Apparel Industry Management
A strategy for success
Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a great idea into a successful apparel business? Whether it's a clothing line, new company, or the latest must-have label, evolving from the initial concept to the final style or silhouette requires an intriguing mix of style savvy and business know-how. With the right skills, burgeoning fashion entrepreneurs have the opportunity to become industry visionaries. You could be next.
What Our Students Learn
In our program students learn the skills to:
- Create a cohesive apparel collection.
- Select appropriate fabrics for the needs of the target market and garment functionality.
- Develop innovative apparel products.
- Make key tactical supply chain decisions.
- Manage a team effectively.
- Utilize state-of-the-fashion-industry technology.
- Navigate the global marketplace.
- Research and predict trends.
- Develop global sourcing strategies.
- Write a comprehensive business plan.
Why FIDM?
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FIDM's 12,000 square foot Fashion District loft simulates an apparel production facility, so students learn in an environment and with technology that is true to the industry.
The program teaches all phases of product innovation and line development.
"I met a lot of great people–definitely lots of connections in the industry. I also learned all the different fashion industry terms and learned what actually goes into making a garment – every process from inspiration to the very end. It was super helpful."
-- Andrea Hamilton, Owner of Agent Icon.
A Closer Look
The Apparel Industry Management Program is designed to prepare students for eventual ownership and/or management of a global fashion manufacturing company. This applied learner-centered program involves the student in all phases of product innovation, line development, global sourcing, production planning, technology use, sales management, financial control, and global human resources management. The curriculum stresses the importance of leadership, teamwork, creativity, and effective communication in decision-making from the visionary development of the initial concept to the delivery of the finished product.
The curriculum covers all global perspectives of designing, costing, production planning, line development, textile testing, and other applications in the apparel industry. Career opportunities are exploding as companies adapt new technology to methods that have been used for generations. FIDM's program prepares graduates to meet the global demand for highly skilled technicians and management personnel able to bridge the old with the new in this dynamic field. Students in this major may apply for an Advanced Study program in International Manufacturing & Product Development, Advanced Fashion Design, and Footwear Design, as well as the Bachelor of Science in Business Management program.
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