Program: Apparel Merchandising and Interior Design - South Dakota State University

2006-2008 Graduate Catalog

Apr 09, 2025

Masters students learn to use data for insight, improvement, and innovation. Their preparation makes them more aware, flexible, and proactive toward rapidly changing consumer profiles so that they will deliver an improved customer experience.

Courses offered in Merchandising support the Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences degree program at South Dakota State University. Students enrolled in the degree program will develop an enhanced understanding of the global retail environment and their own leadership potential. The Merchandising specialization has been developed by faculty from the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (Great Plains IDEA). Courses are entirely internet-based and are taught by faculty within the Alliance (Colorado State University, Kansas State University, North Dakota State University, Oklahoma State University, and South Dakota State University).

Master’s Specialization

Students are required to complete 36 credit hours including:

Certificate

For current information on both options, refer to the Great Plains IDEA Merchandising Master’s at http://gpidea.sdstate.edu/GPIdeaMer.htm.

Students can also earn a certificate in Merchandising by completing 12 credit hours as follows:

Additional Admission Requirements

The Department requires all applicants to submit a current resume and short (2-3 pages) essay indicating professional goals and how completion of a master’s degree will assist in meeting these goals. This statement will be used for two purposes: first, to assess the fit between the student’s educational/career goals and the academic program; and second, to assess the student’s written communication skills. Refer to College of Family and Consumer Sciences section for specific details.

General Requirements (Master’s Degree)

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

See Master’s Degree Requirements.