Retail and Consumer Sciences
Retail and Consumer Sciences • Restaurant and Food Service Management • Hotel and Tourism Management
Through a combination of classroom instruction and field-based experience, students prepare for entry-level positions in diverse occupations and for advanced education. The retail and consumer sciences major is one of the largest programs of this type in the southeast. Retailing is one of the fastest growing segments of our economy, and opportunities for employment will continue to be excellent through the 21st century.
Retail and consumer sciences provides students with knowledge of the retailing industry and the principles and theories involved in managing personnel and merchandising goods for the consumer. A business minor is built into the degree requirements. The progressive direction that this program takes provides graduates with excellent management opportunities in the retail sector.
This program requires field study experiences where students are guided by faculty in the selection of locations for on-the-job experiences related to their career area as part of their educational program. Professional contacts made in field study experiences often lead to opportunities for career placement upon graduation.
Curriculum
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Notes and Progression Requirements PDF
Progression Application
Progression
Work Requirements
Field
Experience Criteria
Contact the Department of Retail, Hospitality,
and Tourism Management
1215 W. Cumberland Ave.
110 Jessie Harris Building
Knoxville, TN 37996-1911
Email: rhtm@utk.edu
Fax: 865-974-5236
Hotel, Restaurant, & Tourism
Phone: 865-974-2141
Retail & Consumer Sciences
Phone: 865-974-2141