Seufferlein Sales Program
Thomas Villa
Executive Director
Phone: 530-898-3840
Email: tpvilla@csuchico.edu
Location: Glenn Hall 206
Our 21-unit Professional Sales Certificate is an award-winning, USCA-accredited program that prepares students for dynamic careers in sales.
Seufferlein Sales Program
Thomas Villa
Executive Director
Phone: 530-898-3840
Email: tpvilla@csuchico.edu
Location: Glenn Hall 206
The sales certificate is a great way to differentiate yourself in today’s competitive job market. The hands-on courses provide students with the sales training required by today's leading organizations.
Though open to all students, the certificate is specifically designed for marketing majors and minors. The certificate is comprised of one foundation course, five required core courses, and one elective course.
Start by completing our short application form. Then follow the additional instructions to learn how to enroll in the program and pursue additional leadership certificates.
The certificate is comprised of one foundation course, five required core courses, and one elective course. Connect with Business Student Advising if you have questions.
Keep an eye on upcoming Seufferlein Sales Program (SSP) events. These events are needed to fulfill the Sales Competency Requirement.
Whether you are an engineering, IT, communications, liberal arts, computer science, really any major, we want you to come check out our 21 unit sales certificate. Why? We teach how to more effectively articulate a thought which is needed no matter what your academic focus is here at Chico State.
Enrolled students in 2024-2025
different majors enrolled
Enrolled students in 2024-2025
different majors enrolled
What a day! Huge gratitude to Chuck and Luke Seufferlein for speaking at the Real Estate in Sales Workshop and for empowering Wildcats with strategy, grit, and wisdom.
The Seufferlein Sales Program just brought home first place from Arizona State! Huge congrats to Chad, Lauren, Julia, and Campbell—who took top honors in the individual role-play.
Join forces with industry leaders who shape our students' futures. Chico State Corporate Partners fuel career paths, hands-on learning, and real-world success every day.
Meet the mentors behind our momentum. Our faculty and staff champion student success with real-world expertise, personalized support, and a passion for shaping future sales leaders.
Sales isn’t just a profession—it’s a launchpad. Our nationally recognized program blends coaching, competition, and connection to help students thrive in careers that matter.
From mock pitches to team competitions, the Sales Lab equips students with practical tools and space to grow into confident sales professionals.
Chico State's sales program is accredited by the University Sales Center Alliance (USCA) and is consistently listed as a top university for sales by the Sales Education Foundation (SEF).
Seufferlein Sales Program
Thomas Villa
Executive Director
Phone: 530-898-3840
Email: tpvilla@csuchico.edu
Location: Glenn Hall 206