Last Updated: 26 Feb 2026
Higher Nitec in Retail & Online Business (2 Years)
A Retail Associate plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between traditional brick-and-mortar retail and the digital landscape. You will be trained to deliver exceptional customer service while leveraging modern technological tools to enhance the shopping experience for customers. You will support a spectrum of retail functions while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, keeping up with the latest technological advancements and using them to drive sales, improve operational efficiency to optimize the overall retail experience.
ITE College Central
ITE College West
ITE College East
Admission type: JAE, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
| College | Course code | ELR1B3-B net aggregate |
|---|---|---|
ITE College Central | V66 | 3 - 10 |
ITE College West | V76 | 3 - 10 |
ITE College East | V69 | 3 - 10 |
Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2RB and applies to all colleges.
Course details
| Field of study | Business and Services |
| Certification offered | Higher Nitec in Retail & Online Business |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
To be eligible for admission, you must have also sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics, Mathematics or Principles of Accounts | 1-8 |
| Any 1 other subject | 1-7 |
Internship
| Internship duration | 6 months |
Career prospects
Higher Nitec in Retail & Online Business graduates obtain training in digital marketing and merchandising which widen their opportunities to be employed by retail establishments for both shop front and back-end office. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Marketing Executive, E-commerce Executive, Retail Merchandiser and Retail Sales Executive.
How to register
Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)
You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.