Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
WALM-0197
Version:
1
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
5 days
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 1 Marketing
Competency Framework Statement
Lightcast Skills Supply Chain
Lightcast Skills Retail Sales
Lightcast Skills Retail Operations
Lightcast Skills Problem Solving
Lightcast Skills Communications
Lightcast Skills Marketing
Lightcast Skills Merchandising
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to reduce time to proficiency for new to role merchandising associates through an immersive learning experience.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations for optimizing assortment execution based on findings
  • Articulate and commit to how they fit into the strategy of Walmart Inc, Merchandising, their SBU, department, and their role
  • Develop proficiency in analyzing retail data and creating impactful visualizations to inform decision-making
  • Work with internal and external suppliers to solve problems and improve products
  • Improve the customer experience by creating a seamless and enjoyable experience for customers
  • Craft compelling merchandising stories that advocate for the customer and drive sales

General Topics:

  • Customer Experience
  • Omnichannel Strategy
  • Strategic Relationships
  • Data Analysis and Visualization
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Other
  • capstone
Supplemental Materials
Equivalencies