayetteville State, and Winston-Salem State University.

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Student Body

  • Part-Time: For schools emphasizing part-time studies, consider Methodist University, Mount Olive College, Shaw University, and Chowan.
  • Female: For schools particularly welcoming to female students, consider Bennett, Peace College, Meredith College, and Salem College.
  • Diverse: For a diverse student body, consider Livingstone, North Carolina A & T, North Carolina Central University, and Elizabeth City State.
  • Adult Learners: For lots of adult learners, consider Montgomery Community College, Mount Olive College, Edgecombe Community College, and Pamlico Community College.

School Setting

  • Out of State: For geographic diversity, take note of Duke, Bennett, Elon University, and Johnson C Smith University.
  • Dorms: For a residential campus environment, take note of St Andrews Presbyterian College, Chowan, Livingstone, and Brevard.

Excellence

  • SAT: For students with high SAT scores, look at Duke, UNC, Elon University, and NC State.
  • % Accepted: For selective institutions, look at Duke, Johnson C Smith University, UNC, and Campbell.
  • Class Size: For small class sizes, look at Bennett, Duke, Brevard, and Wake Forest University.

 

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Spotlight North Carolina Schools Related to This Career

DeVry University

  • Locations: Charlotte, Morrisville
  • Programs: 5 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Bachelor

Strayer University

  • Locations: Charlotte, Concord, Greensboro, Huntersville, Morrisville, Raleigh
  • Programs: 10 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Master, Post- Bachelor's Certificate

University of Phoenix

  • Locations: Asheville, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Raleigh
  • Programs: 11 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Bachelor, Master

DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management

  • Locations: Charlotte, Morrisville
  • Programs: One relevant program; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Master, Post- Bachelor's Certificate

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Study from Anywhere at Online Schools Related to This Career

University of Phoenix Online

  • Programs: 13 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Associate, Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

DeVry University Online

  • Programs: 4 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Bachelor

Kaplan University

  • Programs: 3 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Associate, Master

Walden University

  • Programs: 20 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Bachelor, Doctorate, Master

AIU Online

  • Programs: 3 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Ashford University

  • Programs: 13 relevant programs; click the school name for details.
  • Degrees: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State

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Gardner Webb University • Boiling Springs, NC
Studying Business And Business Education (completion in 2008)

• 5/7/2011

"I'm up to my ears in school loans for a school I didn't like. This business degree I worked my butt off for isn't working it's butt off for me, let's just say that!"

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?noYou could attend a state school for half the cost. Plus the programs there would be larger and more extensive with a better mix of hands-on and in-class learning.
Program Reputation5They get good reviews but overall, they aren't noteworthy. Most of the awards they get are based in Christian literary journals and not in actual business journals.
Program Quality7The program was well organized but the professors were sometimes unprepared. I wish I could say that every class was beneficial, but they really weren't all pertinent to my current career.
Instruction4The professors were sometimes apathetic and unprepared. The programs they provided to help students gain experience or make connections were few and far between.
How Difficult6Most classes only required a few nights of studying to ace each test. It really wasn't as thorough or challenging as I wanted it to be.
Hands-On vs. BookishI prefer hands-on learning, but the school's curriculum doesn't offer much of this. The majority of classes I took were 100% book learning.
Schedule Flexibility8They do provide a large and constantly rotating selection of classes.
Academic Facilities5The library was below average. They had almost no current books and the labs were always closed. Classrooms were locked nightly. The dorm lobbies were always full of movies and games.
Social Life7It was a small school, so there wasn't much. The teams weren't good so the athletics didn't provide much entertainment.
Placement Services2I contacted the school's career services for 3 months prior to graduation. I was given two applications for receptionist positions and never heard from the office again despite several calls.
Alumni Network1There wasn't one. The alumni board was boasted and flaunted while we were in school but I haven't even heard from them since I graduated.

Wake Technical Community College • Raleigh, NC
Studying Criminal Justice Technology (completion in 2010)

• 7/18/2011

"I am very satisfied with my school because I feel that I learned a great deal of information. The professors were great and taught me a lot and helped me whenever I needed it. The program is one of the best that I know. It allowed me to finish my degree quickly and I learned while I did that."

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?yesThis school will allow you to learn a lot about your career. It gives you the hands on experience that you need to be able to succeed in your field. The teachers are great and the facilities are available when you need them. Wake Technical Community College is a great school to learn at.
Program Reputation9The criminal justice program at Wake Technical Community College has one of the best reputations. It is one of the most sought after programs in this area. Police officers from all over North Carolina come to be a part of the program.
Program Quality10The school that I went to for my degree is excellent. I loved being able to go to a community college, close to my home. The teachers were all great. I loved what I studied and felt like it was absolutely the right direction for me. Wake Tech is a great school.
Instruction10Wake Technical Community College is a great school with great professors. The professors were always on their A game. I always felt comfortable and understood what they taught me.
How Difficult5Many of the classes in this degree program were intense and I had to take a lot of time to understand the information. With my teachers help, I was able to succeed. The difficulty of this degree is moderate. It is hard, yet it is doable. It will make you strive to know the information better.
Hands-On vs. BookishMy degree was in Criminal Justice Technology which means that it had a lot of hands on work, as well as book work. I think that this school has a great mixture of both. You learn from the book, but then you take what you learned and you apply it in a hands on manner. This allows you to learn more.
Schedule Flexibility10They have classes all the time. I have to say that is something that I loved about the school. The classes were always available when I needed them. Whether I wanted a night class or a morning class, one was always available.
Academic Facilities8This school has amazing facilities. The library and other facilities are always open and available to the students. I love the fact that the library is open and has a lot of computers to assist students with their needs.
Social Life1Social events are not big at Community Colleges. I did not have any social experiences, unless it was someone that I met during one of my classes.
Placement Services3Job placement is something that they are not very good at. I am still looking for a job in that field and I graduated over a year ago. I did contact the school to try to use their job placement services, but they never contacted me back. I still work as a sales manager because I can not find a job.
Alumni Network1I have heard nothing from Wake Technical Community College since I graduated. They do not have a good alumni program at all.

University Of North Carolina In Wilmington • Wilmington, NC
Studying English (completion in 2011)

• 7/22/2011

"I wish that my life had not taken me to Colorado for only one reason; I wish I could have pursued my graduate degree at UNCW."

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?yesUNCW offered the best educational experience of my undergrad career. I would be honored to attend the university in the future.
Program Reputation10All of UNC's campuses receive national recognition for their English programs as well as their overall program options.
Program Quality10UNCW has exceptional faculty. I have been to three schools, and by far, UNCW surpassed the quality of education that I had received previously.
Instruction10Exceptional faculty. All of the faculty are leaders in their respective fields.
How Difficult8Classes were fairly challenging until my final year. At that point they because very challenging, so I think I had it pretty easy the first three years.
Hands-On vs. BookishEnglish majors with a Literature focus, like myself, are all book oriented. I would rate us more "brain-on."
Schedule Flexibility10I had classes even when I was late signing up, and I was always able to find classes that worked around my full-time work schedule.
Academic Facilities10I was never without resources. UNCW prides themselves on student support. I didn't even need a computer if I couldn't afford one. The library services allowed laptop rental with just a student ID.
Social Life5I was a non-traditional student so my involvement with activities was limited.
Placement Services5I say average because I had no help in job placement. However, having studied at UNCW has landed me several interviews with companies who are familiar with their reputation for excellence.
Alumni Network5If you are involved in the alumni association, it is easy to stay connected. If you are not, you never hear from them.

Wake Forest University School Of Economics • Winston-Salem, NC
Studying Economics (completion in 2005)

• 9/16/2011

"Wake Forest is one of the nation's best private schools. If I had to start all over again I would not hesitate to choose Wake Forest."

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?yesWake Forest is one of the nation's best private schools. If I had to start all over again I would not hesitate to choose Wake Forest.
Program Reputation10Wake Forest's major concentrations are Law and Medicine. However, the School of Economics boasts impressive ratings.
Program Quality10Wake Forest is one of the nation's best private schools. If I had to start all over again I would not hesitate to choose Wake Forest.
Instruction8Although economics in general does not teach you the interpersonal skills you need to be successful in sales, it does give you a solid foundation of business structure and US economics. All interpersonal techniques to make the sale had to be learned post-college.
How Difficult10Wake Forest is extremely selective in their applicants. The admittance rating is around 15% of all applicants.
Hands-On vs. BookishWake Forest provided a 50/50 mix of textbooks and hands-on learning. Many professors believed in trial and error, learning while doing.
Schedule Flexibility3Wake Forest is not a university that would be a good option for those needing flexibility. They expect their students to be full-time, with school being the center of their day.
Academic Facilities10The bookstores and libraries on campus were, and still are, extremely modern and up to date. Any questions you have are easily answered by professors or found via media sources.
Social Life7Wake Forest is not known to be a party school. However, the social life among campus was never lacking.
Placement Services10Job placement directly out of college was extremely simple. My employer saw Wake Forest on my resume and hired me on the spot.
Alumni Network8My school regularly updates alumni on current events. However, being that I now live out of state it is much harder to feel involved.

East Carolina University • Greenville, NC
Studying Business Administration (completion in 2008)

• 10/23/2011

"I would love to return to get my MBA. East Carolina set me up for success!"

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?yesIt was a well rounded program that can facilitate growth for anyone looking to get into business. The wide range of studies will suit just about anyone.
Program Reputation7Not the best in the state, but a lot of people know about the school and what it has to offer. Lots of influential alumni are concentrated in the RTP area of our state and ECU is known for that.
Program Quality9The quality of instruction and the range of courses available were very fulfilling to me. Internship programs were also available to prepare us for the job market.
Instruction9All of the instructors that I had actually had experience in the job market in their fields. My adviser in particular was a great role model for me.
How Difficult7Lots of the topics covered seemed like common sense stuff to me. The hardest part was covering government regulations and tax issues.
Hands-On vs. BookishPretty equal in both aspects. Lots of technology is incorporated so that we could interact with people outside of the school.
Schedule Flexibility5Some classes were harder to get into than others. Night classes were sometimes available to provide flexibility.
Academic Facilities7The College of Business was particularly well funded compared to the other Colleges on campus. Overall, the school's facilities were on the smaller side but were adequate.
Social Life10Everyone was really into football games and tailgating. ECU has a reputation in the state as a party school so students from other colleges would come to party.
Placement Services9Internships were provided for all students. We also had job fairs every semester to create job opportunities for students.
Alumni Network9I get a monthly newsletter about events and other alumni. We are also provided with web casts of continuing education topics.

East Carolina University • Greenville, NC
Studying Business Administration (completion in 2008)

• 12/4/2011

"I enjoyed my time at ECU. I feel that during a different economy, my education would be more beneficial."

Ratings are on a 1-10 scale

CharacteristicRatingComment
Would Recommend?noI am not currently working in my chosen field. I do not think that it is necessary to have a master's degree to be a sales manager.
Program Reputation10The MBA program at ECU is very well known in the state. The program is also well known nationally, for catering to distance learning.
Program Quality10I believe I received a good education that was challenging, but also supportive. I believe that in a different economy, I would be able to find a career in an area that would better suit my education.
Instruction10I received support from the majority of my professors and felt challenged at the same time. I feel that I was given the tools to be able to implement and make business decisions on the job.
How Difficult10I was challenged in the majority of my classes through research papers, presentations, projects and exams. Although I was challenged, I always felt my professors were there to support me.
Hands-On vs. BookishI definitely had to read a lot of chapters, but we were also given a lot of cases to work. This gave us an opportunity to implement what we were learning in a more realistic way.
Schedule Flexibility10My program offered day and night classes. The whole program was also available online.
Academic Facilities10We had a lab that was only available to the MBA students. We also had access to the school library.
Social Life10The university had social activities planned several times a month. My program also had a graduate business association that threw socials once a month.
Placement Services1I have not received much support with job placement. I feel the program should add more internship opportunities.
Alumni Network1Since graduating, I haven't felt the alumni network has benefited me in finding employment. While in the program, I felt a lot of support.
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