Program Length: 360 contact hours

Prerequisites: There are two sets of prerequisites that must be satisfied for admittance into the CRA program:

• Incoming students must submit a copy of an accredited college transcript showing a passing grade in College Algebra and English Composition I or have a passing grade on the placement test. For more information, email retail@nwacc.edu or call 479-619-4116
• Incoming students must complete or show proof of completion of CRA Intro to MS Office and Advanced Excel & Database Management prior to being admitted into the core program.

Note: In lieu of the MS Office prerequisite, an incoming student may choose to show successful completion of CISQ 1103 or MS Certiport within the last 3 years OR incoming students with an advanced degree and practical MS Office experience (college projects, internships, work) may be eligible to apply Life Learning Experiences in lieu of the MS Office prerequisite.

In lieu of the Database Management prerequisite, an incoming student with an advanced degree and practical Database Management experience (college projects, internships, work) may be eligible to apply Life Learning Experiences in lieu of the Database Management prerequisite.
Curriculum Description: Combine advanced computer skills with an understanding of today’s retail analytical business strategies. This competency-based program teaches the fundamentals of retail analysis that lead to sales and market-share growth. It focuses on the development of skillsets such as technical, communication, problem solving, as well as critical and strategic thought processes to ensure student success in career endeavors. Well recognized, respected and supported in the Walmart supplier community. Local industry experts, emphasizing practical business application of day in the life analytical applications to ensure students gain the skills needed to gain employment and succeed.

Required Documents:

• College Transcript (grade of “C” or better) for College Algebra/Quantitative Reasoning and English Composition I (or higher level English or Math), or
• Accuplacer Exam with the following scores:
  • College Algebra score of 250+
  • English Composition I score of 260+

Required Courses:

• Retail Industry Foundations - 45 hrs.
• Retail Link Data Management - 45 hrs.
• Retail Supply Chain & Replenishment - 45 hrs.
• Retail Strategic Analysis - 45 hrs.
• Retail Tools Integration - 45 hrs.
• Retail Analytical Techniques - 45 hrs.

For more information, please refer to Workforce and Economic Development Certified Retail Analyst Program.