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Job Description:
Retail management describes those who have
leadership responsibilities in a retail organization.
They may own and/or operate small retail firms
or work for larger retail firms. Their duties
may include marketing, managing finances, supervising
employees, purchasing goods and services, and
monitoring sales transactions.
Employment Opportunities:
Employment in this field is expected to grow.
Prospects are very good for those who want
to own a retail business or enter management
in the retail field, especially if they have
determination and retail management skills.
Continued education has been identified by
the retail industry as a trait of successful
upwardly mobile retail managers. Those who
wish to continue to progress into management
and roles of responsibilities should consider
continuing their education to obtain the one-year
certificate and then a degree in management.
Potential Earnings:
A typical entry level wage could be $22,000
per year, depending on experience; maximum
may go to $60,000 or more per year with an
average salary of $33,000.
Program
information is from our 2007-2008
Catalog. |