Fashion Merchandising

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

A woman sorting through clothes in a clothing store, sitting on the floor next to open boxes and surrounded by racks of garments.

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Overview

Learn the business and operations of the ever-evolving fashion industry for a career as stylist, merchandiser, marketer or buyer.

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	2-3 years
Hours	N/A
Delivery	N/A
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates

What to expect

Theory examinations
Practical, hands-on assignments
Lectures and seminars
Videos and demonstrations
Computer work
Independent learning
Student presentations
Individual and group projects
Research assignments

What you will learn

Navigate a variety of real-world business environments
Demonstrate familiarity with fashion merchandising industry standards
Communicate effectively among various stakeholders in diverse areas of the industry
Connect merchandise to the consumer
Identify and apply trends to target markets
Discover and define an aesthetic viewpoint

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

Participants must complete the program within three years.

Admission Requirement

Program-specific

English 12 with a passing grade, or equivalent

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

Imagination and creative talent
A good sense of colour and aesthetics
An identifiable personal style
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Good computer skills and working knowledge of social media
The ability to work well with a wide variety of people
The ability to synthesize information and develop innovative ideas

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
FASH 1176	Merchandising Fashion	2.5
FASH 1408	Fashion Styling	2.5
FASH 1405	Fashion Marketing & Promotion	2.5
FASH 1401	Fashion Retail Management	2.5
FASH 1402	Fashion Buying	2.5
FASH 1204	Fashion Forecasting	2.5
FASH 2201	Textiles	2.5
FASH 1301	History of Fashion	2.5
Total Credits		20

This guide is intended as a general guideline only. The college reserves the right to make changes as appropriate.

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Technical requirement

General technology requirements for online learning

How to Apply

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Mail

Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5

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