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NAW Online Course: Principles of Distribution Sales

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NAW’s distribution online courses include:

  1. Introduction to Distribution
  2. Principles of Distribution Sales
  3. Quality Processes in Distribution
  4. Manufacturer–Distributor Relationships

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You are eligible for a 10% discount per course. Simply enter the Coupon Code: nawdisc when you enroll.

With the high price of travel, economic constraints, and no time to get away, it is no wonder that distributors are looking for lower-cost alternatives to provide professional development for their employees. Following a proven methodology, students in this online course will learn the steps of the selling process and how to effectively communicate with the customer at each stage. Video interactions are included to demonstrate the behavioral aspects of selling, including meeting with the customer and handling objections. Great for new employees or as a refresher for veteran sales staff!

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Extended Description

You are eligible for a 10% discount per course. Simply enter the Coupon Code: nawdisc when you enroll.

The NAW Online Campus hosts four online courses designed to engage and inform the entry-level distribution employee or an experienced employee looking for a refresher. Each course presents an overview of the topic, along with case studies and industry examples, through an interactive online framework.

NAW 204: Principles of Distribution Sales

Following a proven methodology, students in this online course will learn the steps of the selling process and how to effectively communicate with the customer at each stage. Video interactions are included to demonstrate the behavioral aspects of selling, including meeting with the customer and handling objections. Great for new employees or as a refresher for veteran sales staff!

This course is divided into four modules that each can be completed in 30 minutes or less:

  • Module 1: Overview of Distribution Sales
  • Module 2: Prospecting and Setting Appointments
  • Module 3: The Initial Meeting
  • Module 4: Reaching the Customer

The NAW Online Campus keeps track of your progress so that you may exit the course at any time and resume right where you left off. You can complete the course on your schedule—the campus is available online 24/7 from your home, office, or on the road.

Principles of Distribution Sales provides opportunities for you to engage with the content—learn definitions, build the steps in a process, learn from video interactions, review scenarios, and answer questions. The courses offer a combination of text, graphics, animations, and interactions presented in an engaging and professional way.

Free Demo

The best way to see if the distribution online courses are right for you is to review the Free Demo module. This module provides a sample of the content you will see in the courses, as well as a chance to experience training through the NAW Online Campus firsthand.

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Developed by Industry Experts

Developed in partnership with the Texas A&M Industrial Distribution Program and the Knowledge Engineering Center, these interactive online courses provide professional development specifically tailored for employees who often miss out on learning opportunities beyond on-the-job training. Combining university-level subject matter expertise and curriculum with sound online instructional design, our team of experts has developed relevant courses with modern industry examples and current research.

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Published by the NAW Institute for Distribution Excellence

The NAW Instiute for Distribution Excellence sponsors and disseminates research into strategic management issues affecting the wholesale distribution industry. Our publications help merchant wholesaler-distributors remain the most efficient channel in distribution.

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Additional Resources

  • Optimizing Distributor Profitability: Best Practices to a Stronger Bottom Line

    F. Barry Lawrence, Ph.D., Senthil Gunasekaran, Pradip Krishnadevarajan
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  • Sharpening Your Competitive Edge: How to Strengthen Your Distribution Sales Team for Top Results

    Jim Pancero
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  • Build, Fix, or Terminate: The Distributor’s Guide to More Profitable Supplier Relations

    Jim Narus and Bob Donath
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