Fashion Merchandising and Buying

Fashion Merchandising and Buying 

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and real-world practices of fashion merchandising and buying. Students will learn to navigate the tensions between creative intuition and analytical decision-making, planning and execution, and global versus local considerations. Through the lens of the Buying Cycle, students will explore how to select the right products, at the right time and price, to maximize both customer satisfaction and profitability. The course prepares students to make informed buying decisions in today’s dynamic retail environment.

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Outcomes:

The course aims to impart on students a sufficient working knowledge of the Merchandising Cycle, particularly at the buying stage.

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Schedule:

Fashion Merchandising and Buying - A (FACE TO FACE)

Tuesday |  12:00 PM - 3:00 PM  | August 25, 2026 - January 5, 2027

Fashion Merchandising and Buying - B (ONLINE)

Tuesday | (Synchronous) 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | (Asynchronous) 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | August 25, 2026 - January 5, 2027 

NOTE: Class schedules may change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will be in touch with enrolled students for any updates or changes to this class schedule.

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COURSE OUTLINE

Week 1: Context Of Fashion Merchandising And Buying

Week 2: Fashion As A Business

Week 3: The Science And Art Of Merchandising And Buying

Week 4: Understanding The Buying Cycle

Week 5: Merchandising In Manufacturing

Week 6: Merchandising Calendar

Week 7: Studying Customer Demand

Week 8: Global Sourcing

Week 9: Midterms Part 1

Week 10: Midterms Part 2

Week 11: Merchandising Mix

Week 12: Pricing The Merchadise

Week 13: Product Sourcing 

Week 14: The Store Line Part I

Week 15: The Store Line Part Ii

Week 16: Inventory Management

Week 17: Consultation For Finals

Week 18: Finals

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Payment Terms: