Australian Retailers Association Retail Institute

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Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification prepares you for key roles such as:

  • Retail Buyers: Strategically curate product ranges aligned with brand strategies to optimize commercial success.
  • Merchandise Planners: Drive profitability through compelling customer offers and effective business trend analysis.

Gain a solid foundation in merchandise planning and buying facilitated by industry-leading professionals with strong educational and facilitation skills.

Delivery mode

Australian Retailers Association Retail Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Locations
  • Level 18 / 1 Nicholson Street East Melbourne 3002 Australia, VIC

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $7,900 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
Study mode On Campus / Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $7,900 $0

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management will prepare you for the following roles.

About Australian Retailers Association Retail Institute

The ARA Retail Institute (RTO Code: 4049) is the leading national provider of retail-focused education and professional development in Australia. Backed by the Australian Retailers Association, the institute offers a specialized range of nationally recognized qualifications, including Certificates II, III, and IV in Retail and Retail Management, alongside tailored short courses in areas like Visual Merchandising, Sales, and Leadership. Designed to fit the busy schedules of retail professionals, their training model emphasizes flexibility through online, self-paced micro-courses and interactive workshops. With a strong focus on "retailers developing retailers," the institute ensures students gain industry-current skills—ranging from digital marketing to conflict resolution—that are directly applicable to the workplace and proven by high student satisfaction rates.
Operating since 2006
Legal name Australian Retailers Association
RTO code 4049