Merchandising & Digital Retailing

Retailing is a critical, vibrant global industry experiencing unprecedented change. This paradigm shift requires a workforce with advanced degrees, skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of a globally competitive, complex, and consumer-driven industry. Over 28 million -or one of every four U.S. jobs — is in retail. Retailing encompasses analyzing retail business strategies, managing retail store operations, and buying for retail merchandise in an Omni-channel retail environment. 

A B.S. in Retailing degree can help prepare you for many positions including:

Retail Merchandise Manager
Retail buyer
Retail operations
Retail Analyst
Retail management

Retailing majors take courses in operations, retail finance, retail strategies, consumer behavior, retail buying, global sourcing, brand development, and promotion.