Fashion Business

Other - North East Scotland College

Course overview

This course will introduce you to the business and management side of the fashion industry, from high street to high end.

Course description

If you wish to work in the business of fashion retail, this course will give you the starting point to explore the diverse skills and employment in this competitive industry.

From introductory projects in fashion business management, buying, merchandising, range planning, and forecasting for the latest trends and styles, you will learn how the different roles in this industry come together, guiding your personal career.

What you will experience

Fashion history
Fashion merchandising
Fashion buying
Fashion forecasting and range planning
Trend investigation and colour palettes
The importance of textiles to the fashion industry
Business elements of marketing and promotion and client appreciation
Social and cultural impacts on the industry
Use of industry standard software for digital presentation

What you will need

Materials required will be advised at interview.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

This course is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme. This means that you are required to have access to your own laptop computer, netbook or similar device in class each day that you are in college.

Find out more about BYOD here

This may be funded or part-funded by a bursary, if you are eligible to receive one.

Find out more about bursaries here

Entry requirements

At least four National 5 passes, preferably including English
For those returning to education, life skills and experience may be allow entry.

Progression

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.

Education at NESCol:

Successful completion of this course can lead to the following course at North East Scotland College.