Retail Business Diploma

The Diploma in Retail Business will empower learners to make informed choices about a career in modern retail and related supply chain businesses. It will develop confident and enterprising young people who can take calculated risks and make ideas happen. The retail sector and its supply chain are undergoing fundamental change. The sector will need employees who are motivated, creative and self-disciplined, and most importantly, able to adapt rapidly and confidently to changing environments and circumstances.

Major topics covered:

  • the retail sector today
  • retail channels
  • enterprise
  • the retail supply chain 
  • customer services
  • sales
  • sourcing and buying
  • stock control
  • operating retail outlets
  • visual merchandising

Diplomas can be studied at three levels. Preview units and assessment methods for each level -  Foundation, Higher and Advanced.

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