Graduate Course Certificate in Retail Management

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Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

In our Retail Management program at Ohio City University, we offer students a comprehensive and well-rounded education in the world of advertising. Our expert faculty members provide a supportive learning environment, guiding students to develop the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities required to excel in the dynamic field of retail management.

Core Business Foundation:

The program typically begins with a solid foundation in core business disciplines, such as accounting, marketing, finance, management, and organizational behavior. This equips students with a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKING:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Business places a strong emphasis on professional development and networking. Our students have access to a wide range of opportunities, including career fairs, industry conferences, and guest speaker events.


GLOBAL BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT:

The College of Business is committed to preparing students for success in a globalized business environment. Our programs offer unique opportunities for international engagement, including study abroad programs, global business competitions, and collaborations with multinational corporations.

Learn about retail sales and marketing, emphasizing retail sales strategies, customer engagement, and marketing techniques in the retail industry. Analyze retail marketing practices, sales tactics, and customer satisfaction.


Explore retail product management, covering product development, product placement, and product lifecycle management in retail. Analyze product management strategies, product marketing, and retail product optimization.


Learn about e-retailing methods, emphasizing the methods of conducting retail sales and marketing online. Analyze e-commerce strategies, online retail platforms, and digital marketing in e-retailing.


Financial Management focuses on the principles of financial management in a corporate context. Students will learn about capital budgeting, risk assessment, and financial decision-making. This course equips individuals with the financial skills required to manage corporate resources effectively.


Study strategic retail management, focusing on retail business strategies, retail planning, and retail market positioning. Analyze retail strategy development, market analysis, and retail competitive advantage.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

Item Cost
Estimated Fee $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
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Meets Opportunity

At University Of North Carolina, we stand firmly behind the intersection of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education means that exceptional learning experiences need not be accompanied by exorbitant costs. We swing wide open the doors to knowledge, presenting students with the opportunity to flourish, unburdened by the weight of excessive tuition fees, and empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

Retail Sales And Marketing (RMT-065)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Retail Marketing
     The Competitive Environment
     Understanding The Consumer
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Strategy And Planning
     Monitoring Marketing Performance
     Monitoring Financial Performance
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Location
     Product Selection And Buying
     Retailer’S Own Brand
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Pricing
     Advertising And Promotion
     The Selling Environment
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Services
     International Retailing
     E-Tail Marketing

Retail Product Management (RMT-279)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Product Management In A Retail Business
     The Decision Makers In Retail Product Management
     Category Management
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Selecting Product
     Supply Sources
     Production Quantity Decisions
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Product Range Management
     Profitable Product Management
     Allocating Space To The Products
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Design
     Visual Merchandising
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Product Management In Non-Store Retailing
     International Aspect Of Product Management

E- Retailing Methods (RMT-388)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The World Of E-Retailing
     E-Retailing In Practice
     Integration Of E-Retailing Into An Organization
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding And Communicating With The E-Consumer
     Information Search On The Web
     E-Store Design: Navigability, Interactivity And Web Atmospherics
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     E-Service
     Branding On The Web
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     E-Malls
     E-Retailing Models
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     M-Shopping
     Multi-Channel Success And The Future Of E-Retailing

Financial Management (FIN-497)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Financial Management
     Understanding Financial Statements, Taxes, And Cash Flows
     Evaluating A Firm’S Financial Performance
     Financial Forecasting, Planning, And Budgeting
     The Time Value Of Money
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Risk And Rates Of Return
     Valuation And Characteristics Of Bonds
     Stock Valuation
     Capital Budgeting Decision Criteria
     Cash Flows And Other Topics In Capital Budgeting
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Capital Budgeting And Risk Analysis
     Cost Of Capital
     Managing For Shareholder Value
     Rising Capital In The Financial Markets
     Analysis And Impact Of Leverage
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Planning The Firm’S Financial Mix
     Dividend Policy And Internal Financing
     Working-Capital Management And Short-Term Financing
     Cash And Marketable Securities Management
     Accounts Receivable And Inventory Management
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Risk Management
     International Business Finance
     Corporate Restructuring: Combinations And Divestitures
     Term Loans And Leases

Strategic Retail Management (RMT-568)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Introduction To Retailing
     The Competitive Environment
     Building And Sustaining Relationships In Retailing
     Strategic Planning In Retailing
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Retail Institutions By Ownership
     Retail Institutions By Store-Based Strategy Mix
     Web, Nonstore-Based, And Other Forms Of Nontraditional Retailin
     Identifying And Understanding Consumers
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Trading-Area Analysis
     Site Selection
     Retail Organization And Human Resource Management
     Operations Management: Financial Dimensions
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Operations Management: Operational Dimensions
     Developing Merchandise Plans
     Implementing Merchandise Plans
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pricing In Retailing
     Establishing And Maintaining A Retail Image
     Promotional Strategy

Our Commitment to Your Success

At University Of North Carolina, we are wholeheartedly committed to providing our valued students with an all-encompassing educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Our institution takes immense pride in the comprehensive services we offer to empower our students to thrive in their academic journeys and beyond. With a focus on not just supreme learning but also career enhancement and job placement opportunities, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global job market.