Retail Management

The Retail Management program builds on the general business curriculum and prepares students for a leadership role in the retail industry. Depending upon the size of the retail company, retail managers are responsible for one or more parts of a retail operation, including sales,marketing, buying, merchandising, operations, inventory control, human resources, and finance.

75 students per year.  As this program is partnering with Apple Retail Ready and WAFC Certification these projected numbers could be higher.

The Retail Management Certificate at Sierra College is a comprehensive, academic, for-credit college program designed to prepare current and future employees for the fast-paced changes encountered in the retail industry. This broad program is appropriate for retail, wholesale, suppliers, etc. The Retail Management Certificate coursework incorporates both educational knowledge and technical skills, such as management styles, people skills, merchandising philosophies, and technology. Students who complete this academic program gain the knowledge, skills, abilities and confidence that empower them to become successful leaders in retail and service oriented companies.

This 24-unit 8-course Retail Management Certificate can be completed in as little as one year. All courses are college-level and apply to more advanced educational programs such as an associate degree in Marketing and an associate degree in Business Management, a bachelor degree in Retail Enterprises or Marketing or Business Management.   Courses are available on campus and on-line.

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