Merchandising degree at UNT is one of the top merchandising programs in the nation. The program prepares students to critically analyze merchandising strategies related to the planning, development, distribution, and merchandising of fashion-oriented products in consumer-driven markets. 

Graduates of the program pursue careers such as:

• Buyer for a retail brand
• Product Developer
• Store Analyst
• Visual Merchandiser
• Store management
• Merchandise Planner
• Brand Manager
• Product Manager
• Showroom Management

Merchandising majors take courses in merchandising, product development, textiles, consumer behavior, buying, global sourcing, trend analysis, brand development, and promotion. In addition, students complete a minor in general business or marketing and logistics.

Click here for Merchandising degree requirements sheet

Marketable Skills for BS in Merchandising

1. Quantitative analysis of merchandising strategies
2. Oral and written communication
3. Analyze target consumer behavior
4. Teamwork
5. Apply fashion product knowledge