Retailing - Michigan State University

Retailing from Michigan State University is a Campus Bachelor Retail degree that prepares you for a Business career. 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. Students may elect to participate in a study abroad experience from the many opportunities at Michigan State University , including two specifically designed for retailing majors: Retail Distribution in Russia and Poland and Retail Management in the Netherlands. Students may also receive up to 8 internship credits for a supervised management experience that complements required courses in the major. The Michigan State University Retailing Association is a student organization that allows students to participate in a variety of opportunities that explore business and retail careers. Activities and events that enhance the educational experience and provide in-depth insight into the professional areas are planned throughout the year. View more details on Michigan State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Retail courses.