Buying & Merchandising Management

Offered by Apex Learning Centre

6-Month Certificate Course

Course Modules:

• Introduction to Buying & Merchandising
• Retail Buying Fundamentals & Inventory Management
• Merchandising Strategies & Trend Forecasting
• Supplier & Vendor Management
• Pricing & Negotiation Techniques
• Practical Training in Retail Buying & Merchandising

Course Outcomes:

• Learn the fundamentals of buying and merchandising in retail.
• Understand supplier management and pricing strategies.
• Gain hands-on training in trend forecasting and inventory control.
• Develop essential skills in vendor negotiations and retail planning.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Retail Buyer Assistant
• Merchandising Coordinator
• Inventory Control Specialist

1-Year Diploma Course (Two Semesters)

Semester 1:

• Advanced Retail Buying & Procurement Strategies
• Consumer Behavior & Market Analysis
• Visual Merchandising & Store Layout Planning
• Supply Chain & Logistics in Retail

Semester 2:

• Digital Buying & E-Commerce Merchandising
• Merchandise Financial Planning & Budgeting
• Fashion & Lifestyle Product Sourcing
• Internship in Buying & Merchandising

Course Outcomes:

• Gain expertise in retail buying, procurement, and merchandising strategies.
• Learn digital buying, e-commerce merchandising, and supply chain management.
• Understand financial planning, budgeting, and sourcing for retail businesses.
• Get real-world experience through an internship program.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Retail Buyer
• Merchandising Analyst
• Supply Chain Coordinator

2-Year Diploma Course (Four Semesters)

Semester 1 & 2: (Same as 1-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 3:

• Global Sourcing & International Trade in Merchandising
• Private Label Buying & Brand Development
• Advanced Retail Planning & Sales Forecasting
• Ethical & Sustainable Buying Practices

Semester 4:

• Luxury Brand Buying & Merchandising
• Digital Marketing & Omni-Channel Retailing
• Data Analytics & AI in Merchandising
• Extended Internship in Buying & Merchandising

Course Outcomes:

• Master global sourcing, sales forecasting, and ethical buying practices.
• Learn luxury brand buying, private label strategies, and merchandising analytics.
• Understand the role of AI and data analytics in modern retail.
• Gain hands-on experience through an extended internship.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Product Sourcing Manager
• Merchandising Planner
• Retail Brand Manager

3-Year Diploma Course (Six Semesters)

Semester 1 - 4: (Same as 2-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 5:

• Advanced Retail Business Operations & Store Management
• Consumer Trends & Market Insights
• Leadership & Negotiation in Buying & Merchandising
• Financial Risk Management in Retail

Semester 6:

• Entrepreneurship in Buying & Merchandising
• Innovative Merchandising Technologies & Automation
• Fashion Law & Intellectual Property in Buying
• Final Project in Retail Buying & Merchandising

Course Outcomes:

• Gain leadership and negotiation skills in retail buying.
• Learn risk management, market insights, and financial planning.
• Understand legal aspects of buying and merchandising in retail.
• Be prepared for entrepreneurial and high-level merchandising roles.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Retail Merchandise Manager
• Brand & Product Development Specialist
• E-Commerce Buyer

4-Year Advanced Diploma Course (Eight Semesters)

Semester 1 - 6: (Same as 3-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 7:

• Artificial Intelligence & Big Data in Merchandising
• Sustainable Retailing & Ethical Consumerism
• Global Retail Expansion & Market Entry Strategies
• Research & Innovation in Buying & Merchandising

Semester 8:

• Strategic Business Development in Retail
• Extended Internship with Global Buying & Merchandising Firms
• Capstone Project in Buying & Merchandising Innovation

Course Outcomes:

• Learn AI, big data, and automation in modern retail buying.
• Master sustainable retailing and ethical consumer practices.
• Understand business expansion strategies in global retail.
• Gain international exposure with extended internship opportunities.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Chief Merchandising Officer
• Global Retail Buyer
• Buying & Merchandising Consultant

Overall Career Prospects & Job Placement Assistance:

Industries Hiring Graduates of this Program:

• Retail & E-Commerce Companies
• Fashion & Lifestyle Brands
• Global Trade & Sourcing Firms
• Luxury & Private Label Brands

Job Placement & Career Support by Apex Learning Centre:

✅ Hands-on training in buying, merchandising, and inventory planning
✅ Industry-recognized certifications for career growth
✅ Internship placements with top retail and fashion brands
✅ Career counseling, resume-building, and interview preparation

Why Choose Apex Learning Centre?

At Apex Learning Centre, our Buying & Merchandising Management Program is designed to equip students with essential skills in purchasing, sourcing, retail planning, and merchandising. Whether you want to work in luxury retail, e-commerce, or global buying and sourcing, this program provides practical training, industry exposure, and career guidance to help you succeed.

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