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Program facts 
Explore a career in the retail merchandising field with this certificate program. Ideal for individuals interested in exploring a career in retail management, this is also a great program for people currently working in the retail industry who are interested in career advancement opportunities.
Take classes in business organization, retail merchandising, business math, principles of professional selling, principles of marketing, fashion basics, Internet marketing, advertising, leadership and more.
Completing this certificate program is a convenient and affordable way to determine whether a career in retail merchandising is right for you. Some students may qualify to graduate debt-free by participating in Harper’s Sales and Retail Management Apprenticeship program.
This 18 credit-hour certificate program is designed for individuals with career interests in the retail management field. It is especially appropriate for those individuals employed in retailing who are seeking skills and knowledge which may prepare them for career advancement.
The Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration includes a specialized study area for Marketing. Please refer to Business Administration in this section of the catalog if you are interested in pursuing a degree in this discipline.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| MGT 111 | Introduction to Business Organization | 3 |
| MGT 150 | Business Math | 3 |
| MKT 106 | Retail Merchandising | 3 |
| MKT 140 | Principles of Professional Selling | 3 |
| MKT 245 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select three credit hours from the following courses: | 3 | |
| FAS 112 | Fashion Basics1 | |
| MGT 154 | Entrepreneurship | |
| MGT 205 | Leadership | |
| MKT 217 | Advertising | |
| MKT 252 | Internet Marketing | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
FAS 112 and the required courses in this certificate can be used towards the Fashion Merchandising AAS degree.
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For more information about studying retail merchandising at Harper College, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.