MKF5140 - Merchandise planning and control

Leader(s): Andrew Cavanagh

Offered

Caulfield Second semester 2009 (On-campus split block of classes)

Synopsis

A conceptual framework for the planning, integration and control of the retail merchandise management function.

Objectives

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

• identify the elements within the process of merchandising
• explain how the various components of a merchandise plan fit together
• analyse the increasing impact of ethical considerations on retailer-supplier relationships
• critically evaluate a retail supply chain
• analyse the increasing impact of technology on the merchandising function.

Assessment

Within semester assessment: 60%
Examination (2 hours): 40%

Contact hours

3 hours class contact or equivalent per week

Prerequisites

MKF9810