Essential Guide to the Fashion Business Short Course

Course description

You'll take a brief look at the key players within the industry and their operations. You'll also look at how trends develop, manufacturing options, fashion marketing and fashion retailing, all reinforced with practical case studies and examples within the fashion and retail industry.

The course includes:

• A history of fashion business structure and where it is now
• A look at how fashion is designed and developed
• Different types of retailers
• Buying and manufacturing methods
• Marketing and PR
• The career and business opportunities available in the industry

The course provides an excellent opportunity for non-fashion professionals to gain knowledge to kick start their career or business in the fashion world.

Who should attend?

Beginners. You should have an interest in the subject area and a desire to learn but no previous experience is required.

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and over.

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
• New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way thats crystal clear and easy to understand.
• Experience life on campus
• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
• Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time

A certificate of completion:

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it!
• As long as you attend a minimum of 80% of your classes, we will provide you with a certificate of attendance.
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience!
• Certificates are great to compliment your cv.