Diploma in Retail Management - SIR50107

Welcome to ARA Diploma of Retail Management

The ARA Retail Institute is proud to offer a Diploma of Retail Management to owners and managers of the Australian retail industry. This program has been developed in response to the needs of retailers, and those connected to the industry, to increase retail knowledge and skills, and promote competitiveness within the current retail climate

ARA Diploma of Retail Management

Qualification for the Diploma requires demonstration of competence in 9 key learning units, completed part-time within a twelve month period. Nine major retail skills areas are covered, delivered over nine one day workshop sessions. The aim of the program is to provide participants with knowledge and skills in key areas of retail management excellence.

Target Participants

• Retail Owners
• Retail Managers/Supervisors
• Retail Area Managers or Team Leaders
• Regional or Divisional Managers
• Retail Product Managers
• Retail Support Team Members or Managers
• People dealing with the Retail Industry

Benefits for the Participants

• Instruction by Leading Industry specialists
• Learning in a peer group environment
• Interaction and networking with other executives
• Development of Individual Business Improvement Plans
• Completion of a nationally recognised and accredited qualification
• Pathway to higher level tertiary qualifications.

Diploma Graduates will be able to:

• Determine effective business strategies to grow and develop their business
• Develop and implement effective buying and financial strategies for improved performance and control
• Lead and manage teams, suppliers and business relationships for optimum performance and return in their business
• Manage marketing, visual merchandising and store presentation strategies

Diploma Course Structure

To qualify for a Diploma of Retail Management, a total of 9 units of competency must be completed, comprising: Click on the workshop topic below to view a detailed overview;

Session	Unit Title
Session 1	Set Strategic Plans
Session 2	Develop and Apply Strategies for Merchandising and Corporate Presentation
Session 3	Buy Merchandise
Session 4	Manage Operations to Budget
Session 5	Manage Effective Workplace Relationships
Session 6	Manage IR Policy and Processes
Session 7	Develop a Marketing Communications Plan
Session 8	Develop a Sales Strategy
Session 9	Initiate & Implement Change

Click for your print friendly version of the Diploma Calendar for your state to view current dates. 

VIC     VIC–REG       NSW     QLD    SA     WA     TAS

Pathways to further Tertiary Studies

As an AQTF approved Higher Education qualification, the University of Western Sydney has accredited the Retail Management Diploma with advanced standing units towards their Bachelor of Commerce and Business - Retail Management.

Who is the Australian Retailers Association?

The ARA Retail Institute(ARA) is the peak body representing the interests of the retail industry in Australia, and its learning arm, the ARA Retail Institute, provides excellence in online retail education, training, and professional development for retail specific areas. Diploma participants will be guided through their learning by an experienced ARA facilitator and mentor, using practical exercises, case studies and online assessments that reflect the day to day challenges of retailing.

How to Register

To register your interest in the Diploma of Retail Management, please complete the Expression of Interest form and return by fax or email to the ARA Retail Institute.

Price

ARA Member: $2995
Non Members: $3250

Further Information

If you would like further information on our training courses or would like to register, please contact ARA Retail Institute on

Phone: 1300 368 041
Fax: 03 8660 3399
Email: training@retail.org.au