Online Bachelor of Arts in Business – Retail Management
When retail management strategies are executed flawlessly, customers enjoy a seamless buying experience. If you want to shape experiences for consumers, a Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in retail management may be perfect for you. This program will prepare you for a dynamic career at the helm of any retail organization’s local, regional, national or international operations.
Quick facts
Next start date: 07/02/2025
Total classes: 41
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
What is retail management?
Retail management refers to the techniques used by professionals in the retail industry to facilitate easy and enjoyable customer transactions. In this role, leaders supervise retail operations at every level, from managing staff to creating solutions for compliance, sustainability and marketing needs.
Why earn a retail management degree concentration?
Through Arizona State University’s retail management degree concentration program, you’ll learn valuable foundational knowledge in business disciplines and complete coursework covering important retail industry trends and topics. By providing a superior customer experience, which can lead to repeat transactions, referrals and a positive brand image, retail management plays a critical role in various business models.
The value of having a retail management degree concentration is that you’ll develop a comprehensive business background, as well as knowledge of key strategies used in the industry. This foundation can be useful for assuming leadership roles.
What can I do with a retail management degree concentration?
After earning a retail management degree concentration, you can pursue careers in purchasing, store management, sales and other areas of retail. By studying important business topics in a retail context, you’ll build skills in areas like:
Does my retail management degree concentration say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Your concentration in retail management will appear on both your diploma and transcripts.
Retail management concentration courses
While earning your degree, you’ll take business and retail management courses from home. Business-related courses can range from supply operations to sustainability and more. To complete the concentration, you’ll study topics like quality management and services marketing. Featured courses include:
Retail management jobs
As you pursue leadership positions in retail management, you can consider a wide variety of possible career paths. Graduates may apply for roles with a high degree of responsibility in compliance, customer service, advertising, sales and more. Career examples include, but are not limited to:
Advertising Sales Representative
Business Analyst
Compliance Manager
Customer Service Manager
General Manager (GM)
Purchasing Manager
Restaurant Manager
Sales Manager
Store Manager
Renowned faculty inspire innovative approaches to business
The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Renowned faculty inspire innovative approaches to business
The W. P. Carey School of Business faculty is passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body that represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
How to apply
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
A world-class educational institution for charting your future
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
