Habitat for Humanity ReStores are independently owned thrift stores operated by local affiliates that accept donations and sell home improvement items to the public at a fraction of the retail price. Proceeds from ReStore operations are used to help build strength, stability, self-reliance and shelter in local communities throughout Texas and around the world. Habitat for Humanity Texas is offering a five-week Certificate of Retail Management to equip individuals to manage and operate a ReStore beginning January 31, 2022. This program is designed to prepare individuals working in the thrift retail industry in areas of supervision, marketing, finances, and business planning, encompassing several essential elements needed for effective management and communication. View the curriculum outline below to find course objectives. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a Certificate of Retail Management and 4.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from Habitat for Humanity Texas. This course benefits individuals who want to learn about retail operations, while developing leadership skills and techniques. Session Topics: Leadership Human Resources (subsection: Volunteer management) Merchandising General Finances and Budgeting (subsection: Loss prevention and safety) Marketing Instructor: Bobbie Moore, Senior Lecturer at Texas State University, has over ten years of retail experience with a wealth of knowledge regarding retail management. She has worked with JcPenny, Saks Fifth Ave, and Liz Claiborne Outlet, in addition to directing the Fashion Merchandising Career Forum. She also has fifteen years of teaching experience and is certified in online teaching! Course Format: This program is divided into five week long modules, including prerecorded lectures and assignments released on Monday, followed by live Zoom presentations and discussions on Friday from 9:00 am-12:00 pm CST. Participants have from Monday until Friday’s session to watch the lectures and complete the assignments for that week.