Why Study Retail Management at DIMENSIONS?

Gold Standard Service Provider Award in Business Management

Honoured with the distinguished Gold Standard Service Provider Award in Business Management by JobsCentral Learning, Singapore, for two years in a row, it markedly bespeaks the outstanding educational quality of our Business and Management programmes.

As we understand that the business world is constantly evolving, we continuously forge partnerships with reputable educational institutions to furnish our students with global knowledge to enhance their employment prospects. Our pedagogical methods also enable students to gain predictive insights into the risks and successes of the dynamic business environments through case studies and quality sessions with skilled practitioners. Upon graduation, our students will be able to effectively contribute their academic knowledge and skills to the business world.

Programme Introduction

In this day and age, customers are becoming more well-informed and tech-savvy and hence, it is fundamental to keep abreast of the latest trends and fashion in order to cater to their every whim. The Diploma in Retail Management is particularly designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to flourish in the retail industry and establishments.

This course covers the modules in human resource management, merchandise management, financial statement and analysis and so on. Furthermore, you will be given the opportunity to put your theoretical knowledge into practice through a 6-month Industrial Attachment (IA) / Work Experience*.

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded with the Diploma in Retail Management by DIMENSIONS International College. This qualification broadens your employability in careers ranging from merchandising operations project manager, human resource generalist to department manager.

The programme consists of two components:

1. Theory and practical lessons conducted at DIMENSIONS International College (6 months).
2. Industrial Attachment (IA) / Work Experience*. Students will be attached to retail establishments (6 months).

Objective

• To equip students with knowledge and theories in the aspect of business for further study and individual advancement.
• To develop the concept and understanding of business and culture in support of their career development in various business fields.

Designed for

• Junior College graduates who intend to acquire knowledge and skills to pursue a career in the business sector.
• Students who intend to pursue a higher academic qualification of business-related discipline in the future.

Course Structure

Diploma in Retail Management consists of 7 modules.

Course Outline

• Outline for Introduction to Retail OperationsThe module aims to provide the fundamental concepts and appreciation of the scale, structure and recent development in retail industries, including the organisational structure, departmental functions, physical infrastructure and human resources supporting the business.
• Outline for Principles of ManagementThis module investigates the principles and practices of management behaviour in an organisation. It examines how the roles and responsibilities of managers or leaders influence the design and implementation of strategic plans and policies in the management of corporations.
• Outline for Introduction to HR ManagementThis module introduces the fundamental concepts and theories of human resources in support of general business operations. Student will explore how human resources should be planned within an organisation and learn about the intrinsic and extrinsic factors in motivating staff to strive for better performance.
• Outline for Managing Merchandise PresentationThe module aims to develop students’ ability to design and arrange display of associated products on fixture, shelving and stands, including the pricing of merchandise including prevailing national or local taxes.
• Outline for Understanding Financial Statement & AnalysisThis module investigates the accounting and financial terminologies, processes and relationships for different functions. Students will be enabled to understand and interpret the underlying meaning of the profit and loss accounts, balance sheet and other related financial statements through computation of financial ratios and analysis.
• Outline for Business EnvironmentThis module aims to provide fundamental economic principles that will have an impact on the retail industry and the business environment. Students will explore the dynamic nature of organisations through studying the impact of such external factors as political, legal, social and technological on business operations.
• Outline for Work ExperienceThe aim of this module is to enrich trainees’ learning experience and deepen their practical skills. It serves as an important component and integral part of the course with the intent to enhance and consolidate their acquired knowledge and skills by participating in the industrial attachment. The internship training deems to be significantly helpful to preparing them to work in relevant field after graduation.

* Internship / Industrial Attachment (IA) will be arranged for qualified students. Students must satisfy the following pre-qualifying requirements prior to school’s arrangement for their Internship / IA posting:

A. Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of the IA posting
B. Complete and pass the practical and theory assessments of your course
C. Achieve at least an attendance rate of 90%
D. Pass the Interview and Screening Test (comprising technical test and performance test)

Note:

• Internship / IA posting is not guaranteed and will be subject to the approval of relevant passes by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). No further Internship / IA posting will be arranged if a student withdraws or is terminated from the IA centre.
• Students who fail to secure an IA will have to successfully complete a Research Project.
• Qualified students who have secured an Internship / Industrial Attachment (IA) with an organisation will have to successfully complete the IA. Students who withdraw or are terminated from the IA centre will result in a failed IA module. In order for students to graduate from this programme, students are required to retake the module in the form of a Research Project. Students are also required to pay a re-take fee for the module as well as the fee for the extension of the Student’s Pass

Scope of Study

Theories and practices in retail management

Delivery Mode

Lectures, tutorials, discussions and researches

Commencement Date/Intakes

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DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees

Full-time

1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	500.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	8,500.00
3.	Administrative Fee	:S$	500.00
4.	Examination Fee	:S$	600.00
5.	Course Material	:S$	400.00
6.	Medical Check-Up Fee	:S$	60.00
7.	International Student Management Fee	:S$	500.00
8.	ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee	:S$	135.00
	9% GST	:S$	1,007.55
	Total	:S$	12,202.55

Part-time

1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	100.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	8,500.00
3.	Administrative Fee	:S$	500.00
4.	Examination Fee	:S$	600.00
5.	Course Material	:S$	400.00
	9% GST	:S$	909.00
	Total	:S$	11,009.00

Please click here for more information on the fees which are likely to be incurred during the students’ course of study. Students are expected to pay for the stipulated fee(s) incurred, if necessary.

Payment Mode

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Duration

6 months Institutional Training and 6 months Industrial Attachment (IA)* (Total 12 months)
Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 12 months of Institutional Training

Maximum Candidature Period

Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Students may consider pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Retail Management or other options within this field of study.

 

Notes:
Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

Entry Requirements

Academic Level: 
International students: Completion of GCE N-Level with a minimum 1 year of relevant work experience or GCE O-Level or 11 years of formal education or its equivalent.

 

English Proficiency : At least IELTS 6.0 or DIMENSIONS CAE Level 4 or Pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English is the sole medium of instruction.

Class Periods

Full-time(Face-to-face)

Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 11.30am and/or 12.15pm - 3.15pm and/or 3.30pm - 6.30pm

3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.

Part-time(Blended)

Weekday (Monday to Friday)
Sessions will be conducted from 7.00pm to 10.00pm

and/or

Weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday)
Sessions will be conducted within 9.00am to 6.00pm

3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.

Examination Period

At the end of each semester or course

Assessment Methods

Assignments and examinations

Assessment Grading Criteria

Module Name	Assessment Methods (Weighting)
Principles of Logistics Management	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Warehousing Management	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Purchasing Management	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Introduction to Material Resource Planning	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Management Information System	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Physical Distribution Management	Assignment (50%); Examination (50%)
Internship / Industrial Attachment*	Practical Performance (100%)

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award

Diploma in Retail Management Awarded by DIMENSIONS International College

Graduation Requirements

A “Pass” in all assessments of all modules, including Industrial Attachment (IA) / Work Experience*
Students who have passed all the theoretical modules under the institutional training but fail in Industrial Attachment/Research Project can only be entitled to the award, Certificate in Retail Management

Teacher – Student Ratio

Average teacher-student ratio is 1:35
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.