Economia » Distribution Management, Roberto Vona

Programma

The service industry is the dominant force in production today and retail obviously plays a leading role. Retail in its traditional, as well as more modern forms, has become the leader in an exchange system which is increasingly international and increasingly dynamic. Changes to the economy have meant that entrepreneurs in the distribution sector need to be better qualified to deal with a more international scenario as well as with new developments in computer technology. As a result, management and governance approaches in the retail industry have had to adapt quickly, in much the same way as more advanced industrial organisations and enterprises had to. As retail management has become more important, the focus of the degree program has shifted to reflect this, with subjects that look at the economies of distribution, company management, and relationships within distribution channels, or rather, relationships between industry and distribution. What is required, therefore, is a university course that looks at the theory and practice of basic management and administration in the retail industry, with reference and application to management protocols. Subjects like these help students build up a “specialist” professional profile, which will enable them to find work in the retail and manufacturing industry.