The Retail Business course will provide students with an overview of the retailing industry from a regional, national, and global perspective. Students will increase awareness and knowledge of key elements within the retail industry including business operations, marketing, sales, supply, and production, merchandising, promotion, selling, analyzing and forecasting sales, operations, and inventory control. The course will also focus on fundamental retail processes and related careers that are essential to maintaining production, purchasing, inventory, and a sustainable supply chain to help ensure products are readily available for consumers. Students will also explore retail operations used within different types of retail companies, online and e-commerce businesses, and future trends within the retail industry.