Fashion Merchandising
AS Degree Fashion · Mt. San Antonio College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Business Division
Consumer Sciences & Design Technology Department
The Associates Degree in Fashion Merchandising is designed to prepare students for entry-level careers in the apparel industry in Southern California. This Associate’s Degree program also offers student’s courses specializing in apparel retailing, fashion marketing, textiles, technical drawing, and merchandising. The courses emphasize the business of fashion, wholesale merchandise planning, product development, pricing, and apparel branding targeting specific markets. Upon completion of the program, students will be able to develop marketing strategies, create promotional campaigns, understand the buying process, and analyze retail businesses. Entry-level employment opportunities available after completion of this program may include retail sales, small store merchandising, and wholesaling.
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| FASH 8 | Introduction to Fashion | 3 |
| FASH 9 | History of Western World Fashion | 3 |
| orFASH 57 | Fashion Retailing and Production Technologies | |
| FASH 10 | Clothing Construction I | 3 |
| FASH 14 | Dress, Culture, and Identity | 3 |
| FASH 17 | Textiles | 3 |
| FASH 25 | Fashion Digital Illustration and Design | 3 |
| FASH 59 | Fashion Retailing | 3 |
| FASH 62 | Retail Buying and Merchandising | 4 |
| FASH 63 | Fashion Promotion | 3 |
| Total Units | 28 | |
Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Analyze the marketing and promotional techniques of fashion and apparel companies.
- Demonstrate their understanding of the fashion industry trend research process.
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