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Business Retail and Supply Chain Management

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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
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Duration
3.2 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Digital certificate - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Updated 2025

The diligent course covers the fundamentals of retail and supply chain management, providing practical information for success in business. You'll learn about retail strategy, consumer rights, and the value of understanding customer behaviour. The course also covers retail psychology, effective communication, and the art of merchandising.

This course, which includes lessons on supply chain management, supplier negotiation, and store security, will provide you with the skills you need to excel in retail management and build a successful retail business.

Key Features:

  • CPD Certified
  • Free Certificate from Reed
  • Developed by Specialist
  • Lifetime Access

Certificates

Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Curriculum

3
sections
20
lectures
3h 11m
total
    • 1: Introduction to the Retail Industry 14:42
    • 2: Understanding the Consumer Rights Act 10:32
    • 3: Importance of Consumer Behaviour 07:02
    • 4: Retail Psychology 08:08
    • 5: Retail Strategy 09:21
    • 6: Retail Pricing 19:39
    • 7: Choosing a Retail Location 10:19
    • 8: Supply Chain Management in Retailing 08:20
    • 9: Management Skills for Leading Your Team 10:04
    • 10: Develop Store Security Procedures 10:00
    • 11: Health and Safety for Retail Stores 11:53
    • 12: Retail Brand Management 09:54
    • 13: Selling in Multiple Channels 14:58
    • 14: The Sales Process and Dealing with Customers at the Checkout 05:54
    • 15: Taking Trends and Targeting Customers Effectively 06:43
    • 16: The Importance of Communicating with Customers 11:08
    • 17: Retail Buying and Merchandising 13:40
    • 18: Negotiate the Right Deal with Suppliers 06:19
    • 19: CPD Certificate - Free 01:00 PDF
    • 20: Leave A Review 01:00 PDF

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Description

Gain essential skills in Business Retail and Supply Chain Management, focusing on the fundamentals of retail management, including consumer rights, behavior, and psychology. Learn how to create effective retail strategies and pricing models, select optimal store locations, and build a strong retail brand. Explore multi-channel selling, customer service, and how to keep up with trends to target the right audience. Enhance communication with customers and understand retail buying, merchandising, and negotiating with suppliers. Develop expertise in supply chain management within the retail context and improve management skills to lead your team. Finally, ensure your store's safety and security with proper health and safety procedures.

Course Curriculum:

Section 1: Foundations of Retail Management

  • Introduction to the Retail Industry
  • Understanding the Consumer Rights Act
  • The Role of Consumer Behaviour in Retail
  • Exploring Retail Psychology
  • Developing a Retail Strategy
  • Retail Pricing Strategies and Tactics
  • Selecting the Ideal Retail Location

Section 2: Retail Leadership, Logistics, and Safety

  • Supply Chain Management in Retail
  • Leadership and Team Management Skills for Retail
  • Developing Store Security and Loss Prevention Procedures
  • Health and Safety Guidelines for Retail Environments

Section 3: Enhancing Retail Operations and Sales

  • Managing and Building a Retail Brand
  • Selling Across Multiple Channels
  • Managing the Sales Process and Checkout Interactions
  • Leveraging Trends to Target Customers Effectively
  • The Importance of Customer Communication
  • Retail Buying and Effective Merchandising
  • Negotiating Optimal Deals with Suppliers

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the fundamentals of retail management and industry practices.
  • Apply knowledge of consumer rights and retail laws effectively.
  • Analyse consumer behaviour and its impact on retail strategies.
  • Develop and implement effective retail pricing and brand management strategies.
  • Manage retail locations, sales processes, and customer interactions proficiently.
  • Navigate supply chain management and store security protocols effectively.

Who is this course for?

  • Retail managers seeking to enhance their skills.
  • Store owners looking to improve operational efficiency.
  • Aspiring retail professionals aiming for career growth.
  • Individuals interested in understanding retail psychology and strategies.
  • Those wanting to specialise in supply chain management within retail.

Career path

  • Retail Manager
  • Store Operations Manager
  • Supply Chain Coordinator
  • Retail Buyer
  • Merchandising Manager
  • Customer Service Supervisor

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Provider

Online Training Academy

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At Online Training Academy, we are dedicated to transforming the way individuals access education and enhance their skills. Whether you are looking to enhance your professional skills, explore new hobbies, or achieve academic excellence, our diverse course offerings have you covered. We are chosen by over 200,000 students and partnering with 2,000 businesses globally.

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At Online Training Academy, we develop interactive video-based online courses tailored to meet the critical training needs essential for business success.

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