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Retail Executive Courses

A Retail Executive manages retail operations, sets sales targets, analyses profits, and engages in marketing and strategic planning.

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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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How much does a Retail Executive earn?

In Australia, a full time Retail Executive generally earns $2,173 per week ($112,996 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for a Retail Executive?

Employment numbers in this industry are likely to remain stable in coming years. There are currently 229,500 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Retail Executive. Retail Executives may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become a Retail Executive?

A Bachelor of Commerce is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Retail Executive. This course explores a range of topics including economic principles, business analytics, commercial law and professional practice. You’ll be able to specialise in an area of interest such as accounting, economics, innovation, marketing, business law, human resources or banking.

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Retail

Take control of your career in the fast-moving retail sector by studying an accredited retail qualification. Start today!

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Merchandising

If you have a creative mind and enjoy developing visual displays, a course in merchandising could give your retail career a kick start. Education pathways for domestic and international students.

Retail Operations

Specialise in Retail Operations, where you can drive customer satisfaction and retail store efficiency. Education pathways for domestic and international students.

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A Retail Executive oversees operations at a retail company. You might set sales targets and make sure stores are meeting financial goals. Retail Executives might prepare reports on profits and other financial information and may also be involved with activities such as marketing and strategic decision making.

Retail Executives should have strong leadership skills and be able to communicate with a range of stakeholders. It’s important you can manage several tasks at one time and have good forward planning skills. Retail Executives should have excellent analytical skills and be strong problem solvers.

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