Online Retail Management Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Arts in Retail Management will provide students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to become effective managers in the global environment. The program is designed to focus on interpersonal, managerial, human resource, leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills necessary to assess and evaluate management practices in the retail industry.

Entry Requirements

The bachelor’s degree program is open to students who possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

All students who enroll in the bachelor's degree program must enroll in COLL100 - Foundations of Online Learning as their first course.

International Students
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Applicants self-certify on their admissions application that they have received the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma.

Depending on the country of citizenship applicants may be required to provide documentation of English proficiency to complete their admission file. Please check at "http://www.apu.apus.edu/admissions/general-information/international-students/english-proficiency.htm".

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Putting Business Theory Into Practice:
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- Examine the models for successful store-based, online and non-store retail operations

- Learn the key areas of retail operations management, such as merchandising, finance, human resource management, customer service, logistics and retail marketing

- Develop a retailing strategy for e-commerce, store facilities and direct marketing operations

- Understand the critical aspects of consumer behavior that shape retail strategy and use effective sales and retail marketing approaches to develop strong consumer service skills

- Use retail marketing and retail management principles to make effective operational decisions concerning merchandising, store atmospherics, branding, customer services, pricing, promotion, distribution and customer relations

Entry Requirements

Prospective undergraduate students must hold a high school diploma or its U.S. equivalent.

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Build personal relationships with customers and develop your own hands-on approach to growing a business with SNHU's retail management degree online. You'll learn how to create exciting and impactful retail environments, build brand loyalty and trust, and manage retail business from top to bottom in this bachelor’s degree program.

SNHU's online BS in Retailing helps you develop the business skills that apply to every level of the retail industry. Lessons in supply chain management, marketing, finance and technology will serve you well, whether you’ll own and manage a small boutique shop or become a buyer at large-scale retailer.

The online retail management degree program is designed for those currently working in retailing and seeking to advance their careers. Leverage the retailing internship to show your current employer what you can accomplish.

Our online retail management degree graduates have launched or developed careers with Apple, Macy’s, Verizon, Timberland, Coach and other influential retailers.

Why Choose the Retail Management Degree Online at SNHU?

Learn real-world customer relations and merchandising skills from accomplished retailing and marketing faculty.

Develop business acumen that applies to the retail marketplace.

Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available

24/7/365 access to class – attend when it is most convenient for you.

Show your employer what you can accomplish during your retailing internship.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a diploma from a U.S. high school or equivalent program.

International applicants
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Undergraduate applications will be considered for admission to the upcoming term start on a rolling basis. Eligibility for admission is based upon the following:

- Applicants need to have completed the equivalent of a US Secondary School

- Applicants will require the equivalent of a 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale for admission consideration

- Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency as evidenced by:

TOEFL score of 71 and greater, IELTS score of 6.5 and greater, PTE score of 49 and greater, ELS score of 111 and greater, EF score of 107 and greater, and Michigan score of 85 and greater. The TOIEC examination is not accepted.

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ASU’s online Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in retail management provides a concentration within the business curriculum focused on knowledge and skills necessary for leadership roles within the retail industry.
Offered through The W. P. Carey School of Business, this degree provides the full business core plus a concentration with 18 hours of retail specific coursework. The curriculum has been developed in collaboration with faculty and industry professionals to provide a curriculum responsive to industry needs.

A sampling of courses within this concentration include Leading Organizations, Quality Management/Measurement, and Essentials of Services Marketing. Graduates will gain broad preparation and leadership skills to assume positions of responsibility in the retail industry.

This program will tentatively be available for Fall 2014, pending approval from ASU Faculty Senate. Curriculum for this program is subject to change as a result of final approvals.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must successfully complete ASU competency requirements. Admission may be granted with one deficiency in no more than two competency areas. Deficiencies cannot be in both math and laboratory science. Students must earn a minimum 2.0 in any subject area. Most competencies may also be met by test scores or college courses.

English - 4 years (composition/literature based)
Math - 4 years - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one course requiring Algebra II as a prerequisite.
Laboratory Science - 3 years total (1 year each from any of the following areas are accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Integrated Sciences, and Physics)
Social Science - 2 years (including one year American History)
Foreign Language - 2 years (same language)
Fine Arts - 1 year

Applicants must also meet at least one of the following:

Top 25% in high school graduating class
3.0 GPA in competency courses (4.0 = A)
ACT 22 (24 nonresidents)*
SAT Reasoning 1040 (1110 nonresidents)*

*ASU does not require the writing portion of these tests.

Official transcripts must be mailed directly to Undergraduate Admissions by the records office of the issuing institution(s). ASU does not accept transcripts delivered by hand or fax. Please have your previous academic institution(s) mail your official transcript to the appropriate ASU mailing address

Individual Review
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All students who don’t meet the above standards will be evaluated through a process called Individual Review. Through this process Undergraduate Admissions will review all available information about a student’s application, carefully considering all aspects of a student’s academic background and accomplishments. Submission of an ACT or SAT test score is highly recommended. In some cases, additional information might be requested.

International Applicants
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TOEFL and IELTS score must be mailed to the university.

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Do you want to develop the skills needed to pursue opportunities in the retail operations industry? If so, the Bachelor of Science in Retail Merchandise Management degree program at Sanford-Brown may be right for you. Through this program, you can learn how to select vendors for sourcing, analyze products at the wholesale and retail levels, and manage merchandise from concept to consumer.

As you pursue your bachelor’s degree in Retail Merchandise Management, you can discover how to evaluate buying trends and sales records while also assessing merchandise price and quality. In addition, you have the opportunity to study the management skills used in human resources and negotiating, as well as develop communication capabilities needed to pursue success in the field.

Our bachelor’s degree in Retail Merchandising Management builds off the skills developed in the associate degree program and helps students further develop their knowledge of merchandising planning and management. It includes a focus on direct sales operations, strategies for reaching consumers through multiple sales channels, and the skills used in merchandise procurement. Hands-on learning and general education instruction allow students to develop a well-rounded understanding of retail merchandising, management and buying.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have completed high school diploma or graduation from an institution providing secondary education.

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