Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management program is a two-year course for juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in a fashion-related or retail management position.
The Fashion Merchandising and Retail Management program provides core skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level employment in a fashion or retail career field. Students learn the fundamentals of business including customer service, buying and selling, marketing, product display, merchandising and achieving a profit. They also learn aspects of project and human resources management in order to obtain a holistic understanding of the retail industry.
The second year program builds on these skills by establishing a work site internship where students apply their knowledge on-the-job.
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE FASHION MERCHANDISING AND RETAIL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM WILL LEARN THE FOLLOWING DURING A TWO-YEAR PROGRAM:
- Safety skills
- Professionalism skills development
- Fundamental marketing skills
- Leadership skills development
- Customer Service
- Buying, selling and store promotions
- Store budgeting and operations
- Fundamentals of merchandising and visual display
- Fashion industry terminology
- Project management
- Retail management
- Post-Secondary Opportunities
- Fashion and Retail Career Opportunities and Job Search Skills
- Internship Opportunities
- Portfolio Development
- Writing Literacy skills
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
- 3 High School credits per year
- Competency Certificate
- Leadership opportunities
- Preparation for next level of education/training
- Internship opportunities
- Opportunity for scholarships
ORGANIZATIONS:
Possible enrollment in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION:
- Work Readiness Credential
PREREQUISITES:
- Reading at 10th grade level
- Passed Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1
- Excellent high school attendance record
- Must provide own transportation to internship sites and provide current car insurance
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Speech or communication classes recommended
- Able to pass background check may be necessary depending on internship placement
Note:
Upon acceptance into the program, student and parent/guardian must participate in the Orientation/Interview at the Skills Center.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
- Small Business Owner
- Sales Associate
- Special Events Coordinator
- Buyer/Sales Representative
- Store Manager
- Management Trainee
- Marketing Representative
- Human Resources
- Visual Merchandiser
- Merchandising Specialist
- Product Demonstrator
- Merchandise Marketer
- Fashion Design Office Assistant
- Apparel Industry Management