Retail Merchandising
Course Number: 512A/512B
Open to grades 11 and 12
Prerequisite: Proficient in Principles of Marketing
Two Quarters - 1 Credit
Credit Group: Elective
This course revolves around operating the school store. Students are given hands-on opportunities to learn about business through managing the school store and making vital business decisions that impact profits. Topics covered include: product planning, promotions, in-store & online sales, apparel & accessories production, market research, and visual merchandising. This lab-based course requires students to work in the school store and occasionally after school, sporting events, and other school functions. You will have the opportunity to participate in DECA, an organization of marketing students, and/or FBLA.