Retail Management
El Camino College’s Retail Management Certificate (RMC) of Achievement program prepares part-time or full-time retail workers for management positions in the industry.
Endorsed by the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC), our retail management certificate program will prepare you to successfully lead a team in a retail environment.
This accessible program is completely online and can be completed in less than one year.
$46
El Camino College retail management classes are just $46 per unit, with the possibility
of fee reimbursement from industry partners.$75K
Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $25,000 to over $208,000
with an average salary of $75,000.6.4%
Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow 6.4% nationwide from 2016
to 2026.Certificate
Endorsed by the Western Association of Food Chains, the El Camino retail management certificate program will prepare you for management positions in the retail industry.
- Take classes in retail management, business management, communications, human relations, and more.
- Explore courses designed for longtime workers or those just starting out.
- Obtain possibilities for fee reimbursement from industry partners.
- Discover solutions to the fast-paced challenges that exist in the competitive retail industry.
- Learn interpersonal, communication, and management skills that will help you advance in retail and other career paths.
Pursue a Certificate Designed for Management
As an El Camino graduate of the retail management certificate program, you’ll be ready to work as a store manager.
- Learn principles and practices used in the management of successful retail stores.
- Explore topics such as site selection, layout, merchandising, staffing, positioning, customer service, promotional techniques, and all aspects of buying.
- Discover potential fee reimbursement from industry partners including Albertsons, Bristol Farms, Costco, Food 4 Less, Gelson's, Lazy Acres Natural Market, Northgate Market, Pavilions, Ralphs, Smart & Final, Sprouts, Stater Bros., Superior Grocers, Vons, and Whole Foods. Or, you may be eligible for reimbursement from the California Grocers Association (CGA).
- Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $25,000 to over $208,000 with an average salary of $75,000.
Build Your Professional Network Beyond the Classroom
As an El Camino retail management student, you are part of an academic and professional community of colleagues and mentors.
- Develop important skills in problem solving, leadership, communication, and decision making.
- Access professors and counselors who can help you be successful in the classroom and beyond.
- Explore advanced education for additional retail management opportunities.
- Apply for an industry certificate awarded by the WAFC after completing the El Camino retail management certificate coursework.
These partner grocers may pay for you to earn the Retail Management Certificate.
Albertsons, Bristol Farms, Costco, Food 4 Less, Gelson’s, Lazy Acres Natural Market, Northgate Market, Pavilions, Ralphs, Smart & Final, Sprouts, Stater Bros., Superior Grocers, Vons, and Whole Foods.
Or, you may be eligible for reimbursement from the California Grocers Association (CGA).
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El Camino College Retail Management Program