Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management at Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY

Family & Consumer Sciences Bachelor's CIP 19.0203

Total Graduates

12

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$61,310

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management

Bachelor's 16 grads Bachelor's 12 grads

Program Popularity

#3
of 5 colleges nationally
40%
Produces more graduates than 40% of colleges offering this program
69
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

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

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 12 graduates
Award Year 2023

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

First-line supervisors of retail sales workers

Primary Occupation
$47,320
Median Annual Salary
$31,120 $76,560
10th percentile 90th percentile
1,113,160 employed nationally -5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Market research analysts and marketing specialists +6.7%
$76,950
Sales managers +4.7%
$138,060
Marketing managers +6.6%
$161,030
Farm and home management educators -2.5%
$58,120

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

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.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
I
Investigative

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Achievement
Knowledge

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value active listening?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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