Associate in Applied Science in Retail Management

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Retail Management (Fall 2022)

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Retail Management degree is designed to prepare individuals working in the retail management, food industry, and related fields, for the mid-level management position challenges of the future. The curriculum encompasses business essentials and also emphasizes the skill sets needed for effective management and communication in the work environment. Instruction will provide the background and knowledge necessary for students to develop the judgment skills they must exercise as business managers.

Suggested Course Plan Sequenced by Semester:CG,GC,GW, MC,PC,RS,SC, SM

Details

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Type
Associate Degree
Academic Plan
Retail Management (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3048
Total Credits Required
61 - 63
Catalog Year
2018-2019
Effective Term
Fall 2018
Available Online
Yes
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses within the program.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Sales Managers

$113,203

Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

$37,612

* Career and wage information provided by Emsi using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Emsi’s proprietary analytical processes. Emsi’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed.Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include AAA/CPD150, AAA/CPD150AC, CPD104, and AAA115/CPD115. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
  • Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BPC110or
CIS105		 Computer Usage and ApplicationsorSurvey of Computer Information Systems RC 3
ENG101or
ENG107		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
Humanities and Fine Arts Any approved general education course from the Humanities and Fine Arts area HU 3
Restricted Elective RE

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
ACC111 Accounting Principles I RC 3
ENG102or
ENG108or
ENG111		 First-Year CompositionorFirst-Year Composition for ESLorTechnical and Professional Writing FYC 3
COM100 Introduction to Human Communication COM 3
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking or equivalent by assessment CR 3
MKT271 Principles of Marketing RC 3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
ACC112 Accounting Principles II Offered in the first 8 weeks RC 3
ACC212 Managerial Accounting Offered in the second 8 weeks RC 3
GBS110or
MGT251		 Human Relations in Business and IndustryorHuman Relations in Business RC 3
Natural Sciences Any approved general education course from the Natural Sciences area NS 4
Mathematics MAT

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
MGT229 Management and Leadership I RC 3
MGT179 or
MGT276		 MGT179orPersonnel/Human Resources Management RC 3
Restricted Elective RE
SBU200 Society and Business SB 3
MKT268 or
MGT180		 MerchandisingorRetail Management RC 3

Program Electives

Student must complete additional nine (9) to fifteen (15) credits from GBS, MGT, and/or MKT prefixed courses (except courses used to satisfy Required Courses area nor excluded below) to complete a minimum of 61 total program credits. Must include at least one MKT course.

A list of program electives for this pathway map
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
GBS+++++ RE
MGT RE
MKT RE

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Course Area Key

  • COM= Oral Communication
  • CR= Critical Reading
  • FYC= First Year Composition
  • HU= Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
  • NS= Natural Science
  • RC= Required Course
  • RE= Restricted Elective
  • SB= Social-Behavioral Sciences

Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program. Mesa Community College offers the ACC111/ACC112/ACC212 sequence only.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

This degree is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’s curriculum website for theAssociate in Applied Science in Retail Management (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm3?id=125786).

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