Retail Management

The Certificate of Completion in Retail Management (CCL - Retail Management)

Do you fall into one of these categories?

  • Desiring an entry-level position in the retail industry with the ability to promote up.
  • Needing a formal education because you fell into a retail management position "by accident." 
  • Wanting to move into the retail industry with a degree or experience in another industry.  
  • Moving up in your current career path requires Retail Management foundational knowledge.

If so, this certificate may be right for you.

Retail Management

CCL – Retail Management Curriculum

This program is comprised of just EIGHT courses:

  • ACC111: Accounting Principles I OR ACC211 Financial Accounting
  • CIS105:  Survey of Computer Information Systems OR BPC110: Computer Usage & Application
  • COM100: Introduction to Human Communication 
  • MGT229 Management and Leadership I OR MGT101: Techniques of Supervision 
  • MGT251: Human Relations in Business
  • MGT180: Retail Management
  • MGT276: Human Resources Management
  • MKT271:  Principles of Marketing

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Required classes are offered online and in-person, which can work for any lifestyle.

Credits from Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will automatically be applied to the required curriculum. For college credits earned from an accredited institution outside of MCCCD, click here for instructions on how to submit an official transcript for review.

The CCL in Retail Management is a credit hour program. Tuition is calculated by the number of credits earned. Students pay tuition and fees per semester credit hour according to their Residency Classification. Persons must be domiciled in Arizona for one year (12 full months) and be domiciled in Maricopa County for at least 50 days to qualify as a Maricopa County resident. See current tuition cost here.

GateWay Community College Financial Aid Office provides resources for students to find the funding needed to help pay for their educational expenses, including tuition, fees, and books. Learn about all of the financial aid & scholarship options here.

Our CCL in Retail Management can be embedded into an AAS in General Business or AAS in Organizational Management. This allows students to show their specialization in Retail Management while obtaining a versatile business related degree After your AAS at GateWay you may follow a transfer pathway to earn a Bachelor’s degree - the best of both worlds.

Take the First Step Today!

In today's rapidly evolving retail landscape, the need for skilled and proficient retail management professionals has become more critical than ever. Retail management individuals play a vital role in ensuring the success and profitability of retail businesses across various sectors. Their expertise in consumer behavior, operational efficiency, team leadership, and adaptation to changing market dynamics makes them invaluable assets in driving sales, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining a competitive edge in today's dynamic retail industry.