About the course

The Major in Apparel and Merchandising emphasizes the study of apparel and textile design, product development and sourcing, and the promotion, distribution, and retailing of consumer goods in the global environment, while fostering awareness of cultural diversity and a commitment to social responsibility and sustainability. The program encompasses the study of the cultural/historical, economic, social/psychological, and scientific aspects of the textile and apparel industry. There are three concentrations in the major: Apparel Design and Production, Merchandising, and Product Development.

　　Learning Outcomes

　　Students will demonstrate mastery of core knowledge and skills specific to their program/concentration areas. The three concentration areas include:

　　Apparel Design and Production: core knowledge and skills include use of industry-related technology for sketching, pattern drafting, marker making, constructing, and cross-discipline knowledge and skills in conceptual design, technical production specifications communication, materials sourcing, and marketing.

　　Merchandising: core knowledge and skills include consumer behavior and market research, retailing, assortment planning, merchandise buying, sales and customer service, advertising and promotion, and cross-discipline knowledge and skills in accounting/budgeting, purchasing, management, and marketing.

　　Product Development: core knowledge and skills include market research, product design and development, prototypes, specification sheets, global sourcing, and supply chain management. Skills in this concentration are enhanced through industry-related technology. Students will be able to assess and synthesize multiple factors in creating/producing quality products, services, and design solutions. The factors will address human, design, industry and business, global, science, and technology sensitivities. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2024	Fort Collins
Fall (August), 2024	Fort Collins
Spring (January), 2025	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2025	Fort Collins
Spring (January), 2026	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2026	Fort Collins

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Colorado State University

Unofficial transcripts can be sent while high school or secondary school work is in progress. Faxed transcripts are not accepted.A personal statement is required from all freshman/first year applicants. We require one counselor OR teacher recommendation. Additional recommendations are optional.

　　TOEFL IBT: 79, TOEFL PBT:160, IELTS Academic: 6.5.

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

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