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MSc Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management

MSc Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

OCT-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Merchandising Retail Buying Fashion Retailing Management (General)

Course Summary

This programme provides an opportunity for you to develop specialist knowledge of fashion buying and merchandising from a managerial perspective and the skills required to thrive successfully within this fast-paced, competitive, global industry. To achieve this, the course takes a vocational approach with a strong academic underpinning, whilst encouraging creativity.  Industry-related briefs, supported by local and international fashion businesses, will expose students to live situations where they will make real-world decisions and learn to communicate effectively at all levels and across language barriers.  Fundamental to the programme is the development of professional, managerial and personal abilities, such as commercial awareness, financial analysis, negotiation and relationship management, all essential to success in international business.  The balance between academic underpinning and vocational partnerships facilitates the development of research and analytical skills, providing a deep understanding of technology, sustainability, ethics, finance, future markets, profit margins, pricing, sales strategies, and turnover. The MSc Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management will equip graduates with a range of key skills required to help evolve the fashion industry to become more ethically conscious, socially progressive and environmentally sustainable.

Modules

This unit exposes students to the concepts and theories of branding and the relationship between brands, consumers and culture. It focuses on brands? marketing and design related strategies to communicate and connect with consumers within mainstream and niche cultures.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,600

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,000

Entry requirements

A minimum of 2:2 Honours degree is required. Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University is a modern institution that cares deeply about offering students a vibrant, supportive community to learn. Over 8,000 students have studied at Manchester Met for a postgraduate qualification, with excellent results. The university has four faculties – Business and Law, Arts and Humanities, Health and Education, and Science and Engineering. Each is led by an expert team who are passionate about developing...more

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