Take Control of Your Future in Parts Sales & Inventory Control
Step into the fast-paced parts sales and inventory management world with the Parts Sales & Inventory Control Diploma at Iowa Lakes Community College. This immersive three-term program prepares you for parts distribution, retail sales, and inventory control careers, equipping you with the computer skills and hands-on training needed to excel.
Through our program, you’ll master inventory access and control systems, learning to efficiently track, organize, and manage parts in various industries. Whether working in an automotive dealership, a marine engine repair shop, or an auto parts store, you’ll gain the expertise to thrive in high-demand roles like parts sales representative, stock clerk, or wholesale/manufacturing sales.
With practical, real-world training and business practicum experiences, Iowa Lakes ensures you’re ready to step into the workforce confidently.
Explore potential careers and salary information for parts sales and inventory control roles at the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Ready to take control of your future? Connect with an enrollment coach today to get started with your Parts Sales & Inventory Control Diploma!
Find Your It!
Master the Skills for Success in Parts & Inventory Control
Develop Essential Skills for a Growing Industry
The Parts Sales & Inventory Control program trains you in business operations, inventory management, and customer service, giving you a well-rounded foundation to succeed in parts distribution and sales. You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry software and inventory control systems to keep operations running smoothly.
Hands-On Learning for Real-World Success
With a curriculum designed for industry relevance, you’ll complete practical coursework and business practicum experiences that mirror the responsibilities of professionals in the field. Graduate with the confidence and knowledge to jump straight into a rewarding career.
Program Details
Length
1 terms
Degree
Diploma (17 credits)
Campus
Emmetsburg
Training
Internship/Practicum
Additional Information
Term 1
COM 723 – Workplace Communications†
Developing skills in reading, writing and listening as they apply to students’ vocational needs.
FIN 121 – Personal Finance
The basics of budgeting and buying; the intricacies of home ownership, income tax and investments; the use of insurance, wills, and trusts; and an analysis of how psychological, sociological, and cultural factors affect one’s relationship to the use of money.
MAT 772 – Applied Math
A course in elementary mathematical skills for technicians. Topics covered include fundamental operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and signed numbers; percents; geometric figures and basic constructions; area and volume formulas; English/Metric systems; measurements; and basic algebraic equations and applications.
MGT 101 – Principles of Management†
Principles of Management provides the student with a conceptual framework for understanding the basic theories of management. Emphasis is placed on the internal and external environment, ethics, planning, goal setting, decision making, organizational structure, motivation and group dynamics, and effective control mechanisms for establishing and accomplishing business objectives.
PAR 113 – Parts Catalog + Lab
This course is an overview of major automotive parts systems, the reading of parts lists, catalogs, price sheets and exploded views will be covered. Identification of manufacturer and their products. Students will gain hands-on experience in cataloging parts. Lecture and laboratory.
PAR 125 – Parts Distribution and Control
A study of various inventory control systems used by the aftermarket industry. Emphasis in on the use of computer inventory systems both web based and local. Students learn to check inventory, determine slow moving stock, and arrangement of stock.
General Education & Program Learning Outcomes
In the Part Sales & Inventory Control program at Iowa Lakes, you will learn how to:1
- Communicate goals in support of a business’ mission.
- Define assets, liabilities, owner’s equity.
- Utilize value added customer service skills.
- Interpret skills that enhance ability to work with and through people to accomplish organizational goals.
- Compile information of company, product and competition.
- Utilize computer or manuals to identify corrects parts for customers.
- Utilize inventory systems to control inventory.
1The What You’ll Learn section of our website provides a description of Learning Outcomes for students who successfully complete all requirements for obtaining a Parts Sales & Inventory Control diploma from Iowa Lakes Community College.
† indicates a course that fulfills the diversity requirement. This course may also fulfill another general AA requirement.
Hands-On
Training
Career-Ready
Day One
Opportunities, Earnings & Growth
Projected Employment Growth
0.5%
Potential Careers
Parts Salesperson, Stock Clerk, Sales Representative, Wholesale & Manufacturing
Projected Earnings
Iowa Workforce
$44,532
Average Salary
US Bureau of Labor
$41,080
Average Salary
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Questions? Let's Talk
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Denise Reimer Professor | Sales & Marketing Management 712-852-5258 | dreimer@iowalakes.edu |
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Gavin Illg Parts Department Coordinator 712-852-5205 | gfillg@iowalakes.edu |