Melding marketing, business, and fashion.
Fashion studies and retail merchandising is the perfect major for students who would like to spend their career in one of many roles in the dynamic, ever-changing fashion industry. Careers such as store or department manager, buyer or visual merchandiser are typical. Students in apparel merchandising acquire a broad knowledge of people and their behavior, an understanding of the world at large and knowledge related to the design and supply chain processes, industry regulations and terminology, business theories and what goes into the development and promotion of profitable products.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Are a people person.
- Are imaginative and creative.
- Have strong organizational skills.
- Are a good oral, written, and visual communicator.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Store or department manager
- Buyer
- Visual merchandiser
- Product developer
- Inventory control analyst
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- Target
- Chico's
- Scheels
- The Limited
- White House Black Market
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- Nordstrom
- Anthropologie
- Target
- Banana Republic
- The Buckle
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Apparel Merchandising Association
Suggested Certificates
New Product and Venture Development Certificate (Undergraduate)
Graphic Design Certificate (Undergraduate)
Suggested Minors
Accounting Minor
Marketing Minor
Management Minor
Leadership Minor
Events and Facilities Administration Minor
Still Undecided?
If you are uncertain about your major and have questions about career planning, you are not alone. Choosing a major or career can be a very difficult decision. We're here to help.
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