Background
This Certificate Programme in Apparel Merchandising gives you in-depth theoretical as well as practical knowledge related to the Apparel Industry and Apparel Merchandising process. This program will provide relevant knowledge and skill to the field of apparel merchandising such skills required for merchandising, fundamentals of textiles, sourcing and buying, merchandising, planning and management. This programme aims to constructively provide detailed knowledge about the apparel industry information to the learners as it is in very high demand due to the new fashion trends. The apparel merchandising industries have various opportunities for the young generation as their career objectives to utilize their skills.
Programme Objectives
The programme attempts to integrate knowledge and skills in the field of merchandising. Following are the programme objectives:
To create a professional programme for the youth so that their talents can be promoted for one of the fastest growing industry;
To develop human resources for apparel industry;
To provide conceptual and practical training to aspiring merchandisers;
To supplement with professional education and training for merchandisers who are employed;
To provide income generating opportunities to the people, especially women who wish to work as merchandisers from home leading to entrepreneurship; and
To create an option for people who aspire to switch their career towards the apparel industry
Medium of Instruction
English
Target Group
Those who have cleared 10+2 examination from any disciplinary stream.
Whether learners are preparing to enter this profession, preparing for their advancement within the apparel industry, preparing to start their own entrepreneurial venture, preparing for certification as a professional or it is the youth who want to build their skills and utilize their creativity in the apparel and fashion field, this certificate programme will provide comprehensive knowledge of the competencies.
Eligibility
Those who have cleared 10+2 examination from any disciplinary stream.
Duration
6 Months (Minimum), and 2 Years (Maximum)