The Professional Sales program at CDC Pont Viau in Laval, Québec is a vocational training pathway designed to prepare students for careers in retail, wholesale, and business to business sales. Running full time for about 14 months (1,630 hours), the program combines classroom instruction with practical training in customer service, product presentation, negotiation, and sales technology. Students also learn how to manage inventory, process transactions, and build strong client relationships. The program is taught in English, offered in a hybrid format, and includes an internship component to provide real world experience in sales environments. The program aims to train individuals in the sales of products or services, enabling them to offer solutions tailored to their customers’ needs. It emphasizes providing advice, fostering a trusting atmosphere, and cultivating customer loyalty through personalized service that aligns with customer expectations. In addition to sales and consulting responsibilities, sales consultants may also oversee in store merchandise management and provide after sales support.
Career Path
Graduate careers include Retail Sales Associate, Wholesale Sales Representative, Sales Coordinator, Customer Service Agent, Account Manager (entry level), Business Development Assistant, Call Centre Sales Agent, E commerce Sales Support Specialist, Merchandising Assistant, Product Demonstrator / Brand Ambassador, Marketing and Promotions Assistant, Store Supervisor (progression role), Inside Sales Representative, Inventory and Sales Clerk, Territory Sales Representative, Key Account Support Staff, Event Sales Representative, Outside Sales Representative.
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to CDC Pont Viau, Canada below;
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
5. Statement of Purpose
6. CV
CDC Pont Viau, Canada will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12 year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
