Program Code: RMC.S.STC • Credit Hours: 24
Description
The Retail Management certificate is a business program where students learn the key skills needed for retail management success. The Retail Management certificate gives students more of the basic tools needed to be a successful supervisor or manager in any business or industry, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing and service industries. This certificate enables students to further build and develop their skills toolbox that will enable them to be successful in the workplace.
Career Opportunities
The Retail Management Certificate program was created by experts in the industry to provide relevant knowledge and skills to their workforce. This program has successfully prepared nearly 2,000 graduates for management positions. Employees and employers benefit directly from the higher level of self-confidence and engagement displayed by graduates.
Recently recognized by the White House as part of the Upskill Initiative, the certificate is currently available in a variety of formats including face-to-face, on-line, and in a competency-based model.
The certificate program was established under the direction of the Western Association of Food Chains which includes many of today’s leading retailers and wholesalers, and 7,500 + supermarkets. The program also has endorsement from leading organizations including Food Marketing Institute (FMI) and National Grocers Association (NGA). Most recently, the Retail Management Certificate has gained recognition from highly respected entities such as the ACT Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Labor.