The National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation (NABEF) Media Sales Institute began in 2001 at Howard University. The program was created for the express purpose of increasing the number of women and people of color in media sales. The 10-day intensive program trains participants in broadcast, cable and Internet sales. At the end of the program graduates make presentations and interview with media recruiting companies looking to fill positions.

Currently the NABEF sponsors Media Sales Institutes at Howard University, Florida A&M University (in partnership with the National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters) and the University of North Texas.