India's retail sector is valued at USS 300 billion with a consumer base of 1.2 billion people. Major global retailers are also looking at setting up operations in India to capitalize on this large consumer base.

Retail as a sector for employment has gained attention not only from the Government but also from the general public. According to a survey conducted by India Retailing Forum, the retail industry will require a total 900,000 people, skilled and unskilled. With this demand, the retail industry, today, is facing a huge shortage of employable skills.

The Bachelor's program in Retail Operations encompasses an appropriate mix of academic and professional skills development, required by the retail industry.

• To develop the essential management skills required to meet and partiipate in an increasingly competitive business environment and with special focus on the retail sector.
• To provide theoritical and practical knowledge of retail operations.
• To provide an integrated perspective of management functioning with a fair amount of exposure to real life cases/technical know how in the Retail sector.
• To hone the student's analytical abilities.
• To communicate effectively through writing and in interpersonal communication.
• To use information and communication technology effectively.
• To give the student a starting edge in the Retail Industy.

Eligibility: 10 + 2 or equivalent/ 3 year diploma from a State Board of Technical Education.

Min Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)

Max Duration: 6 years.

Semester Fee: Rs 10,950/- per semester inclusive of examination fees or as revised from time to time.