Description

Certification Name: Certified Fashion Retail Merchandiser

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/AT/CFRM/V1

Duration: One Month.

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent is required.

Objective: The objective of the Certified Fashion Retail Merchandiser course is to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, manage, and optimize merchandising activities within fashion retail environments. The course covers merchandise planning, inventory management, product assortment, pricing strategies, supplier coordination, visual merchandising basics, and sales analysis.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

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Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

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Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Fashion Retail Merchandising: Overview of Fashion Retail Merchandising, Key Responsibilities and Skills of a Retail Merchandiser, Understanding Fashion Retail Models (Brick-and-Mortar, E-commerce, Omni-channel), The Role of Merchandising in Enhancing Retail Sales, Market Trends and Consumer Behavior in Fashion Retail, The Relationship Between Merchandising and Fashion Brand Strategy.

Module 2: Product Selection and Assortment Planning: Understanding the Importance of Product Assortment in Fashion Retail, Developing Product Mix Based on Target Demographics, Planning Product Categories and Sub-categories (Men’s, Women’s, Kids, Accessories), Analyzing Sales Data to Curate Effective Product Assortments, Balancing Trend-driven and Classic Styles in the Assortment, Sourcing Products and Collaborating with Designers and Suppliers.

Module 3: Inventory Management and Stock Control: Techniques for Inventory Management in Fashion Retail, Managing Stock Levels and Avoiding Overstock or Stockouts, The Role of Demand Forecasting in Retail Merchandising, Inventory Turnover and Replenishment Strategies, Technology Integration (POS Systems, Inventory Management Software), Managing Seasonal and Promotional Stock for Fashion Retail.

Module 4: Visual Merchandising and Store Display: Principles of Visual Merchandising for Fashion Retail, Creating Attractive In-store Displays to Boost Sales, Using Mannequins, Signage, and Props Effectively in Fashion Displays, Planning for Seasonal and Promotional Store Setups, Displaying Products to Maximize Consumer Interest and Brand Image, Integrating Visual Merchandising with Retail Marketing Campaigns.

Module 5: Pricing, Promotions, and Sales Strategies: Developing Effective Pricing Strategies for Fashion Retail, Understanding Costing and Markup for Retail Pricing, Managing Discounts, Offers, and Promotions in Fashion Retail, Collaborating with Marketing Teams on Promotional Campaigns, Analyzing the Effectiveness of Pricing and Promotions, Managing Margins and Profitability with Sales Strategies.

Module 6: Retail Performance Analysis and Trends: Analyzing Retail Sales Performance and Key Metrics (Sales per Square Foot, Conversion Rate), Conducting Market Research and Consumer Insights for Merchandising, Forecasting Future Fashion Trends and Adjusting Merchandise Mix, Understanding Retail KPIs and Data Analysis for Decision Making, Monitoring Competitor Strategies and Market Changes, Adapting Retail Merchandising Strategies to Evolving Consumer Preferences.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

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