Variant of CIP 2000 - NGS University-level Historical Groupings

• 9 - Other
• 99 - Programs Below University Level and Not-for-credit

52.1802 - Merchandising and Buying Operations

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to function as professional buyers of resale products and product lines for stores, chains, and other retail enterprises. These programs include courses in product evaluation, merchandising, applicable aspects of brand and consumer research, principles of purchasing, and negotiation skills.

• Example Program Names:

  • Buyer
  • Professional buyer
  • Retail buyer
  • Retail merchandising

• Exclusion

  • Music merchandising(50.0909)
  • Purchasing management(52.0202)
  • Fashion merchandising(52.1902)