Apr 28, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

Retail Management Certificate

Location(s): Main Campus, Lakeshore Campus, Online


Academic Program Code:  171

This program is designed for anyone wanting to advance or begin a career in retail. The program includes an introduction to marketing, management, technology, budgeting, and leadership concepts essential to the retail industry. Students will earn a Certificate from GRCC. This program is aligned with The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) standards.

Financial Aid

Effective fall 2017, this program is eligible for Federal Financial Aid.

Total Credit Hours


25

In What Order Should I Take Classes?


Please select courses from the Priority I list.  Select courses based on the number of credits you are taking in the semester, for example, if you are a part time student you do not have to take all of the courses listed.  If you are unable to schedule Priority I courses, move to and select from the list of Priority II, Priority III, and Priority IV courses.

Priorty I

BA 145 - Computer Applications in Business I   

BA 170 - Principles of Retailing   

BA 256 - Principles of Accounting I   

BA 272 - Marketing Problems  

Priority II

BA 201 - Business Communication  

BA 282 - Organizational Behavior  

BA 283 - Business Management  

BA 284 - Human Resources Management   

NOTE: This priority schedule assumes the student is prepared to take the courses listed. If prerequisites are required, additional semesters may be required to complete this degree.

Meet with an Academic Program Advisor and consult my Academic Progress for specific degree requirements.