Merchandising and Buying Operations at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI

Business, Management & Marketing Certificate CIP 52.1802

Total Graduates

15

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

80%

12 of 15

Female Graduates

20%

3 of 15

Annual Tuition

$4,224

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Merchandising and Buying Operations

Certificate 19 grads Certificate 15 grads

Program Popularity

#2
of 3 colleges nationally
33.3%
Produces more graduates than 33.3% of colleges offering this program
99
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Merchandising and Buying Operations.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 52.1802
Program Family Business, Management & Marketing

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 15 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 80% male, 20% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

Data not available

10-Year Job Growth

0%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
N/A0%
75%
primary100% confidence

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (5)

Negotiation
Persuasion
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Active Listening

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
R
Realistic

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Negotiation
Speaking
Achievement
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value negotiation?

3

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

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • 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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