About us

Our mission is to empower retail professionals

The ARA Retail Institute is the leading national body providing for the education, consulting and professional development needs of the Australian retail industry. The ARA Retail Institute specialises in education and consulting on a broad range of topics, including retail buying, financials, visual merchandising, marketing, operations, digital and sales and service strategy.​
The ARA Retail Institute houses a suite of both accredited and non-accredited training solutions; from the Diploma of Retail Merchandise Management to customised in-house training programs. This suite provides a diverse and flexible range of education products to suit industry needs.

The ARA Retail Institute is known for:
  • The Most recognised national retail training provider in the Australian market.
  • Extensive suite of specialist retail programs with flexible delivery options.
  • Delivering quality services for all tiers of business within the retail environment.
  • Ensuring currency to industry retail requirements.
  • Retailers developing Retailers – a collaboration with our industry.
  • Specialist local talent in all states and regions nationally.
  • Flexibility in delivery modes and a high level of customisation.
  • Credible partner to leading Australasian retail groups, property groups and government.

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