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    IT Sales

    Why complete our Job Simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Cisco. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessments

    Welcome to our program! We are so excited to have you here.

    Cisco Systems, Inc. is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco's Internet Protocol-based (IP) networking solutions are the foundation of the Internet and most corporate, education, and government networks around the world.

    Cisco creates leading products and key technologies to make the Internet more useful and dynamic. These technologies include: advanced routing and switching, voice and video over IP, optical networking, wireless, storage networking, security, broadband, and content networking.

    During this program, you will have the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Cisco team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our IT Sales team does every day. You’ll learn how to secure and run meetings with clients and present solutions.

    We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Cisco!

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Written Communication
    Client Research
    Prospecting
    Research
    Preparation
    Analysis
    Discovery
    Objection Handling
    Presentation
    Public Speaking

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Cisco. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.

    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Secure a Meeting with a Potential Client
    30-60 mins
    Use the Cisco story to engage the customer
    What you'll learn
    • Understanding customer priorities
    • How to give a high-level pitch to a prospect
    What you'll do
    • Draft a concise email outlining why a customer should choose Cisco

    Reviews

    Over 350
    5 Star Reviews
    "Helps us to improve our sales skills. One should definitely consider Cisco IT Sales programme to enhance their skills and this will benefit them to get the knowledge necessary."-- Student from University of Mumbai
    "It helps me to do in-depth study of the company how it works with other organisations. It was very helpful, interesting and knowledgeable."-- Student from University of Lucknow
    "i cant express how i am feeling right now . it was a great experience learning from cisco and i give 10 on 1o."-- Student from My institution is not listed
    "The program is designed to equip sales professionals with the knowledge and skills required to sell Cisco's range of IT solutions effectively. It includes comprehensive training on Cisco products, sales strategies."-- Student from Nagpur University
    "This program really helps to grow your skill and make your mentality strong. This will be helpful in learning the behaviour of your clients"-- Student from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
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    IT Sales

    Build client relationships and pitch a product with the IT Sales team.

    Sales Free 350+ 5 Star Reviews

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Cisco. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Cisco. Show us you're a motivated candidate.