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Major Overview for Merchandising and Buying Operations

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Overview for Merchandising and Buying Operations

A program that prepares individuals to function as professional buyers of resale products and product lines for stores, chains, and other retail enterprises. Includes instruction in product evaluation, merchandising, applicable aspects of brand and consumer research, principles of purchasing, and negotiation skills.

Careers for Merchandising and Buying Operations Majors

A major in Merchandising and Buying Operations is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Merchandising and Buying Operations

Top 1 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Merchandising and Buying Operations among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
110
(1.4%)
Minimally Selective$17,322
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.