BBA in Retail & E-Commerce Management

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The BBA in Retail & E-Commerce Management has been mapped to the job roles in demand in the Retail sector. During the program tenure of 4 years the program builds a strong foundation of Basics of Business Management, Basics of Business Economics, Basics of Law, Basics of Research Methodology, Basics of Information management, Financial Accounting, Business Mathematics, Statistics, Corporate Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Retail Marketing, Quantitative Methods in Retail, Corporate Management etc. It also builds an understanding of the retail sector as a whole. In the 3rd year, the student can opt for the electives to enhance their domain knowledge. Depending on the stream of specialization appropriate training are planned. In the 5 & 6 semesters, a project needs to be prepared on real-time problems. Overall the course is structured in a way to give a well-rounded knowledge and practical training to the student on which he can build further and become a valuable contributor in the professional world.

Program Structure

Semester – I

Principles of Management
Theory and Applications of Retail Economics
Accounting for Business Decision
Selling and Negotiation Skills
Principles of Marketing
Basics of Retailing and Retail Operations
Business Communication Skills
Indian Knowledge System

Semester – II

Retail  Merchandise Management
Elements of HRM and OB
Consumer Psychology and Buying Behavior
Introduction to E-Commerce in Retail
Retail Logistics Management
Sustainability and Environmental Studies
Life Coping Skills
Internship – I

Career Advancement Skills

Semester - III

Legal Practices in Retail and E-Commerce
Retail Store Design & Layout Planning
CRM in Retail and E-Commerce
Retail Research Techniques
Visual Merchandising
E-Commerce Tools and Techniques
Personal Enhancement Skill-I
Campus to Corporate Skills

Semester - IV

Retail Supply Chain Management and Dropshipping
Retail Store Operations & Mall Management
Retail Information System : Design Approach and Components
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing for Retail Business
Startups in Retail
Data Visualization in Retail
Personal Enhancement Skill-II
Internship – II
Career Progression Skills

Semester - V

Product and Service Strategy
Branding for Retail Managers
Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management
Digital Marketing and User Experience
Retail Data Analytics
Franchise Management
Image Building and Positioning Skills

Semester - VI

Disaster Management
Internship – III

Semester - VII

Innovation in Retail
Retail in Metaverse
Retail Exhibition and Event Management
Travel Retail
ESG and Sustainability in Retail
Organizational Skills

Semester - VIII

Industry Research and Paper Presentation

India’s retail market is set to grow to over $2 trillion by 2032, driven by digital penetration, rising incomes, and a young consumer base. Key growth segments include:


Emerging Trends:

1.Rapid expansion of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer (D2C) models

2.Use of AI and data analytics in inventory and customer management

3.Demand for skilled manpower in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities

4.Rise of experiential retail and personalization


SUAS addresses these trends by offering industry-relevant programs and skill training aligned with the needs of modern retail businesses.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from the School of Retail Management can pursue high-growth roles in:

In-Store & Operational Retail

1.Store Manager  2. Visual Merchandiser

3. Floor Supervisor 4. Inventory & Stock Controller

E-Commerce & Digital Retail

1.E-Commerce Executive 2.Online Merchandising Specialist

3.Marketplace Operations Analyst 4.Digital Category Manager

Retail Marketing & CRM

1.Brand Promoter 2. Loyalty Program Coordinator

3.Retail Marketing Executive 4. Customer Experience Analyst

Buying, Merchandising & Planning

1.Retail Buyer 2. Category Manager

3. Merchandising Planner 4. Demand Forecaster

Entrepreneurial Roles

1.Franchise Owner 2. Retail Startup Founder

3. D2C Brand Manager 4. Retail Consultant

Top recruiters include fashion brands, grocery chains, luxury stores, electronics retailers, e-commerce platforms, and mall operators. SUAS offers 100% internship support and placement guidance for all students.

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On-Campus Retail Lab

At SUAS, the retail curriculum is closely linked to industry trends and practices, giving students real exposure
Visual Merchandising Studio

Crafting Creative Leaders in Media & Marketing

Live Retail Store

From Consumer Insights to Digital Commerce – We Build Retail Innovators

Retail Analytics Lab

Equipped with sales forecasting and customer data tools

POS & Billing Systems Lab

Simulating in-store customer service and transaction handling

Industry Collaborations

Learn Retail Operations, Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Strategies