Retailing - Bachelor of Science

Retailing majors study the retail industry and related businesses. Students learn to analyze and respond to consumer needs through effective business strategies; decision making is taught through state-of-the-art computer applications, case studies, industry projects and internship experiences. The program prepares students for careers with a broad range of opportunities. Graduates are recruited for positions in buying/procurement, store management, merchandise coordination, merchandise planning/analysis, customer services, human resource management, product development, product management, marketing research, and franchising. Other career opportunities include positions as catalog managers and account executives for consumer product firms. The program has a national reputation for its international retailing focus. Fundamental retailing courses are supported by a business cognate with courses in economics, finance, marketing, management, and accounting.