Course Overview
Level 3 Fashion Business & Retail will offer an in-depth look at the fundamental functions of the fashion industry from head office to shop floor. It will cover a wide range of subjects, helping learners to choose from multiple pathways such as:
- Buying & merchandising (supply chain)
- Communications (creative direction & journalism)
- Visual merchandising
- Management & marketing
Entry Requirements
Five GCSES grade 4 and above
Modules
- Core Modules
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Principles of Fashion Business and Retail
An introduction to the structure of a fashion retail business, and the role of each department in a brand
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Communication for Fashion Business and Retail
Develop professional communication and presentation skills in the context of fashion retail
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Critical and Contextual Awareness
Learn the history of fashion retail and the cultural, ethical and environmental influences which shape the industry
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Fashion Production and Supply Chain
Discover how garments are produced, and learn about the global supply chain and the increasing impact of new technologies
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Fashion Buying and Merchandising
An introduction to buying and merchandising. Learn how the two departments collaborate, and how they fit into the overall structure of fashion business
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Fashion Management and Marketing
Examine the structure of a retail business in greater detail. Learn the importance of customer behaviour in marketing
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Visual Merchandising for Fashion Retail
Discover how visual merchandising increases sales and profits for a brand and learn the skills needed to succeed in this area
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Collaborative Fashion Retail Project
Create and execute a fashion retail project focusing on a specific area; evaluate your own work and your classmates
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Specialist Study and Preparation for Progression in Fashion Retail
Identify which discipline you’d like to pursue by exploring your strengths and weaknesses, enthusiasms and ambitions
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Fashion Retail Environments
Explore the factors and influences affecting the industry and develop an understanding of consumers in different markets
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Fashion Futures and Sustainability
Learn about the ethical and environmental impact of the international supply chain, and explore future developments and trend
How will the student be taught and assessed?
- A range of practical and theoretical sessions
- Coursework/assignment/presentations
- The units will be merged to create project based learning and students will have the opportunity to experience working with a live brief
Why should I study Fashion Business & Retail at USP College?
- Trips/visits/guest speakers
- Tutor has industry experience
- Good links with industry
What can the student do after completing this course?
- Progression onto another course at USP College
- Careers in - Fashion Buying, Visual Merchandising, Management & Marketing, Fashion communication
- University - subjects such as buying, merchandising, communication, styling, journalism, marketing, visual merchandising, supply chain etc
Additional Costs
Trips and normal stationery items
Related Career Pathways
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