Understanding Retail Operations | Level 2

87% of unhappy customers don't complain; they just don't come back. No matter the changing landscape of retail, customer service will always be the main skill in your arsenal to leave people happier than you found them.

Course Overview

In today's competitive retail landscape, the success of a business hinges not only on the quality of its products but also on the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations. A retail operations course provides invaluable knowledge and skills that are essential for individuals aspiring to excel in the retail sector.

The course will deepen your understanding of how to meet and exceed customer expectations, as well as teach you how to use feedback to enhance your performance and promote products and services effectively.

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Is This Course Free?

This course is funded by the government's Adult Skills Fund, which means you may be able to study for free. Eligibility criteria for funding can be found below. If you are not eligible for funding, you can still purchase the course by clicking the 'Buy Now' button above.

Fully Accredited Course

This course is accredited by NCFE CACHE, a leading educational charity with over 170 years experience. NCFE is recognised by the UK Department for Education and regulated by Ofqual.

Progression Opportunities

This course would be important for job roles such as: Retail Buyer (£18,000 to £50,000) Service Assistant (£13,000 to £26,000) Estate Agent (£15,000 to £40,000)

How Long is the Course?

The duration of this course is seven weeks. We refer to our online courses as 'flexible learning' because they're designed to be completed around your work and home life commitments. All deadlines for your course will be shown in your online course platform once you are enrolled to help keep you on track.

What will I learn?

This course is made up of four units:

Learn to deliver excellent customer service
Increase awareness of understanding and meeting customers’ needs
Giving a great customer experience
Learn from feedback and promote products and services

Eligibility Criteria

This course is government funded, you must meet the following criteria to be able to study for free:

You must currently live in England
You must have been resident in the UK/EU for 3+ years, for purposes other than study
You must be over the age of 19
You must not be on an apprenticeship

There is a £125 cancellation fee if you enrol and do not complete or withdraw from the course. This fee is to cover administration costs.

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>1m people are employed by the UK's 'big four' supermarkets

£325b a year is turned over annually in the UK retail sector

61% consumers would avoid a company with bad customer service

81% of the UK population made an online purchase in 2021

Studying made simple!

We don't like to make things more complicated than they need to be... Our courses are designed to be flexible around your work and family life.

Step 1

Submit your enrolment form

You'll get instant access to begin your course

Step 2

We'll start processing your funding application

A tutor will be assigned to support you through your course, they can be contacted via phone, text or email

Step 3

You'll receive text reminders when your work is due

Your work will be marked by your Tutor and returned to you within 7 days.

Step 4

Submit your work

Once you've finished your course, we'll apply for your certificate. This will be posted to your home address within 6 months of completing your course.

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