MS in Retail Studies

Transform your passion for fashion into a successful, lifelong career. Develop key retail business skills that position you for career advancement with this innovative curriculum created with input from industry leaders.

Entirely online
30-31 hours of coursework
Requires a capstone course
Two tracks available: Merchandising and Brand Management; and Retail and Consumer Data Management

Careers

Learn what it takes to open your own apparel retail store or gain advancement in your current job in the world of fashion business.

Courses

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Cost & Aid

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The Bryan School of Business and Economics holds dual accreditation in business and accounting from the AACSB – a distinction held by only 1% of business schools in the world.

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