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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: CAREER/TECHNICAL DISCIPLINES
SECTION II - E: RETAIL MERCHANDISING (REM)
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 101 PROFESSIONAL 1-3 1-3 0 0 0 0 1-3
DEVELOPMENT
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This seminar course explores the roles in a business environment, including business etiquette, resume'
development, interviewing techniques, and personalities. Upon completion, students should be better able to secure
successful employment. CORE
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REM 103 PRINCIPLES OF 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MARKETING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course covers the principles of marketing, focusing on product, distribution, pricing and promotion. Emphasis
is on the trends and the dynamic forces that affect the marketing process and the coordination of marketing
functions; topics include marketing strategies, marketing mix, marketing trends, marketing research, and forces
acting on the market. Upon completion, the student should be able to identify each element of the marketing mix and
implement an effective marketing plan.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 111 INTRO TO 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
RETAIL
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course examines the role of retailing in the economy. Topics include the development of present retail
structure, functions performed, effective operations, and managerial problems resulting from current economic and
social trends. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of
retailing.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 112 TEXTILES 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course introduces textile fibers and the construction of fabrics. Emphasis is placed on textile manufacturing
processes including yarn and fabric construction, dye and finishing techniques, and performance and durability of
fabrics. Upon completion, students should be able to identify factors in considering construction of garments as they
relate to wearability and efficient buying.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 114 SMALL BUSINESS 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MANAGEMENT
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course offers a detailed analysis of the creation and management of small business entities. Entrepreneurial
opportunities, new venture processes, and small business managerial activities are emphasized. The student will be
required to demonstrate ability to create and manage a small business entity.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 115 SMALL BUSINESS 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MANAGEMENT
APPLICATIONS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is a continuation of REM 114. Case studies will be developed to challenge the student to solve problems
encountered in today's small businesses. The student will be required to apply a theoretical base to solve case studies
and to defend solutions to case studies.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 116 ENTREPRENEURIAL 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
BUSINESS PRACTICES
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course introduces practices that help the entrepreneur to successfully start, conduct, and expand the small
business. Topics to be covered include policies that foster the company's origin, survival and growth, organization
type, financing, company size, personnel, franchising, and problem solving. The student will be required to
demonstrate entrepreneurial knowledge and ability.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 117 SMALL BUSINESS 1 1 4 4 0 0 3
PRACTICUM
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
The student will complete a project designed by the student and approved by the instructor. Emphasis will be placed
on a project that is relevant, timely, and unique. The student will develop a business plan and an application for a
loan.
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REM 118 PRINCIPLES OF 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
ECONOMICS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course provides a study of micro and macro economic principles, policies, and application. Topics include
supply and demand, money and the banking system, the business cycle, and the economic system. Upon completion,
the student should be able to identify economic concepts that affect business decisions.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 121 APPLIED 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
ADVERTISING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is a study of advertising, its influence on consumer awareness and the purchase of products, and the
fundamental principles associated with advertising activities. Topics include the purpose of advertising and other
sales promotional techniques, principles of advertising, budgeting, marketing and advertising plans, regulations and
controls of advertising, media evaluation, target marketing and selection, campaign planning, and trends in
advertising. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the functions and purposes of advertising and
develop a comprehensive advertising campaign. CORE
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REM 123 HISTORY AND 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
PSYCHOLOGY OF
DRESS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course provides a study of the history of costume from ancient times to the present. Emphasis is placed on the
interrelationship between dress and its cultural, social, psychological, economic, and aesthetic implications
throughout history. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the influence of various historical periods
on modern concepts of dress.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 141 CREDIT AND 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
COLLECTIONS
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course covers areas of collection that provide an understanding of the expertise needed to manage collection
operations. Topics include principles and practices in the extension of credit, collection procedures, and laws
pertaining to credit extension and collection. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of the concepts covered. CORE
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REM 143 BUSINESS 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
LAW
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is a study of the influence of past and present governmental regulations in today's economy and the
concepts and terminology germane to the field of business law. Topics include personal and employer liability,
negligence, product liability, computer law, the Uniform Commercial Code, sales contracts, and commercial papers.
Upon completion, students should be able to identify law, liability, and risk associated with conducting daily
business transactions.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 150 RETAILING 0 0 0 0 3 15 3
INTERNSHIP
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is designed to provide the student with experience in the retail or merchandising business. Emphasis is
placed on retail experience gained on the job in a supervised internship. Upon completion, students should develop
an understanding of the retail market by participating in a business setting.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 151 MARKETING 0 0 1 2 0 0 1
SEMINAR
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course uses practical situations to develop business, social, and leadership characteristics; civic consciousness,
vocational understanding, and social intelligence play a dominant role in this seminar. Activities will include DECA
competition, chairing committees, leading workshops, reporting on professional development, arranging for and
introducing guest speakers, attending business seminars, and job search techniques. Upon completion, students
should be able to interact effectively with others, demonstrate the ability to perform marketing and management
tasks, and use problem-solving techniques effectively.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 163 ACCOUNTING FOR 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
MARKETING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course develops an awareness of the financial aspects of business and provides opportunities for students to
learn and practice the basic principles of accounting and bookkeeping. Topics include forecasting and budgeting,
stock records, costs of overtime and job improvements, basic accounting principles (bookkeeping, ledger, and
journal), basic accounting cycle, and financial statements such as balance sheets and income statements. Upon
completion, students should be able to complete an entire accounting cycle for a merchandising enterprise.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 171 MARKETING 0 0 1 2 0 0 1
SEMINAR
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course further develops leadership skills and human relations skills necessary for success in the field of
Marketing Management. Emphasis will be placed on developing civic, social, and business responsibilities. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of professional organizations in
career advancement and demonstrate self-confidence and self-esteem in group leadership situations.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 173 FUNDAMENTALS OF 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
SELLING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course emphasizes sales strategy and techniques and effective communications with customers, supervisors,
and co-workers. Topics include customer relations, customer motives, positive and professional image,
product/service knowledge, selling techniques and procedures, sales presentations, and the ethics of selling. Upon
completion, students should be able to analyze customer needs and wants and close a sale based on customer
responses. CORE
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 181 SPECIAL TOPICS IN 0-3 0-3 0-3 0-6 0-3 0-9 3
281 RETAIL
MERCHANDISING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
These courses provide specialized instruction in various areas related to retail merchandising. Emphasis is place on
meeting students' needs.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 203 PRINCIPLES OF 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MANAGEMENT
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course focuses on personnel management, the basic supervisory functions, supervisory skills and techniques,
and the special challenges and demands of supervising employees. Topics include management theories, employee
morale, supervision techniques, functions of management, and motivating, supervising and evaluating employees.
Upon completion, students should be able to effectively supervise employees or processes using appropriate
planning, organizing, influencing, and control principles.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 212 RETAIL 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
BUYING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course introduces the fundamental principles of buying, merchandising, and accounting for products and
services. Topics include assortment planning, locating resources, ordering merchandise, pricing for profit, and
financial statements and ratios. Upon completion, students should be able to identify important factors to consider
when determining type, quantity, and price of merchandise to be purchased. CORE
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 213 VISUAL 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
MERCHANDISING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course focuses on the components of display necessary for the effective visual presentation of goods and
services, including the principles and techniques common to display work in various types of businesses. Topics
include design and color principles, tools and materials of the trade, props and fixtures, lighting and signing,
installation of displays, store planning, and safety. Upon completion, students will be able to design and construct
effective visual merchandising displays.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 221 INTRODUCTION TO 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
APPAREL DESIGN
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course examines the mechanics of creation and production of clothing and the principles and elements of
design. Emphasis is placed on the role of the designer, basic garment construction techniques, and quality control
procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and
elements needed to develop a line of clothing.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 223 CONSUMER 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
BEHAVIOR
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is designed to describe consumer behavior as applied to the exchange processes involved in acquiring,
consuming, and disposing of goods and services. Topics include an analysis of basic and environmental
determinants of consumer behavior with emphasis on the decision-making process. Upon completion, students
should be able to analyze concepts related to the study of the individual consumer.
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REM 224 CUSTOMER 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
SERVICE
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course stresses the importance of customer relations in the business world. Emphasis is placed on learning how
to respond to complex customer requirements and to efficiently handle stressful situations. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate the ability to handle customer relations.
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REM 233 FASHION SHOW 2 2 1 2 0 0 3
PRODUCTION
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course presents principles and procedures used by fashion show coordinators. Emphasis placed on developing
skills in staging, selecting music, recruiting and selecting models, coordinating costs, working backstage, and
promotion the show. Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the
procedures involved in the production of a fashion show.
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REM 234 HUMAN RESOURCE 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MANAGEMENT
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course is a study of recruiting, training, and directing of personnel within the business environment. Topics
include the daily problems facing supervisors, store managers, and personnel managers, along with practical
solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to describe good human relations techniques.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 250 ADVANCED 0 0 0 0 3 15 3
RETAILING
INTERNSHIP
PREREQUISITE: REM 150.
This is a continuation of REM 150. Emphasis is placed on retail experience gained on the job in a supervised
internship. Upon completion, the student should develop an understanding of the retail market by participating in a
business setting.
DPT. CRS. "THEORY" "EXPERIMENTAL" "MANIPULATIVE" COURSE
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REM 251 MARKETING 0 0 1 2 0 0 1
SEMINAR III
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course further develops leadership skills and human relations skills necessary for success in the field of
Marketing Management. Emphasis will be placed on developing civic, social, and business responsibilities. Upon
completion, students should be able to identify functions and roles of group members in a variety of situations and
demonstrate the ability to develop group decision-making skills.
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REM 253 FASHION 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MERCHANDISING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course addresses the fundamentals of the dynamic nature of fashion. Emphasis is placed on the rhythmic forces
which shape fashion trends and the application of the principles of merchandising practices.
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REM 261 SEMINAR IN RETAIL 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
MERCHANDISING
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course provides instructor-directed experiences in studying and researching for improved marketing and
distribution in the local business community. Emphasis is placed on the individual's career objective and those
experiences that will help obtain that objective.
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REM 262 TRENDS IN 3 3 0 0 0 0 3
DISTRIBUTION
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course introduces the changing trends in shipping and receiving and the problems of distribution in marketing.
Emphasis is placed on ways to capitalize on the latest distribution patterns.
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REM 271 MARKETING 0 0 1 2 0 0 1
SEMINAR IV
PREREQUISITE: As required by program.
This course further develops leadership skills and human relations skills necessary for success in the field of
Marketing Management. Emphasis will be place on developing civic, social, and business responsibilities. Upon
completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of information presented by outside speakers
on topics related to conflict resolution, current job market trends, and resources available to managers.
