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What You Need |
 | To be a retail or wholesale buyer, you need a high school diploma and usually a university degree or college diploma in business, marketing or a related program. |
| You also need previous work experience in a retail or wholesale establishment. |
| You must have supervisory experience to become a supervisor or senior buyer. |
| You may specialize in a particular merchandise line through experience or product-based training courses. |
| With additional experience or training, you may move up the ranks to become a manager. |
| Most recent entrants have a community college diploma, and almost 2 in 5 have an undergraduate university degree. |
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Required/Related Educational Programs* |
* These educational programs are listed in the order in which they are most likely to supply graduates to this occupation.
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