Offered at The Art Institute of Charlotte  and The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham  

Program Description

The Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Marketing & Management degree program introduces students to the use of textiles, color, and design to create visual merchandising campaigns. Students have the opportunity to explore how to develop, analyze, and implement effective sales strategies in business courses. Courses cover the use of computers for cost analysis, inventory control, and other store operations, and the basics of merchandise economics, leadership skills, manufacturing, and store planning. Many students combine the classroom experience with hands-on application through part-time jobs and internships. In addition, students have the opportunity to examine marketing promotion, buying techniques, and retail management.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in current industry technology
• Apply the many facets of marketing and be able to plan and implement strategies to accommodate change in the industry
• Demonstrate knowledge of visual merchandising as a communication tool to market merchandise to the consumer
• Apply industry standards and business concepts related to retail and fashion industries
• Seek entry-level positions in retail or wholesale sales and management, as consultants and stylists for clothing wholesalers and as manufacturers

Requirements for Graduation

Credit Hours: 90
Number of Weeks: 66 (6 quarters)
Contact Hours: 1,287