The Bachelor of Science degree program in Retail Merchandise Management is designed to build off of the skills taught in the Associate degree program. Students are prepared for careers in the Retail Merchandise Management field by further developing their knowledge in the areas of merchandise planning and management. The objective of this program is to enable students to apply skills required for the procurement of sales and merchandise; the evaluation and selection of appropriate vendors through sourcing and product analysis while considering laws, regulations and international business constraints; analysis and evaluation of products and consideration of various markets, quality control, and pricing strategies; demonstration of proficiency with industry-standard software and overall comprehension of the concepts and procedures used when managing merchandise, from concept to consumer. The bachelor’s degree also focuses on the development of management skills in human resources, etiquette, and negotiation so that students are able to develop effective communicative and leadership skills. The core courses in this degree, in addition to the general education courses, will offer students a well-balanced knowledge base essential to a successful career in retail merchandise management industries.
Steven Clarke brings approximately 25 years of retail merchandising experience to the table, including private label and brand development, design and sourcing, and private consulting for numerous global brands. He received a Bachelor of Science from Northern Arizona University in Finance an MBA in International business with emphasis in Marketing from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix Arizona, and a PhD. in International Business from Northcentral University. He has been a guest speaker and instructor for major universities and conferences worldwide and is currently teaching at the University of California and for the Fashion Merchandising and Retail Merchandise Management programs at Sanford-Brown College Online.
Lori Buckner has worked for the Dillard's Department Store Training Program where she became an Assistant Buyer and later became a Buyer. She was recruited to TJ Maxx and then onto Filene's Basement as the Operations Manager. She holds a MBA in Business Administration and a BSBA in Marketing and Marketing Management.
— Retail Merchandiser
— Merchandise Manager
— Buyer
— Store Manager
— Purchasing Manager
