MBA in Retail Management
Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences (SUAS), Indore—ranked 2nd in the Skill University category by NIRF India Rankings 2025—is committed to creating leaders who excel in today’s competitive world. To achieve this, SUAS offers SKILL-CAT, a unique skill-based entrance exam designed for students who aspire to lead with confidence and competence.
Unlike traditional tests that focus only on theoretical knowledge, SKILL-CAT evaluates what truly matters in the modern business landscape—practical aptitude, analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and leadership potential. This exam ensures that candidates are not just academically strong but also equipped with the skills that industries demand.
By clearing SKILL-CAT, you open doors to an industry-ready MBA program that blends academic rigor with real-world exposure, internships, and hands-on learning. It’s your first step toward becoming a future-ready professional who can innovate, adapt, and lead in a dynamic global environment.
Take the leap today—because leadership starts with the right skills.
The MBA (Retail Management) program includes a thorough study of business management with a special focus on marketing and modern retail. In line with its aim of skilling India and providing quality education, Symbiosis Indore offers an MBA-Retail Marketing with a special focus on the high-growth sectors of Retail and E-Commerce. This program trains students in advanced concepts and skills necessary to succeed in today’s highly competitive retail and marketing domain.
There is special emphasis on critical areas such as e-commerce applications, retailing, data analytics, and network. The School of Retail Management prominently focuses on industry-oriented skill-based training. Students are trained in the latest marketing techniques that provide great opportunities for growth, learning, and innovation. They are encouraged to ‘think out of the box’ and adopt innovative ways to develop future business strategies.
The involvement of retail and marketing club students in various events, industry visits, expert sessions, and MoUs with top-notch companies acts as a catalyst in preparing industry-oriented retail and marketing managers. The program acquaints students with all aspects of marketing and enables them to evaluate the retail and e-commerce industries, along with major specializations.
To ensure industry readiness, the MBA-Retail and Marketing curriculum is mapped with relevant job roles proposed by the sector skill council. Specific credits are allotted for the skill-based education system, allowing students to earn credits for skill classes. The university also maintains long associations and MoUs with reputed corporates and industries.
This program trains students on the major concepts essential for success in today’s competitive retail and marketing domain, with special focus on e-commerce applications, retailing, and data analytics.
Program Structure
| Retail Operations & Store Management |
| Product & Brand Management |
| Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
| Retail Analytics |
| Visual Merchandising & Store Planning |
| Market Research |
| Career Advancement Skills |
| IDSC Open Elective |
| Internship |
| Marketing Management |
| Accounting for Managers |
| Essentials of Retail Management |
| Integrated Marketing Communication |
| Managerial Economics |
| Consumer Behaviour |
| Innovation, Leadership & Design Thinking |
| IDSC Open Elective |
| Final Internship |
| IDSC Open Elective |
| Retail Buying & Merchandising |
| Operations Research |
| Customer Experience Management |
| Retail Sales Management |
| Essentials and Applications of E-Commerce |
| Retail Information System |
| Advanced Analytics |
| IDSC Open Elective |
The MBA in Retail Management at SUAS Indore equips students with specialized skills in retail, e-commerce, digital marketing, and data analytics, preparing them to thrive in today’s competitive business environment. With strong industry collaborations, practical exposure, and a skill-based curriculum, the program ensures students graduate as confident, innovative, and industry-ready professionals.
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