Retail Merchandising Leadership, MS — Online
Why study Retail Merchandising Leadership online through OSU?
Format
The online, 36-hour master’s program can be completed at your desired pace, allowing students to complete coursework while maintaining their personal and professional lives. Courses are semester-based and coursework must be completed to meet assignment deadlines. Typically, students complete the master's program in three years, taking one or two courses a semester.
$4 trillion
Retailing represents one-third of U.S. economy
Curriculum
The curriculum helps the student develop skills in analyzing data using a variety of techniques: researching and implementing effective business strategies; creating flexible promotional campaigns; balancing the sustainable interests of businesses, consumers and society; predicting micro and mass-market cost controls; navigating trade regulations and recognizing cultural concerns; and engaging in global sourcing and production.
Student Spotlight
“Everyone in this program has different experiences to bring to the table, whether it be in retail, design or merchandising. It’s really awesome to have that network of people because you get to learn so much and see where they’re from. That network really helps you along.” -Kelsey Bruner, MS in Retail Merchandising Leadership graduate
Admissions
To apply for this program, submit the following:
- Graduate College application
- Professional resume
- Professional goal statement: Describe your professional goals and explain how the program will support those goals.
- Three professional letters of reference on letterhead
- One official transcript from each college or university attended
*A GRE test score is not required.
Cost
Students enrolled in the Retail Merchandising Leadership program will complete 36 credit hours during the course of their studies. Cost estimates below are calculated based on 2020-2021 rates. Additional cost details and OSU’s tuition and fee estimator are available on the Bursar website.
| Resident | Non-Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Total cost per credit hour | 432.20 | 561.75 |
| Total cost per 3-credit hour course | 1,296.60 | 1,685.25 |
| Total program cost based on 36 hours | 15,559.20 | 20,223.00 |
* This is only an estimate of cost, based on currently approved 2020-2021 rates. Cost estimates do not include textbooks, exams, or course expenses, nor do they factor in individual transfer credits or scholarship information. Cost will vary if not enrolled in a fully online degree program. Active-duty military may qualify for resident tuition rate. Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time without prior notice. Full disclaimer