Description

Course Name: Certified Merchandising Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/M/CMP/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Merchandising Professional course aims to equip participants with advanced knowledge and skills in planning, developing, buying, and presenting merchandise that aligns with customer demand and organizational goals. This program covers the full merchandising cycle including product selection, vendor negotiation, pricing, forecasting, inventory planning, visual merchandising, and performance analysis.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

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 the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Merchandising: Introduction to merchandising and its scope, Types of merchandising: visual, retail, fashion, etc., Key roles and responsibilities of a merchandising manager, Relationship between buying and merchandising, Merchandising in different retail formats, Current trends in global merchandising.

Module 2: Merchandise Planning and Budgeting: Steps in merchandise planning, Assortment planning and category management, Sales forecasting and demand planning, Open-to-buy (OTB) budgeting, Merchandise financial planning and control, Seasonality and merchandise lifecycle management.

Module 3: Vendor and Supplier Management: Sourcing strategies and supplier selection, Vendor evaluation and scorecards, Negotiation techniques for merchandisers, Procurement planning and lead time analysis, Building strong supplier relationships, Compliance and ethical sourcing practices.

Module 4: Inventory Management and Allocation: Inventory classification and control techniques, Replenishment strategies and stock rotation, Allocation planning and distribution methods, Minimizing stockouts and overstock issues, Inventory turnover and stock aging analysis, Technology tools for inventory visibility.

Module 5: Visual Merchandising and Store Presentation: Principles of visual merchandising, In-store layout and planogramming, Display techniques and fixtures, Role of lighting, color, and signage, Promotional and seasonal displays, Impact of visual merchandising on consumer behavior.

Module 6: Merchandising Performance and Analytics: Key merchandising KPIs and performance metrics, Sell-through rate and gross margin return on investment (GMROI), Analyzing sales reports and dashboards, Data-driven decision making in merchandising, Use of merchandising software and ERP tools, Continuous improvement and trend adaptation in merchandising strategies.

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.

Benefits of Certification:

🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.

📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.

💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.

🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.

📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.

🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.

⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.