Retail Management Job/Economy Outlook

<p>Hi everyone, I am a college senior in a BSBA (bachelor of science in business administration) program at a public ACBSP accredited university. If I stay on track I will graduate fairly young at around 23 years old and no work history. My question is what should I do to prepare for a job in retail management? Should I have at least one internship before I graduate? any comments on ideal GPA or preparation? I have a Professional Certification in Retail Management from the NRF (National Retail Federation Foundation) and right around a 3.0 cumulative GPA. :\"> </p>