Fashion Merchandising

Formally Fashion Design & Merchandising 

Program Purpose:

Fashion Merchandising is a comprehensive Applied Design program combining the study of design, textiles, clothing concepts and business. This program includes the study of apparel design channel distributions; historical costume as design inspiration; the business of fashion retailing; and an emphasis in visual merchandising. 

The program is designed to provide both classroom and studio work with practical work experience in area businesses. The learning experience goes beyond the classroom and may include fashion show production, fashion events, community service projects, or field trips.