This document provides an overview of the Retail Distribution Management BUS 425 course. It outlines the course description, objectives, assignments, grading structure, and weekly schedule. The course aims to teach practical applications of retailing policies and methods through exams, group projects, article summaries and shopping assignments. It also seeks to foster critical thinking skills and an awareness of retailing career opportunities. The syllabus directs students to additional resources on the class blog and asks them to send responses to introductory questions to the instructor.