SCHOOL OF RETAIL MANAGEMENT

School of Retail Management in Symbiosis Indore

The Indian retail industry has emerged as one of the most dynamic and fast-paced industries due to the entry of several new players. It accounts for over 10 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and around 8 per cent of employment. India is the world’s fifth largest global destination in retail space.

Market Demand at Symbiosis Indore

The India Retail Industry is gradually inching its way towards becoming the next boom industry. Organised retail evidently needs a supply of higher-end labour that has better education and skills. The conceptualisation of labour is entirely different. The expectation of performance level is also different and even more demanding.

The School of Retail Management focuses on providing skilled human resources and path-breaking solutions to the challenges faced by the sector through applied research. Students get an opportunity for ‘learning by doing’ through practical training at retail stores on campus and during internships that expose students to the real world work environment. Incubation centres and centres of excellence help to test and explore innovations thereby elevating the retail sector to next level.

The School of Retail Management offers a range of Certificate, Diploma and Degree programmes in tune with industry requirement. The curriculum is designed in consultation with the industry to ensure that students are job ready and employable on completion of the course. Each course within the programme is modular and credit-based while learning outcomes and skill competency levels expected from students are clearly defined.

Programme structure allows multi-entry and multi-exit facility to students. The policy for multi-entry and multi-exit is as prescribed by the University’s statutory bodies. Vertical mobility from certificate to degree programmes provides career progression from one job role to the next. Students have the option to accumulate and transfer credits to relevant programmes of the University over a period of time.

BBA in Retail & E-Commerce Management

Retail is one of the largest sectors in the country and a pillar of the economy. The BBA in Retail and E-commerce Management programme acts as a Launchpad for your managerial aspirations in the retail industry. At SUAS, the course is based on industry insights, and our learning structure is specifically designed to suit the demands of the retail world. Our unique course pedagogy and conducive environment ensure that students are well-prepared to face the dynamic retail environment. With modern facilities, expert faculty and a thorough curriculum, an exciting career in retail are assured with a BBA in Retail and E-commerce Management. Read more

Duration: 3 Years

BBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Efficient logistics and supply chain management is crucial in a world that cannot function without rapid trade. BBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management covers concepts in logistics and supply chain, warehouse management, 3PL and 4PL Logistics, latest practices from Industry, Procurement, Negotiations, Port centric logistics, Warehousing, etc. An in-depth understanding of the courses will enable students to become effective Logistics Managers, Supply-Chain Supervisors, and Inventory Managers. Read more

Duration:  3 Years

MBA IN MARKETING

The MBA (Marketing) program is a thorough study of business management that involves the methods and procedures of organizing the resources of an organization both effectively and efficiently with a special focus on its marketing aspects. This program will train the students in local as well as global marketing techniques that will provide great opportunities for creativity and innovation. Read more

Duration:  2 Years

The University has set up specialised Retail labs on campus to enable students to develop required skills and obtain hands-on experience in the retail sector. A mock store, visual merchandising lab and a fully functional retail store by Future Group are some of the facilities available here.

Master of Business Administration (MBA):

  1. Minimum 60% marks or equivalent grade in X& XII examination.
  2. Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade in a 3-year bachelor’s degree.
  3. Candidates have to appear in SKILL-CAT.
  4. NRI / International Students with GMAT / GRE valid scores can apply.
  5. NRI candidate who has completed XII (10+2) or equivalent examination from any Foreign Board must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA):

  1. Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in any discipline from any recognized Board/Council/University.
  2. Minimum 50% marks for general category candidates belonging to the State of Madhya Pradesh.
  3. Minimum 45% marks for the reserved category candidates (excluding creamy layer) belonging to the State of Madhya Pradesh.
  4. Qualify in personal interview conducted by the University.

NRI / International Students:

A candidate who has completed XII (10+2) or equivalent examination from any Foreign Board must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). All foreign qualifications need to be verified by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) by the candidate before seeking provisional admission to any programme of Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences. In order to promote International understanding between Indian and Foreign students, Symbiosis has reserved 5% seats for NRIs/International students in every division.