Welcome to Seed Diploma of Retail Management

The ARA Retail Institute and Westfield is offering the only national delivery of the Diploma of Retail Management to retailers. This nationally recognised retail qualification has been developed in response to the needs of retailers, and those connected to the industry, to increase retail knowledge and skills, and promote competitiveness within the current retail climate.

Seed Diploma of Retail Management

Qualification for the Diploma requires demonstration of competence in 9 key learning units, completed part-time over 8 one day workshops with completion within twelve months. The aim of the programme is to provide participants with knowledge and skills in key areas of retail management excellence.

Target Participants

Retail Managers/Supervisors
Retail Area Managers or Team Leaders
Regional or Divisional Managers
Retail Product Managers
Retail Support Team Members or Managers

Benefits for the Participants

Instruction by Leading industry specialists
Learning in a peer group environment
Interaction and networking with other executives
Completion of a nationally recognised and accredited qualification
Articulation to higher level tertiary qualifications

Diploma Graduates will be able to:

• Determine effective business strategies to grow and develop their business
  Develop and implement effective buying and merchandising strategies for improved performance and control
• Implement policies and procedures for effective management control
• Manage staff, suppliers and business relationships for optimum performance and return in their business
• Manage visual merchandising and store presentation strategies

The University of Western Sydney has accredited the Diploma for Retail Management for advanced standing units towards their Bachelor of Business and Commerce - Retail Management. This is your opportunity to formalise your qualifications in the Retail Industry.

How to Register

To register your interest in the Diploma of Retail Management please complete the Expression of Interest form and return by fax or email to the ARA Retail Institute or simply call your Centre Management office.

For further Information

Click here for Diploma session dates and locations