Retail Management (AAS)
Program Code: APRM
Credential: Associate in Applied Science
Program is also available online
High Demand Occupation, High Skill Occupation, High Wage Occupation
This program emphasizes both the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills needed to succeed in both customer-facing and behind-the-scenes jobs in any type of retail setting. The curriculum was developed with input from industry experts and topics include the role of retailing in the supply chain, retailing formats and locations, organizational structure and key positions, growth and expansion, consumer communication, and brands and private labels. Student also learn about productivity, operational and financial measures, purchasing and inventory control, pricing schemes, and merchandise layout and presentation.
Students will take restricted electives toward completing a certificate as part of the program requirement in one of the following areas:
- Accounting for Business Certificate
- Human Resource Management (HRM) Certificate
- Business Sales and Marketing Certificate
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate
- Management Advanced Certificate
- Certificate or Degree in any occupational/technical area
Articulation
Eastern Michigan University, BS and BBA degrees
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: http://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.
Minimum Credits Required for the Program: 60
Full-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BMG 206 | Retail Principles and Practices | 3 |
| COM 101 or COM 102 |
Fundamentals of Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Everyday College Math | ||
| Basic Statistics | ||
Math Elective(s) any math level 4 or higher course |
||
| Credits | 13 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BMG 205 | Creating the Customer Experience | 3 |
| BMG 230 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| BMG 273 | Managing Operations | 3 |
| BMG 275 | Business and Supply Chain Analytics | 4 |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) 2 | 3 | |
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| BMG 228 | Purchasing and Inventory Control | 3 |
| BMG 295 | Supply Chain Field Studies | 2 |
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) 2 | 3 | |
| Nat. Sci. Lab Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| MTA elective(s) to reach a minimum of 30 MTA credits. | 2 | |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
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Part-Time Students
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BMG 205 | Creating the Customer Experience | 3 |
| ENG 111 | Composition I | 4 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| BMG 206 | Retail Principles and Practices | 3 |
| COM 101 or COM 102 |
Fundamentals of Speaking or Interpersonal Communication |
3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| BMG 228 | Purchasing and Inventory Control | 3 |
| Nat. Sci. Lab Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| BMG 275 | Business and Supply Chain Analytics | 4 |
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Fifth Semester | ||
| BMG 273 | Managing Operations | 3 |
| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Sixth Semester | ||
| BMG 230 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Seventh Semester | ||
| Arts/Human. Elective(s) 2 | 3 | |
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Eighth Semester | ||
| BMG 295 | Supply Chain Field Studies | 2 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Everyday College Math | ||
| Basic Statistics | ||
Math Elective(s) any math level 4 or higher course |
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| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Ninth Semester | ||
| Soc. Sci. Elective(s) 2 | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) 1 | 3 | |
| MTA elective(s) to reach a minimum of 30 MTA credits. | 2 | |
| Credits | 8 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
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