1,100+
Alumni with a B.Comm
in Retail Management
100%
complete an Internship
or Co-op work term
$120,000+
in annual program
Awards and Scholarships
Curriculum Highlights
Our curriculum guides students to learn about the fundamentals as well as current issues and trends that are critical to successful retailers with courses including:
- Retail Strategy
- Buying & Merchandising Planning
- Retail Social Media Marketing
- Category Management
- Consumer Insights
- Sector Studies in Fashion, Grocery, Sports Retail or Luxury
- Store Design & Planning
Admission Requirements
As the largest industry in Canada, retail employs nearly two million people and features career opportunities in everything from store operations and entrepreneurship to merchandising, buying and brand management.
- Deadline to apply, February 1
- One English (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
- One Math (MCV4U preferred)
- Total average of six Grade 12 U or M courses
Real-world experience is a key to standing out in a competitive job market. Our co-op and internships integrate academic learning with workplace experience, allowing our students to apply theory and develop skills toward their professional goals. All students in the Ted Rogers School of Retail Management will complete at least one documented internship but may choose to apply for entry to the co-op program at the start of their 2nd year in the degree.
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In 2020, students had the opportunity to join the annual RSA travel study. This year's focus was Vancouver to visit the headquarters of Lululemon , Arc'teryx, Hootsuite, and Aritzia, plus a special tour on the history of Indigenous Fashion and more!
Advisory Council
The retail program's industry advisory council provides visionary leadership and contributes to the school’s growth with insights on industry trends and long-term forecasts.
