Retail management is a branch of immense importance in the retail industry. It prepares graduates to enter the field of retailing.

Course Outlook:

Retail management course are offered at various level of study. One may pursue a short term diploma course or a post graduate diploma course. There are three year full time or distance learning modes of graduation courses in retail management as well. For those considering further studies, there are post graduation course available.

Eligibility:

For enrolling in a bachelor’s level degree in Retail management, the candidate needs to pass the higher secondary school certificate exam (10+2). There is generally no restriction on the stream of subject combination of the student in the higher secondary schooling. Diploma can also be done after higher secondary schooling. For post graduate diploma, the candidate must be a graduate in any stream from a recognized university. The graduates and equivalent diploma holders may apply for post graduation courses.

Job Prospects:

The candidates who have passed a course in retail management get a job in supervisory or specialist role. The retail management professional are also involved in client communication, sales and administrative stores, merchandise shipment etc. They are even recruited in management and analyst positions. For getting a good job in retail management, it is very necessary to complete the course from a good institution.

Best Places to Pursue:

* Asia Pasific Institute of Management, New Delhi
* Indian Retail School, New Delhi
* K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research, Vidhyavihar
* Birla Institute of Management Technology, New Delhi
* Apeeyjay Institute of Business Studies, Gurgaon
* Retailers Association of India, Mumbai