Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management

MSc — 1 Year Full-Time

Our MSc Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management 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.

This programme is accredited by The Textile Institute, the leading professional body for promoting professionalism in the textile industries. Students may fast track and apply for globally recognised professional qualifications after a shorter period of work experience and in some cases directly upon graduation.

*Note – accreditations are indicative of current agreements but these are subject to change or cancellation.

For more information on specific units, fees, assessment details and entry requirements; visit our online prospectus.


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Meet our students

Maja Homjak

MA Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management - International student, Slovenia

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Meet Our Staff

Lisa Trencher, Programme Leader, Fashion Buying and Merchandising Management MSc

“I will try to develop your interest in the fashion industry (which you have demonstrated by undertaking your degree) into a lifelong passion. I will take a collaborative approach to teaching- I love to hear your thoughts and ideas. I will push you to challenge the norm, be creative and critical in your thinking and push boundaries to identify solutions for moving the fashion industry forward. I will do this in an inclusive, fun environment were all voices and opinions are of equal importance, and peer learning is key. I hope to inspire you to find the best version of yourself and develop your confidence and employability skills so you can go into our amazing industry and enjoy a long, successful and fulfilling career.”

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