Fashion Design Merchandising Associates in Science Degree Program
San Mateo , United States
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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Foundation
Major
Fashion Design | Fashion Merchandising
Area of study
Arts
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Fashion Merchandising program combines creative and business skills, preparing students for careers in the retail sector. Core courses cover design principles, textiles, and industry fundamentals, while additional coursework and electives provide a well-rounded education. Graduates are equipped with the analytical, communication, and visual abilities necessary for success in roles such as Visual Merchandise Manager, Buyer, and Sales Manager.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Fashion merchandising combines creative and business skills, requiring analytical, communication, and visual abilities.
- As the retail sector diversifies with multiple channels, there is a growing demand for merchandisers.
Outline:
- Core Courses (18 units):
- FASH 100: Principles of Design
- FASH 113: Textiles
- FASH 123: Introduction to the Fashion Industry
- FASH 151: Fashion Merchandising
- FASH 225: Apparel Analysis
- FASH 226: Visual Merchandising and Display
- Additional General Education coursework and electives:
Careers:
- A sample of career opportunities in the retail sector includes:
- Visual Merchandise Manager
- Visual Display Manager
- Promotions Manager
- Sales Manager
- Account Specialist
- Buyer
- Merchandise Manager
- Public Relations Manager
- Sales Associate
- Sales Representative
- Account Manager
- Point of Purchase Representative
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About University
San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley
Overview:
San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) is a group of three community colleges located in San Mateo County, California: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. SMCSV offers both in-person and online study options for international students.
Services Offered:
In-person study:
Students can choose to study at any of the three colleges.Online study:
The Global Online Learning Program allows students to study online from outside the US.Academic advising:
Dedicated international counselors provide one-on-one academic advising.Homestay program:
A dedicated housing coordinator assists with finding suitable homestay options.Scholarships:
Over 50 institutional scholarships are available for all students.Internship opportunities:
Students can access internship opportunities in Silicon Valley.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Safe neighborhoods:
Campuses are located in safe neighborhoods.Close to major cities:
Students have easy access to San Francisco and San Jose.Campus resources:
Students have access to learning centers, writing centers, and other resources.Key Reasons to Study There:
University transfer:
SMCSV has over 140 partner universities for transfer.Top-ranked colleges:
SMCSV colleges are consistently ranked highly.First-rate STEM education:
SMCSV offers strong STEM programs.Silicon Valley location:
Students have access to internship opportunities in the tech hub.Early class registration:
International students receive priority registration.Academic Programs:
Other:
English language requirements:
Students need to meet a minimum English proficiency level (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85).Unit requirements:
In-person study requires a minimum of 12 units, while online study has no unit requirement.Start dates:
Programs start in Fall (August), Spring (January), or Summer (June). Summer admission is only for transfer and change of status students.Total programs
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