Creative Centre
NQ Introduction to Retail
SCQF Level: 6
This is a brand new course for 2012 which aims to give you an introduction to working in the retail industry or prepare you for study at higher level.
Duration
One academic year.
Aim
The aim of the course is to provide an introduction to a range of subjects in the retail sector and includes analysis of the retail industry, marketing and advertising, events organisation, developing business skills, work experience, personal development and research skills.
Opportunities
The type of job opportunities learners may consider on successful completion of this course may include working as a marketing assistant, sales advisor, customer service operative or retail assistant. Further study is available at HN level and in subjects including Retail Management, Events, Advertising and PR, Marketing and Communication with Media and Business Management.
Entry
Preferably you will have standard grades/Intermediate 2 in communication. Mature students with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Possible progression to HNC Retail Management or HNC study in a number of other related subject areas.
Employment: there are many exciting employment opportunities, particularly locally, in the retail sector, in positions such as Sales Assistant, Customer Service Advisor, Retail Assistant.
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