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Interiors Merchandising - Overview

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The interiors merchandising option in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at East Tennessee State University provides students with interiors product knowledge and merchandising skills necessary for diverse career opportunities within the interiors, textiles, and retailing industries. The study of interiors merchandising enables students to develop, promote, and sell products used in the design of residential and commercial interiors.

Emphasis is placed on personal and professional growth and development, written and oral communication skills, decision-making, and techniques of problem solving. Numerous opportunities are offered to set goals and effectively work with others to develop leadership skills and flexibility in the job market.

Favorable employment opportunities in interiors merchandising are found locally, nationally, and internationally. Advancement is rapid, and the successful merchandiser of interiors can find many fulfilling and lucrative career opportunities. Upon completion of the program, the student receives a Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences.

Educational Opportunities:

  • Laboratory experiences
  • Field trips
  • Seminars with professionals
  • Internships
  • Attendance at major market centers
  • Study tour of New York City; Atlanta, Georgia; High Point, North Carolina; Chicago, Illinois
Career Opportunities:
  • Entrepreneur
  • Equipment/Lighting Consultant
  • Interiors Buyer
  • Interiors Product Developer
  • Manufacturer's Representative
  • Retail Manager
  • Visual Merchandiser

Faculty Contact:
Anna Roberts, Ph.D., CFCS Professor
Ph : 423-439-7536

Helpful Links
American Society of Interior Designer
International Council of Shopping Centers
National Association of Store Fixture Manufacturers
National Retail Federation
Point-Of-Purchase Advertising Institute
The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association

Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
PO Box 70671
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN 37614-1709
Phone:423-439-7532
FAX:423-439-7539
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