What skills will I learn?
Computer applications
Record/bookkeeping
Cash register operation and programming
Salesmanship and sales presentations
Visual merchandising, displays
Color theory
Use of line and design elements
Business plan preparation
Retail management
Espresso bar operation
Advertising and promotion
Event planning
Store operations
Retail buying
Conducting international business
Monetary system including stock market

What equipment will I be trained to use?
Color photocopier, fax
IBM compatible computer
Various production products
Hotwire, Hot sculpture
Espresso machine
Digital camera
POS register

What personal qualities and interests should I consider about myself?
Ability to multi-task & work independently
Creativity
Good attitude & self-disciplined
Good attendance
Able to follow directions
Problem solving ability
Good organizational skills
Team member
Hard worker, willing to do both manual and mental labor
Able to work under pressure
Able to deal with deadlines
Good communication skills

What kind of jobs are available upon successful completion of this program?
Sales associate
Visual merchandiser
Window dresser
Manufacturer’s representative
Advertising representative
Stock clerk, Receiving clerk
Assistant buyer
Event management/planner assistant
Floor manager

With further education, what additional employment opportunities are available?
Business manager
International business consultant
Entrepreneur
Mall manager
Visual merchandising manager
Buyer
Wholesale representative/broker

 

Retail Merchandising
Charise Chambers, Instructor

Tech prep agreement with Art Institute of Seattle

1 semester. May be taken 2 times with a grade of “C” or better to advance. Different subject matter is covered each semester, may not repeat same semester. Grade level 11-12.

Get your required economics credit, run a small business and a corporation, join Mickey at Disneyland or Disney World, or tour the many districts of New York City. All are opportunities for you in Retail Merchandising where business economics comes to life.
You will operate real businesses with the guidance of successful businessmen and partner with new or existing businesses to build clientele or promote products. First semester students will learn the secrets of luring clientele with exciting visual presentations, targeting markets for great sales, and why and how we buy everything from stocks to socks.
Second semester students will have the opportunity to explore the power of advertising, participate in sports and entertainment marketing, event planning, and creating your own personal business!
As a member of DECA (an international association of marketing students) you will participate in community service, develop leadership skills and become eligible for over $250,000 in scholarships! As an owner/employee of your two businesses, you can earn exciting rewards (televisions, dvd players, digital cameras, etc.) for both your hands-on and academic achievements. National certification in customer service is available with the National Retain Federation.