Higher Certificate in Retail Management

The programme is designed to meet the needs of learners who are already employed and involved in the wholesale and retail field.

WHY study towards a Higher Certificate in Retail Management?

South Africa has a well-developed and extensive wholesale and retail industry. The Higher Certificate in Retail Management (HCRM) programme is designed to meet the needs of students who are already employed and involved in the wholesale and retail field. The retail sector is currently faced with one of the highest skills shortages.

What CAREER PATH's can I choose after completing this QUALIFICATION?

Sales Associate

Front Desk Support

Assistant Manager

Visual Merchandiser

Inventory Manager

Programme STRUCTURE

The programme comprises 6 modules, students attempt three (3) modules per semester.

MODULES

Business Management
Accounting
Economics
Business Information Systems
Business and Consumer Law
Retail Management

Communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders using a variety of communication tools
Analyse and interpret financial information and develop an action plan to address possible shortcomings
Manage employee performance to achieve specific objectives in a retail environment
Understand various aspects of the retail supply chain to achieve specific objectives in a retail environment
Analyse information relating to the economics of businesses and develop an action plan to address possible shortcomings.

ADMISSION requirements

A National Senior Certificate with a minimum Higher Certificate admission or a relevant NQF4 Qualification or Equivalent