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2023-04-15 | - |
2023-04-22 | - |
2023-04-29 | - |
2023-05-06 | - |
2023-05-13 | - |
2023-05-20 | - |
2023-05-27 | - |
2023-06-10 | - |
Program Overview
This certificate program empowers fashion professionals with data literacy and analytical skills to drive sustainability initiatives. Through interactive classes, guest speakers, and an applied project, participants learn to leverage data for strategic decision-making and contribute to the industry's sustainability transformation. The program also offers transfer credit towards GCNYC's Master's of Science in Sustainable Fashion.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Course 1: The Fashion Data Landscape (April 15, 22, and 29, 2023)
- Covers data basics, the fashion data landscape, measurement tools, data ethics, motivations for using data, and debunking data myths.
- Helps participants understand the importance of data and its role in sustainability in the fashion industry.
- Course 2: Data Literacy for Decision-Making (May 6, 13, and 20, 2023)
- Teaches best practices for using data for strategic decision-making.
- Covers the practical understanding of tools available, standards in place, capabilities needed, and the importance of visualization and storytelling in leveraging data for impact outcomes.
- Includes a project in partnership with Fashion Revolution USA that leverages the methodology of the Fashion Transparency Index.
- Course 3: Applied Project in Fashion Data for Sustainability (Project kick off: May 27, 2023; Final project delivery: June 10, 2023)
- Students apply their knowledge to a tangible project outcome.
- Participants conduct independent research on a fashion brand or sustainability challenge under the guidance of a project advisor.
- Students support Fashion Revolution USA's Fashion Transparency Index or work on a unique project supporting impact at a data-led organization.
Teaching:
- Live and interactive classes via Zoom with synchronous classes.
- Guest speakers who work with data to measure sustainability and social impact specifically for the fashion industry.
- Final module of the certificate is an applied project completed under the guidance of advisors who are experts in fashion as well as data science and in partnership with Fashion Revolution USA.
Careers:
- Provides knowledge and skills to make better sustainability decisions on the job.
- Students who complete the certificate and enroll in GCNYC's Master's of Science in Sustainable Fashion will receive transfer credit towards this degree.
Glasgow Caledonian New York College (GCNYC)
Overview:
Glasgow Caledonian New York College (GCNYC) is a graduate-only institution focused on sustainability and social impact. It offers Master of Science degrees designed to equip students with the skills to drive positive change across industries. GCNYC is now affiliated with IE University, a globally renowned institution for social impact in business and ESG education.