Career Details

Certified in Hospitality Sales Competencies

Description

Individuals working in sales in the hospitality industry, if they meet the minimum qualifications, can study for and take an on-line examination offering them a chance to confirm their knowledge, experience, and capabilities in their field.

Certifying Organization

Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? Unknown year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Certified Sales Professional

Certifying Organization

Manufacturers Representatives Educational Research Foundation

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certified Hospitality Sales Executive

Certifying Organization

Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Certified Revenue Management Executive

Certifying Organization

Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International

Type

B - Advanced

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