Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management at Alexandria Technical & Community College in Alexandria, MN

Family & Consumer Sciences CERTIFICATE CIP 19.0203

Total Graduates

26

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

54%

14 of 26

Female Graduates

46%

12 of 26

Annual Tuition & Fees

$6,236

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 19.0203
Program Family Family & Consumer Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 26 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 54% male, 46% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Alexandria Technical & Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Retail Management92%71%69%$11,419

In the Retail Management program at Alexandria Technical & Community College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 92% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,419 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

License Requirements for Farm and Home Management Educators in Minnesota

Working in this field in Minnesota may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$58,120

10-Year Job Growth

-2.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 6 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$46,496-2.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$37,856-5%
75%
primary100% confidence
Marketing Managers SOC: 11-2021
$128,824+6.6%
75%
primary100% confidence
$61,560+6.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
Sales Managers SOC: 11-2022
$110,448+4.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$43,590

Peak Salary

$72,650

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Active Listening
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Judgment and Decision Making
Social Perceptiveness
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Active Learning
Coordination

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Alexandria, MN

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,236
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,236
Average Net Price $13,560

Program Information

CIP Code: 19.0203
CIP Family: 19
IPEDS ID:
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