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81%

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Sales Manager Courses

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Southwestern College – Chula Vista

12951 Euclid Street, Suite 101, Garden Grove, CA

Southwestern College is a public, two-year community college in southern San Diego County. Its 156-acre campus is situated halfway between the city of San Diego and the U.S.-Mexico border. Southwestern College offers more than 300 associate's degrees and vocational certificates. The college offers associate's degrees in more than 130 different majors, and Career Technical Education Certificates in more than 100 majors. Many non-credit courses are also available to for continuing personal and professional development.

Many students attending Southwestern College are preparing to transfer to four-year colleges or universities where they will complete their bachelor's degrees. Southwestern College consistently ranks in the top 100 among community colleges for the number of associate degrees conferred.

Southwestern College is ranked 24th among community colleges in the nation for minority students.

The college is in the final stages of planning before construction of a Child Development Center that will serve roughly 120 children daily. It will feature six classrooms and many observation rooms for college students enrolled in the Child Development Programs.

Southwestern recently launched its Cultural Exchange Excursion program, with an excursion that took participants to China.

A range of learning options are available at Southwestern College, including distance learning, online classes, weekend and evening classes, and sessions of different lengths for accelerated or convenient learning.

History

Southwestern College was founded in 1961. Since 1964, it has received accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Academics

The academic calendar for Southwestern College follows the semester format, with fall, spring and summer semesters or "terms." There are several short sessions available within most semesters or terms.

Colleges and Schools

The schools and academic divisions at Southwestern College include:

  • School of Business, Professional & Technical Education
  • School of Social Sciences & Humanities
  • School of Language and Literature
  • School of Arts & Communication
  • School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering
  • School of Health, Exercise Science & Athletics
  • Cooperative Work Experience Education (CWEE)
  • Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa
  • Higher Education Center at National City

Student Life

Student clubs and organizations on the Southwestern College campus are plentiful, and cover interests in architecture, medieval combat, debate, dental hygiene, earth science, folklore, hip hop dance, jewelry making and performing arts, among others.

There are also many events on campus, including the Festival of Nations, which is a cultural event that highlights the multi-ethnic population of Southwestern College and the surrounding communities.

Student services on campus include a range of dining options, health services, veteran services, academic assessment, learning communities, disabilities support services, a career center, counseling and career guidance, a women's resource center, and more.

Traditions

The school colors for Southwestern College are burgundy and white, with gold as an accent color. The school mascot is a black jaguar. The athletic teams are nicknamed the Southwestern "Jaguars" or "Jags."

Athletics

The Southwestern College "Jaguars" athletic teams compete in several intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross County
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo

Women's Sports:

  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball

Satellite Campuses

In addition to its main campus in Chula Vista, Southwestern College has a Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa, and a Higher Education Center at National City.

Community Life

A new child development center is soon to begin construction, and Southwestern College also plans construction of a Family Resource Center within the educational village at its Higher Education Center in National City.

Southwestern College was designated a "Best Small Business Support Organization" by the San Diego Supplier Development Council. The designation was given for the efforts of the college's Contracting Opportunities Center that liaises with small businesses in the community.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Sales Manager program at Southwestern College – Chula Vista, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

Description

Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, wholesale and retail buyers, except farm products employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products

Description

Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, purchasing agents, except wholesale, retail, and farm products employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.5% from 2014 to 2024

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

Description

Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and scientific products employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give you an idea of the candidates Southwestern College – Chula Vista accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Southwestern College – Chula Vista may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo