This business education program is recognized by leading retailers across the nation. The curriculum meets the education requirements of the retail industry and is relevant to all areas of retail and business.
Recognized as a part of the White House's Upskill Initiative and leading organizations including the Clinton Global Initiative, ACT Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Labor, the certificate is also endorsed by the Western Association of Food Chains and the Food Marketing Institute.
ATCC offers a dual certificate: ATCC's certificate as well as an industry-endorsed External Website: Retail Management Certificate in partnership with over 7500 leading retailers.
The Minnesota Grocers Association Carts to Careers program may offset a portion of your tuition, even if your employer is not a member of the Minnesota Grocers Association.
The Retail Management Certificate program is covered for eligible Douglas County residents under the RAISE grant initiative. More info »
Eligible residents must live in Douglas County, MN, be unemployed or underemployed (adjusted gross income of $50,000 or $100,000 if married filing jointly), and have graduated high school or obtained their GED prior to 1/1/2020.
Students from outside Minnesota who are interested in taking this program online should verify that the program is recognized in their home state.