Overview

Our Merchandising Online program at University of North Texas has a 30-hour non-thesis option for students preparing to become professional leaders in global industry and a 33-hour research-focused option for those planning to be scholars in higher education.

Effective leaders are developed through core competencies including solving complex problems, generating new knowledge, communicating effectively, and creating new product and business strategies. Graduate coursework in research methods, research applications, merchandising strategies, international sourcing, and consumer theory prepares students for careers in industry or higher education.

Program Learning Objectives

Upon graduating with a Master of Science in Merchandising, students will be able to:

Demonstrate, apply, and assess knowledge of theoretical constructs pertaining to the retail industry.
Demonstrate the principles of critical thinking and decision-making when evaluating complex issues within the merchandising arena.
Identify technical aspects of the retail industry.
Apply the processes involved in merchandising/retailing/digital retailing research.
Demonstrate professionalism, communication, and leadership skills needed for (1) managerial positions in the retail industry, and/or (2) advancement toward a terminal degree.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Human Capital Development in Merchandising and Hospitality Management

Promotional Strategies

Managing Customer Experiences

Service Excellence

Digital Optimization

Seminar in Various Areas of Concentration (may be repeated for credit as topics vary)

Teaching Practicum in Merchandising and Hospitality Management

Legal and Regulatory Aspects of Merchandising and Hospitality Management

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-33

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Denton, United States

Disciplines

Fashion, Textiles and Luxury Goods Fashion Design View 15 other Masters in Fashion Design in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the Apply Texas application with the application fee paid.

Submit transcripts for all college courses taken.

Submit English Proficiency and other required documents as required for International applicants.

Submit resume, names of the three references (include their complete contact information) and statement of purpose to Department Coordinator.

NO GMAT/GRE scores are required.

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

22140 USD / year

≈ 22140 USD / year
Out-of-State

21910 USD / year

≈ 21910 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12190 USD / year

≈ 12190 USD / year

Additional Details

$$13.6K-$15K Estimated TX Resident Tuition & Fees

Funding

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Program Learning Objectives

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Additional Details

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