WAFC RETAIL MANAGEMENT PATHWAY PROGRAM

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1 INC RE AS E YO U R C AR E E R, IN COM E, & R E TA IL OTE N TIA L WAFC RETAIL MANAGEMENT ATHWAY ROGRAM 1 CERTIFICATE Cerritos College B R O U G H T TO YO U B Y 2 ASSOCIATE S DEGREE Cerritos College A N D 3 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) Northwood University YO U R A R T N E R S I N CO R O R AT E E D U C AT I O N

2 What factors are affecting your potential for greater success in the marketplace? Is there something your corporation and/or your store(s) are not doing or could be doing different or better? Do you see an opportunity to expand? TAKE A CLOSE LOOK AT THE COMETITIVE LANDSCAE AROUND YOU. Contemplating a restructure? Or have an idea that can make you first-to-market with an amazing concept? erhaps a strategic opportunity has presented itself and you re wondering the best course of action? Or, maybe a competitive threat has you on heightened alert and a search for solutions? NOW, TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THE HEART AND SOUL OF YOUR BRAND. You know there are a limited number of hours in a day and only so many people to keep the wheels of business turning. You also know focusing on areas where you will see the greatest return for your investment is a necessity. The truth is, no matter which actions you decide to pursue, it s the people within your corporation who will make it happen. It all starts with them. They are the people who will work to innovate, produce, problem solve, inspire, and impact the customer experience. They are the heart and soul of your brand the people who will be keep the momentum moving forward. Whether you re ready to take your store(s) to the next level or are just trying to stay ahead of the game, now is the time to look at the Retail Management athway rogram from Cerritos Community College and Northwood University. We re all about helping you realize the unlimited potential within your organization from the inside, out. MAKE EDUCATION ART OF YOUR COMETITIVE STRATEGY Benefits to your organization include: THE BOTTOM LINE? Competitive tuition rates Measurable returns on investment Immediate application of innovative skills and ideas Improved employee productivity Enhanced recruitment of new employees rofessional development of in-house talent Increased organizational awareness and reputation as an attractive place to work Fosters employee retention, loyalty, and morale IT S ABOUT YOUR BOTTOM LINE! How much your organization will grow, depends on how much you and your employees know. So whether your employees have none, little, or a lot of education under their belts, making the Retail Management athway rogram part of your competitive strategy will strengthen your bottom line by creating a stronger, smarter workforce. WE RE NOT JUST SELLING EDUCATION WE DO KNOW MORE ABOUT DEVELOING LEADERS THAN JUST ABOUT ANYONE. The key to success is what you do with what you have. Let Cerritos Community College and Northwood University give you and your workforce the skills and confidence they need to keep your organization ahead of the game. The Retail Management athway rogram is a great recruiting tool to attract the right talent, to build skills, and to increase employee engagement. By taking an active role in the development of the people those who are the face at the heart of your brand, you give your business an edge turning your bottom line into a growth curve. 3+1 ROGRAM 3 YEARS COMMUNITY COLLEGE TUITION + 1 YEAR UNIVERSITY TUITION (31 units) TIME/COST SAVINGS Save time and money through the unique 3+1 program. Ask us how! NU TUITION $13,795 (total for 31 units) ACCREDITED & AROVED Cerritos Community College is: Regionally Accredited (WASC) Northwood University is: Regionally Accredited (HLC) Globally Accredited (ACBS) Approved to offer/accept military educational benefits.

3 RETAIL MANAGEMENT ATHWAY ROGRAM WAFC RETAIL MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE ROGRAM BA 114 BA 115 BA 132 BA 106 BA 107 BA 118 ACCT 100 Sample course guide below. RINCILES OF MARKETING RINCILES OF MANAGEMENT COMUTER ALICATIONS FOR MANAGERS HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT HUMAN RELATIONS IN BUSINESS RETAIL MANAGEMENT INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING Individual plans may vary. ADDITIONAL COURSES REQUIRED TO COMLETE BBA ACCT 101 ACCT 102 MTH 112 MTH 114 HL 102 BA 113 OL 101 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING STATISTICS COLLEGE ALGEBRA ETHICS BUSINESS LAW OLITICAL SCIENCE (1) GENERAL EDUCATION (1) GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING (2) BUSINESS S BA 156 MOTIVATIONAL RESENTATION SKILLS FOR MANAGERS BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION: MANAGEMENT BACHELOR S DEGREE COURSES FROM NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY for MANAGEMENT MAJOR (31 units) ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE: RETAIL MANAGEMENT READ 54 ENGL 100 ENGL 103 ECN 201 ECN 202 SEECH 100 MTH 80 HIS 101 INTRODUCTION TO COLLEGE READING - ACCELERATED COLLEGE COMOSITION I CRITICAL THINKING & ARGUMENTATIVE WRITING MACROECONOMICS MICROECONOMICS FUNDAMENTALS OF ORAL COMMUNICATION INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA AMERICAN HISTORY AND CONSTITUTION NATURAL SCIENCE HEALTH & WELLNESS FINE ARTS/HUMANITIES FDN 2500 STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS (1 unit) MGT 4250 ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR (3 units) MGT 4030 INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT (3 units) MGT 4300 MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (3 units) ENG 3200 REORT WRITING (3 units) ENG 4010 COMMUNICATIONS & INTERERSONAL RELATIONS (3 units) HL 4100 HILOSOHY OF AMERICAN ENTERRISE (3 units) MGT 3500 OERATIONS MANAGEMENT (3 units) MGT 3700 RACTICE OF MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHI (3 units) FIN 3010 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (3 units) MGT 4800 STRATEGIC LANNING (3 units) A minimum of 123 units are required for the BBA. A minimum of 31 units must be completed at Northwood University. Additional majors/minors are available and may require additional coursework.

4 THE RETAIL MANAGEMENT ATHWAY ROGRAM WILL HEL YOUR EMLOYEES GET ON TO OF THEIR GAME, SO THEY CAN STAY ON TO OF YOURS. The retail management industry challenges professionals to maintain a competitive skill set. As competition grows, there is an increasing demand for retail/grocers to hold their position as a leader in the retail management industry. Key to this achievement is the development of an educated, innovative, and motivated workforce. As your partner in education we will: repare retail management professionals to compete in today s global marketplace by driving the importance of education, innovation, environmental stewardship, and responsible leadership. Equip your employees with the global knowledge and competencies specific to the ever- changing needs of this robust, fast-paced industry; from our aforementioned course topics and including areas of emotional intelligence and intrapreneurship. Build upon your employees strengths and interests, broaden their industry knowledge, and sharpen their leadership strategies. rovide your employees with a host of lean today, apply tomorrow skills and techniques. rior Learning rogram NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY Eligible students can earn up to 30 units through prior work/life/military experience. As experienced educators of management professionals, we will make certain each student is recognized as an individual and given the opportunity to be creatively stimulated and inspired to have a meaningful impact in their roles in the retail management industry. Their success is your success. Employees will learn from faculty experts men and women who are successful entrepreneurs or executives who have directed the course of many companies. They know the market realities and will educate employees to the expectations of the working world; making them specialists who understand and can guide change through diverse economic environments. Upon completion of the program, your employees will have developed the knowledge and confidence to identify and act upon critical factors driving the Western Association of Food Chains s (WAFC) mission to help the industry attract, retain and advance high potential food industry associates through exposure to educational programs and leadership opportunities. EMOWER YOUR EMLOYEES WITH KNOWLEDGE. THIS IS THE MOST COST-EFFECTIVE WAY TO ADD VALUE Your next step? Say: TO YOUR ORGANIZATION. I want to talk to a Retail Management Education Specialist about our educational options! Then contact: Dr. Bob Livingston, Cerritos Community College Retail Management Certificate Associate s Degree rogram Judy Fox, Northwood University Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) blivingston@cerritos.edu adp.cerritos@northwood.edu Save time and money though the 3-1 Retail Management athway rogram through Cerritos Community College and Northwood University. Accelerate degree completion each NU course is just 8 weeks in length. Courses are offered all online, all in class, or a mix of both. NU courses offered in class are just one night per week from 6-9pm on the campus of Cerritos College (That s just eight classes!). TRANSFER FRIENDLY: Up to 92 units can be transferred into the NU program. NU discount for eligible active duty, veterans, spouses/dependents. Utilize education benefits here! One of the largest, all-business universities in the United States with additional international locations. Online master s degree programs available.

5 RETAIL MANAGEMENT ATHWAY ROGRAM Help kick off your employees professional development path and boost morale at the same time! See first-hand how their educational experience increases motivation, inspires innovation, enhances productivity, and offers immediate application to their daily work environment. ww.northwood.edu ww.cerritos.edu/northwood Northwood University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, gender, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability or veteran status. The University also is committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination. Northwood University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association ( ; higherlearningcommission.org).