Business of Retail

Through RISE Up’s Retail Industry Fundamentals training, students will develop basic employability and workplace skills, including: Understanding merchandising and marketing Developing pricing strategies Calculating profit and discounts Learning the importance of workplace safety practices Preparing for promotions Curriculum Delivery Course delivery options are flexible – from online to classroom to a combination of both. Self-paced lessons allow students to engage with curriculum videos, activities, and knowledge checks. Mix and match your own lessons to provide a course that’s completely tailored for your students. At the end, students receive a printable completion certificate, digital badge, and a credential they can list on their resume. Key Concepts NRF Foundation's RISE Up curriculum and exams are industry-recognized and developed in collaboration with over twenty retailers, including Walmart, Macy’s, The Home Depot, and Nordstrom. The Retail Industry Fundamentals training equips students with introductory knowledge to understand: The full scope of store operations and running a retail environment Utilizing merchandising and marketing techniques Understanding the retail profit model and competition Recognizing retail policies, regulations, and safety Effective management of others Planning and following a career path in retail