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Fashion Business / Fashion Merchandising

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The fashion industry isn't just about designing clothing; it is a business that requires people with skills in the areas of management, marketing, merchandising, sales, buying and more.

Business and management skills are essential to any fashion designer wanting to start their own label, as to be successful in this competitive world, designers must have the skills and ability to be able to take control of, understand and influence their business.

If you would like a career as a merchandiser, stylist, fashion buyer, marketing manager, fashion forecaster, fashion coordinator, fashion journalist, production manager, visual merchandiser, retail store owner or designer, then the Advanced Diploma of Fashion & Textiles Merchandising course will give you the knowledge, skills and training you need to flourish in a fashion business career.

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"I have learnt so much, gained so much confidence and found passions I never knew I had."
—Chontae, Graduate
"The coursework has allowed me to build an awesome portfolio.”
—Alison, Graduate
"AICD has offered me invaluable industry knowledge and real world experience."
—Jade, Graduate
"It has been an amazing journey — AICD has given me so many opportunities.”
—Jane, Graduate
"AICD prepared me with the knowledge to work for an esteemed industry leader.”
—Alison, Graduate
“AICD has helped me meet professionals, buyers and wholesalers, and build contacts in the industry."
—Jade, Graduate
“AICD has gone above and beyond to support me in my ventures.”
—Jessica, Graduate
"Apart from learning, the best part has been meeting new people and creating new friendships.”
—Margie, Graduate
"I couldn't be doing what I am now doing if I hadn't done the course."
—Rebecca, Graduate
"The hands on experience in classes helped prepare me for the industry."
—Zowie, Graduate
"Through AICD I obtained an internship, which was invaluable (and led to a job offer)."
—Jade, Graduate
"Couldn’t be happier learning here!"
—Melissa, Graduate
"I get a new referral every week! Thanks for the life skills, I'll never be without work again."
—Kylie, Graduate


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Full Time
MST50119 - Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising
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Fashion Business & Merchandising Distance
The Fashion Business & Merchandising Distance Course will introduce you to the business world of fashion. Understand the different facets of merchandising and how to climb the ladder and achieve success within the fashion industry. Learn about the... MORE ▸
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Visual Merchandising
Visual Merchandising is the practise of displaying retail stock in an attractive manner that encourages customers to come into the store and ultimately make purchases. The Australian Institute of Creative Design Visual Merchandising course will te... MORE ▸
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1 Day/Wk (Over 5 Weeks)
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Fashion Buying
Achieving the right merchandise mix for the store is crucial and involves more than having an eye for fashion. Learn how to formulate a buying strategy and achieve a good merchandise mix to maximise sales and profit. Learn crucial performance anal... MORE ▸
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1 day/wk over 3 weeks
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