University of Fredericton awarded CPSA accreditation for its Professional Selling Leadership courses
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; October 24, 2024 — The University of Fredericton’s (UFred) School of Business has established a new accredited partnership with the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA), designed to accelerate students’ paths to earning the Certified Sales Leader (CSL) designation.
UFred's Professional Selling and Leadership (PSL) Specialty Stream courses are now fully accredited by the CPSA, providing the required 35 hours of education necessary for students to qualify for the CSL designation. These programs are structured to equip graduates with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in sales leadership roles.
As a CPSA Accredited Partner, UFred joins a select group of leading institutions and sales training providers that deliver high-quality, results-focused education. This accreditation ensures that students receive comprehensive, standards-based training, empowering them with the tools to thrive in today’s dynamic and competitive sales environment.
"Partnering with the Canadian Professional Sales Association is a tremendous step forward for our students," said Michael Hobeck, Dean of Academics at the University of Fredericton. "This accreditation reflects our commitment to providing high-quality, industry-recognized education that empowers our graduates to lead in competitive sales environments. By aligning our programs with CPSA standards, we are accelerating our students' professional journeys and helping them build the essential skills needed for impactful leadership in sales."
About the Canadian Professional Sales Association
As the advocate for excellence in sales, the CPSA invests resources in programming, curriculum development and professional designations to help individuals and companies become more successful through more effective sales. They connect employers with employees, business with academia and the private sector with government to advance the sales profession and improve Canadian competitiveness.
The CPSA’s 20,000+ members benefit from learning resources, community building events and exclusive cost-savings benefits.
To learn more about the CPSA organization and accreditation, visit https://www.cpsa.com/.
About the University of Fredericton
The University of Fredericton (UFred) is a leading online Canadian university based in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Founded in 2005, it has since grown to educate more than 10,000 professionals across Canada and around the world. UFred takes exceptional pride in providing innovative, relevant online education that emphasizes leadership development and lifelong learning. Presently, UFred:
Offers personalized, flexible learning that makes education more accessible.
Offers opportunities to build a national professional network.
Has a student satisfaction rate of 94% in degree-level programs.
As part of UFred’s School of Business, the Professional Selling and Leadership specialty stream can be taken within the MBA or EMBA programs. It offers courses designed to help students transition into senior or executive roles by developing the business acumen necessary to drive success and growth. This stream includes three courses: Consultative Selling, Strategic Selling and Leadership, and Sales Enablement. Taught by experienced Sales Management Executives, these courses teach students how to leverage data and business insights in their sales strategies while navigating the complexities of today’s sales landscape.
To learn more about UFred’s Professional Selling Leadership specialty stream, visit ufred.ca/professional-selling-leadership