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Post Graduate Diploma in Retail Management

Retail is a major sector of the Indian and Global economy. Retailers today deal with challenges like increased levels of competition, growth of the internet, new forms of technology and satisfying consumers.

Indeed, the retail sector plays a significant role in both the Indian and global economies. However, it faces various challenges such as heightened competition, the rise of e-commerce, technological advancements, and evolving consumer preferences. Consequently, retail organizations are in need of leaders equipped with the requisite skills to tackle these challenges effectively.

The Post Graduate Diploma in Retail Management addresses a spectrum of issues pertinent to retail and distribution channels. These include service operations, consumer behavior, sales and marketing management, brand management, and supply chain issues. With a focus on retail management and marketing subjects, this program delves into crucial developments and trends shaping the industry.

By offering comprehensive insights into retail management and marketing strategies, this diploma program prepares individuals to navigate the complexities of the retail landscape. Graduates emerge equipped with the knowledge and skills required to lead retail organizations, adapt to changing market dynamics, leverage technology effectively, and meet the evolving demands of consumers.

The program is approved by AICTE.

Bachelor's degree holder / Graduate in any discipline from a recognised University.
International / SAARC Graduate from a recognised / accredited University / Institution.
Students who have appeared for final year of examination of their bachelor's degree program and are awaiting results can also apply, subject to successfully completing their bachelor's degree program / graduation within the time period specified by SCDL.

Note: A Degree Equivalence Certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) is mandatory for applicants who have completed their education from any foreign (out of India) school, college, university, or institute.

The duration of the program is two years.
The registration period is valid for four academic years.

Total Credit Points : 80

SEMESTER I :
Principles and Practices of Management
Retail Management – I
Consumer Behaviour
Services Marketing
Sales Management

SEMESTER II :
Marketing Management
Retail Management – II
Brand Management
Basic Accounting for Retail Business
Concepts in Supply Chain Management

SEMESTER III :
Research Methodology
Merchandise Management
Customer Relationship Management

SEMESTER IV :
Advertising and Public Relations
Retail Analytics
Emerging Retail Formats
Project

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Retail Sales Associate, Visual Merchandiser, Retail Buyer, Inventory Manager, Customer Service Manager, Retail Operations Manager, E-commerce Manager, Retail Analyst, Marketing Coordinator (within a retail environment), Merchandising Manager, Supply Chain Coordinator, Retail Trainer/Training Manager, Loss Prevention Manager etc.

FEE

Application Form Fee

The application form fee for all applicants is: ₹ 1200/-
Note: Application fee is non-refundable.

Program Fee

Total Program Fee: ₹ 74,000/-

Category	1st Installment	2nd Installment
General	₹ 44,000/-	₹ 30,000/-
Defence	₹ 43,000/-	₹ 28,000/-
International	₹ 92,000/-	₹ 62,000/-
SAARC	₹ 77,000/-	₹ 51,000/-

Special Silver Jubilee Year Discount on Program Fee – Limited Period Offer

Pay Full Fee in One Instalment On-the-Spot and Avail ₹5,000/- to ₹17,000/- Off

(Discount amount is subject to the admission category applied).

Category	One-time Full Payment
General	₹ 69,000/-
Defence	₹ 66,000/-
International	₹ 1,40,000/-
SAARC	₹ 1,11,000/-

Note: Education loan available with easy EMI options for 6, 9, and 12 months, starting from just ₹6,000 to ₹9,000 per month.

Payment Timelines

1. Pay first instalment or one-time full fee immediately after grant of admission.

2. Pay second instalment within 45 days of grant of admission or on or before the last date to pay full fee, whichever is earlier, as per policy.

Note:

• Paying complete course fee immediately, will make all benefits of the program immediately available as per admission policy.

• Installment option closes 15 days before the last specified date of admission.

• Exam fee & Project fee is not included in program fee and has to be paid separately.

• Pay exam fee per paper per attempt. Exam fees or project fee is non-refundable & non-transferable.

Mode of Payments

♦ Online: Pay application form fee, program fee & all exam fees online. OR

♦ Demand Draft: Pay program & all exam fees via Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of “The Director SCDL, Pune” payable at Pune.

Note: SCDL does not accept any fee in cash.

PROGRAMME CURRICULUM

PROGRAMME CURRICULLUM

EVALUATION METHODOLOGY

Each course comprises of an assignment (30 marks) and computer-based examination (70 marks). Students should appear for the assessments on a timely basis and complete the program in the validity period.
Assignments are of objective type and are available in the student login. Examinations include a subjective element in addition to the objective part.
In Semester IV, students are required to submit a project of 100 marks in soft copy.

AWARD OF DIPLOMA

Diploma will be awarded only after student passes in all elements of assessments i.e. each computer based examination, each assignment and project subject to completion of program duration and fulfilment of all other criteria laid down by SCDL, including payment of all fees/dues.

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Duration

2 Years

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Manager Operations
Senior Sales Manager
Stores Manager

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It was really a privilege to be part of SCDL. Reason for choosing SCDL is the kind of flexibility it provides to working professionals. Course content is also self-explanatory and easy to understand. It helped me to enhance my skills in retail business.

- Raj Kumar Pathak, PGDRM