A TOBACCONIST UNIVERSITYŽ Certified Salesforce is any company with at least one Certified Salesforce Tobacconist (CST) which makes a commitment to the Academic Curriculum, the Salesforce Code of Ethics & Standards, and our Apprenticeship programs. In return, a CST company gets the Incentives, Benefits, and Tools of Certification, including:
Educational Platforms
Staff Training & Support Services
Professional Credentials
Increased Value to Consumers & Employees
Increased Professional Credibility
Co-Branding & Marketing
Access to TU Alumni Database
Internet Site Promotion Page & Links
Contributory Privileges to Academic Curriculum
TU Certified Seal/Logo/Title Rights
The Certified Salesforce Tobacconist title and the Professional Designation CST is earned by salespeople/apprentices of companies in the luxury tobacco industry. A CST candidate should spend at least 50 hours apprenticing with a retailer and score 90% or better on the Final Exam to merit Certification. Upon successful completion of the Final Exam and acceptance of the TU Salesforce Code of Ethics & Standards, the candidate earns their Certification. Benefits of Certification include:
Personal Satisfaction
Diploma & Lapel Pin
Professional Credentials
Increased Professional Credibility & Income
Alumni Family Membership
Special access to TU Certified Salesforce Events and Promotions
Listing on the TU website
Access to TU Masters Program
