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    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Gestión de Marca

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Strategic Partnership, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Organizational Strategy, Internal Communications, Instagram, Business Strategy, Customer experience improvement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      218 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Fundamentos del Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing, Brand Management, Strategic Marketing, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Target Market, Marketing Operations, Product Marketing, Market Share, Customer Insights

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem

      Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Decision Making, Brand Management, Branding, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Brand Strategy, Public Relations, Risk Management, Communication, Communication Strategies, Management Information Systems, Auditing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      89 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Emory University

      Consulting Tools and Tips

      Skills you'll gain: Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Business Research, Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Data Modeling, Supply Chain, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Business Strategy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      296 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      مقدمة في التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Goal Setting, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing, Facebook, Instagram, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Channel, Digital Marketing, Policy Development, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      S

      Stanford University

      How Software Ate Finance

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Payment Systems, Financial Services, Financial Market, Capital Markets, Financial Trading, Asset Management, Consumer Lending, Retail Banking, Banking, Financial Regulation, Investment Management, Digital Assets, Technology Strategies, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Gestión del canal de distribución y retailing

      Skills you'll gain: Retail Management, Marketing Channel, Supply Chain Planning, Retail Sales, Merchandise Displays, Supply Chain, Product Assortment, Logistics Management, Business Strategy, Business Technologies, Competitive Analysis, Technology Strategies, Promotional Strategies, E-Commerce, Conflict Management, Growth Strategies, Customer experience improvement, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Transformation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      437 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      إدارة سلاسل الإمداد | Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management System, Supplier Management, Procurement, Logistics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Meta

      التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على فيسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Content Performance Analysis, Paid media, Social Media Management, Campaign Management, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media, Goal Setting, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Advertising, Facebook, Budget Management, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Storytelling, Instagram

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      214 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      المالية لغير الخبراء الماليين

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Business Planning, Financial Statements, Cost Management, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, General Finance, Financial Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IE Business School

      Investigación de mercados y comportamiento del consumidor

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Survey Creation, Market Research, Data Analysis, Marketing, Data Collection, Marketing Psychology, Marketing Strategies, Research Design, Target Market, Experimentation, Decision Making, B2B Sales

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      724 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular retail courses

    • Gestión de Marca: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Fundamentos del Marketing: Universidad de Palermo
    • Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Consulting Tools and Tips: Emory University
    • مقدمة في التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي: Meta
    • How Software Ate Finance: Stanford University
    • Gestión del canal de distribución y retailing : IE Business School
    • Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel: Corporate Finance Institute
    • إدارة سلاسل الإمداد | Supply Chain Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • التسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي على فيسبوك: Meta

    Frequently Asked Questions about Retail

    Retail is the practice of selling goods to the public in order to earn a profit for yourself. Retail sales are usually made on a small scale to individuals for personal use, compared to wholesale sales that involve selling items in bulk for companies and organizations to use. Those who work as retailers are often in the middle of the supply chain, purchasing from a manufacturer or wholesaler to sell the goods to consumers. Retailers can sell goods through many outlets, including department stores, convenience stores, outlet stores, warehouses, discount stores, e-commerce websites, dealerships, and even their own homes. The practice has been around almost as long as humans have, though those who lived in Mesopotamia are thought to have created the first system that used money rather than simply trading goods. ‎

    Learning about retail can help you as both a consumer and a professional. When you shop for goods for yourself, understanding how retail works can make you a more savvy shopper. Anyone who makes investments may also want to study retail to get a better understanding of which options are better than others. On a professional level, learning about retail can help set you up for a career in the field. If you already have a career in retail, learning more about it may help you explore advancements to positions in management, human resources, or marketing. And if you've ever dreamed of opening your own store or selling your own goods, learning about retail can help provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to get started. ‎

    Retail careers typically involve working in stores and other outlets that sell goods, either at an entry-level position, like cashier or sales associate, or at a more advanced position, like a floor supervisor or store manager. You may also find yourself working at a corporate level for retail brands and companies with multiple locations. Other potential retail-related careers include becoming a buyer, a visual merchandiser, an advertising or marketing manager, a social media manager, a customer service representative, or a logistics specialist. You may even find that you want to work in a specific area within the retail industry using a combination of retail and other skills you possess. For example, if you're into fashion, you may work as a makeup artist or beauty consultant in a store that sells cosmetics or clothing. If you want to work in the medical field, you may become a pharmacy technician or pharmacist.‎

    Online Retail courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Retail skills. Choose from a wide range of Retail courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Retail, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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