Resources: Discussions and Assignments
Module 1 discussion: introduction to retailing.
For this assignment, your task will be to interview somebody who is currently working in the retail industry. You might also choose somebody who has retired from the retail field. You can meet them in person or you might want to set up a time to talk on the phone. If it’s impossible to meet at the same time, you can email them these questions.
Ask at least four of the questions below:
- What is an average day like in your position?
- What are some of your primary functions?
- What are the benefits and drawbacks to working in retail?
- What is your role in the supply chain?
- How long have you been working in retail? Have you experienced/witnessed any major changes in retail during your career?
- What career opportunities in retail do you see for someone interested in retail marketing?
- What advice do you have for someone who wants to be a manager?
For each discussion forum, students need to create an initial post, then look over the discussion posts of your other classmates and give at least two (2) thoughtful responses to two (2) different classmates (one per classmate), totaling a minimum of three (3) posts for forum, including your initial post.
You need to write more than just a few words like: “I agree” or “Sounds good” or “Well said.” You must write several sentences that are thoughtful and suitable for a proper discussion. It is also fitting to ask questions or politely challenge your classmates if you like. When in doubt, just remember: this is a “discussion,” not a series of opinion blogs.
Grading Rubric
Your participation in this discussion will be graded using the following rubric. Please review and keep it in mind as you prepare your assignment.
| Criteria | Not Evident | Developing | Exemplary | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Submit initial response | No response | Response does not fully address the prompt | Response thoughtfully addresses the prompt and invites response from peers. | 5 pts |
| Respond to at least two peers | No response to peers | Responded to only one peer | Responded to at least two peers | 5 pts |
- Discussion: Introduction to Retailing. Provided by : Lumen Learning. License : CC BY: Attribution
- Revision and adaptation. Authored by : Jameson Gurley. Provided by : Lumen Learning. License : CC BY: Attribution
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Assignments. The assignments in this course are openly licensed, and are available as-is, or can be modified to suit your students’ needs. If you import this course into your learning management system (Blackboard, Canvas, etc.), the assignments will automatically be loaded into the assignment tool.
In the first module of the course, we introduce retail management as an industry and field of study. For this assignment, you are going to work with a small group to discuss challenges that you may face in retail management.
Assignment: Retail Image. Imagine you are opening your own brick and mortar store. In doing so, there are a lot of things to take into consideration: The name of your store. The type of merchandise you will stock. The lighting you will install and why. The furniture and fixtures you will utilize. The store layout you will use.
Part 1. For this assignment, your task will be to interview somebody who is currently working in the retail industry. You might also choose somebody who has retired from the retail field. You can meet them in person or you might want to set up a time to talk on the phone.
Write a short essay (400 words minimum) outlining your reasoning for the price you choose. Be sure to include the specifics of production, distribution, and marketing. And the calculated profit for the selling such a product and why. Be sure to identify your target market (and why) as well.
11.12: Assignment- Merchandise Management. Page ID. Your task is to physically observe a retail environment in person—this may be done alone, or in partnership groups of two or three. So, pick a partner (or not!) and make a plan.