The Expert Academy

Sales Skills: Handle Objections And Close Complex Deals

The Expert Academy

Sales Skills: Handle Objections And Close Complex Deals

The Expert Academy

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design customer experience and account strategies that strengthen long-term B2B relationships and improve retention.

  • Use CRM insights, customer data and journey mapping to personalise engagement and identify expansion opportunities.

  • Apply emotional intelligence and loyalty frameworks to build trust, reduce churn and drive sustainable client growth.

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April 2026

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12 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Advanced Sales Training: Challenging, Coaching And Closing Specialization
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There are 6 modules in this course

This module develops your ability to coach buyers, challenge assumptions, and guide prospects toward confident decisions. You’ll explore advanced techniques used by top-performing sales professionals, including insight-led questioning, reframing, objection navigation, and value-driven conversations. The focus is on helping customers think differently, uncover deeper needs, and make decisions with conviction. By the end, you’ll know how to lead powerful sales conversations that accelerate progress and increase your close rate.

What's included

8 videos2 readings2 assignments

This module teaches negotiation and collaboration techniques that strengthen customer relationships and support long-term success. You’ll learn how to work with buyers rather than against them, use transparency to reduce resistance, create shared value, and guide discussions toward mutually beneficial solutions. The module highlights communication, alignment, and strategic preparation as essential negotiation tools. By the end, you’ll negotiate with more confidence, empathy and effectiveness.

What's included

8 videos2 readings2 assignments

This module explores the future of sales in an increasingly digital, data-driven, and customer-centric world. You’ll examine evolving buyer expectations, emerging technologies, and the new capabilities required to succeed. The module helps you adapt your approach, personalise value, use data intelligently, and build modern sales practices that support long-term growth. By the end, you’ll understand how to position yourself - and your organisation - for the next generation of selling.

What's included

7 videos3 readings2 assignments

In this module, you’ll discover how effective CRM strategies underpin stronger customer relationships and sustained sales growth. You’ll learn how to use CRM systems to manage client data, personalise communication and identify opportunities for retention and upsell. The module also covers segmentation, automation and targeted follow-up strategies that help you stay relevant throughout the customer lifecycle. By the end, you’ll understand how CRM-driven processes elevate customer experience, support consistent engagement and contribute directly to higher sales performance and long-term loyalty.

What's included

19 videos15 readings2 assignments

This module provides a structured approach to delivering consistent, high-quality customer experiences. You’ll learn how to map journeys, strengthen touchpoints, set service standards, and implement systems that improve satisfaction at scale. The module gives you tools for aligning teams, simplifying processes, and measuring what matters most. By the end, you’ll have a clear framework for building customer loyalty through reliability, empathy, and thoughtful design.

What's included

6 videos3 readings2 assignments

This module teaches you how to use a customer success mindset to retain, grow, and delight your client base. You’ll explore onboarding, value reinforcement, churn prevention, and proactive engagement strategies that strengthen long-term relationships. The module shows how success planning, measurement, and communication create ongoing value for your customers. By the end, you’ll know how to drive renewals, expand accounts, and build customer partnerships that last.

What's included

7 videos3 readings2 assignments

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