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Merchandising Graduate Programs

This master's degree program is no longer accepting new students.

We're glad you're here but want you to know that the merchandising program is no longer accepting new students. Current students should work with their advisors to complete their master's degree or graduate certificate.

The online merchandising master's degree has a 36-credit hour curriculum consisting of ten (10) 3-credit core courses. Students round out their merchandising degree by completing six credit hours of practicum, thesis, or elective credits. Students work closely with their academic advisor to develop a course sequence that meets academic and professional needs. 

Merchandising Graduate Programs Course or Instructor Availability by Year and Semester

Master's Degree Core Courses 3 - 30 credit hours

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Consumer Behavior3Linda Manikowske
Financial Merchandising Implications3Hyejune Park
Foundations of Sustainability3KSUKSU
International Retail Expansion3UNL
Product Design, Development and Evaluation3multiple universities
Promotional Strategies in Merchandising3multiple universities
Research Methods3Jennifer Jorgensen
Retail Theory & Current Practices3Linda ManikowskeNDSU
Strategic Planning3Melody L. A. LeHew
Merchandising Analytics3OSU

Practicum/Creative Component/Thesis

Designated by the student's home university.