Retail sales and management is one of the largest fields for employment in the United State. This program is designed to provide the foundation for advancement from entry level positions to management in retailing. Career opportunities are plentiful in food chains, department stores, specialized small and large retail outlets, and small stores. A certificate or degree in the program greatly enhances a part-time or full-time employee’s opportunity to progress in a career in this large, growing industry.
Note: This major meets the core retail management curriculum recommended by the Western Association of Food Chains for employees who wish to prepare for management positions.
Career Opportunities
Department Manager
District Manager
Human Resources Assistant
Marketing Manager
Merchandise Manager
Office Manager
Retail Store Manager
Sales Manager
Store Owner/Operator
Associate Degree Major Requirements (Major Code: 55080)
Subject and Number
Title
Units
Business 109
Elementary Accounting
3
Business 115
Human Relations in Business
3
Business 118
Retail Management
3
Business 128
Business Communications
3
Business 146
Introduction to Marketing
3
Business 152
Business Math
2
Business 155
Human Resources Management
3
Business 156
Principles of Management
3
Computer Science Info. Systems 110
OR
Principles of Information Systems
4
Computer Science Info. Systems 172
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications
(2)
Total Required Plus General Education and Elective Requirements
28-30
Certificate of Achievement Any student who chooses to complete only the requirements listed above qualifies for a Certificate of Achievement in Retail Management. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline stated in the Academic Calendar.
Certificate of Proficiency Certificates of Proficiency are designed for the student who needs to be prepared to enter an entry-level job. A Certificate of Proficiency may be awarded upon successful completion of a prescribed course of study.
Sales Associate The Sales Associate Certificate of Proficiency prepares a student who has no exposure to the field and those with limited experience to immediately enter a large employment field that offers unlimited career opportunities. The foundation courses may be completed in one semester. This certificate can lead to the Retail Management Certificate of Achievement, or with the General Education courses, an Associate of Science Degree. All classes must be completed with a “C” grade or higher.
Subject and Number
Title
Units
Business 115
Human Relations in Business
3
Business 118
Retail Management
3
Business 142
Personal Selling and Persuasion
3
Business 152
Business Mathematics
2
Business Office Technology 100OR
Basic Keyboarding
1
Business Office Technology 172
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications
(2)
Communication 120
OR
Interpersonal Communication
3
Communication 122
Public Speaking
(3)
Total
15-16
Last Updated: 05/12/2015
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