Fashion Buying and Merchandising, Short Course | Part time online | University of the Arts London (UAL) | United Kingdom
4 days
Duration
300 GBP/full
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About

In this Fashion Buying and Merchandising short course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) you will learn the skills used by fashion buyers and merchandisers to achieve business results on the high street. Ideal if you are considering a career in buying and merchandising.

Overview

About the course

Who decides what we are wearing next season? How do the products arrive in stores? Why are some retailers successful and others are not? This is all down to the fashion buyers and merchandisers, the main drivers of any retail business and very influential decision-makers.

This online Fashion Buying and Merchandising course at the University of the Arts London (UAL) will give you a unique insight into industry practices, through real case studies and practical projects.

Programme Structure

Topics covered:
  • The role of the fashion buyer
  • Major fashion retail brands
  • Roles and responsibilities of retail fashion buyers and merchandisers
  • Trade fairs, ready-to-wear and couture shows
  • Trend prediction and seasons
  • Fabric and styling terminology
  • Numeracy and competitor shopping skills
  • Fashion supply chains

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 4 days

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

To take part in the Online sessions you will need:

  • An up-to-date web browser (we recommend Chrome)
  • Microphone and headphones (a headset with a microphone function is recommended. The built-in microphone in your device would also be fine)
  • Webcam
  • Strong Internet connection - we recommend a minimum of 2 Mbps download, and 1 Mbps upload, faster if possible.
The projects you'll be asked to undertake involve mathematical formulae therefore it's essential you have an understanding of maths to GCSE level C or equivalent.

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees
  • International

    300 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 300 GBP for the full programme during 4 days.
  • National

    300 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 300 GBP for the full programme during 4 days.

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