India's retail sector is valued at US$ 300 billion with a consumer
base of 1.2 billion people. Major global retailers are also looking
at setting up operations in India to capitalize on this large
consumer base.
Retail as a sector for employment has gained attention not only
from the Government but also from the general public.
According to a survey conducted by India Retailing Forum, the
retail industry will require a total 900,000 people, skilled and
unskilled. With this demand, the retail industry, today, is facing
a huge shortage of employable skills.
It is therefore imperative to provide learning opportunities to
develop knowledge and skills which will immediately help in
bridging the skill gap and also cater to the growing demand
from this industry.
SMU offers a Bachelors program in Retail Operations which
encompasses an appropriate mix of academic and
professional skills development, required by the retail industry. |
| The program aims at realizing the following objectives - |
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To develop the essential management skills required to
meet and participate in an increasingly competitive business
environment and with special focus on the Retail sector. |
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To provide theoretical and practical knowledge of Retail
operations. |
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To provide an integrated perspective of management
functioning along with a fair amount of exposure to real life
cases/technical know how in the Retail sector. |
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To hone the student's analytical abilities. |
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To communicate effectively through writing and in
interpersonal communication. |
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To use information and communication technology
effectively. |
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To make informed decisions in selection, utilization and
evaluation of opportunities/choices available. |
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To give the student a starting edge in the Retail Industry. |
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Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent / 3 year Diploma from a State
Board of Technical Education |
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Semester Fee: Rs.10,950/- per semester (inclusive of Exam
Fee Rs.800/- & Alumni Fee Rs. 100/-) or as revised from time
to time. |
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Minimum duration: 3 years (6 semesters). |
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Maximum duration: 6 years. |
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Minimum counseling and hands-on experience at Learning |
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Centres: 160 hrs/semester. |
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