Certificate - International Fashion Management
- 1 year
- Duration
- 18,336 CAD
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Certificate
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Toronto / Canada
- Location
Program description
Whether you're a committed learner or an experienced professional in the field, the one-year graduate certificate program in International Fashion Management will improve your abilities in the global garment market. This program is ideal if you have a keen interest in the global garment industry.
The fashion sector has more potential to grow internationally as new communication technologies increase global connectivity, offering a wide range of job options.
Explore the economic, legal, and cultural aspects that affect international trade policies as you delve into the dynamics of global trade. The course improves your understanding of supply chain management, global marketing, logistics, and business processes as they apply to the global fashion industry. With its blend of analytical and managerial abilities, as well as its understanding of global economics and culture, this curriculum is your key to success in the global apparel market.
Program structure
Semester 1
- International Trade and Economics
- Global Logistics and Resources I
- Communication Across Cultures
- International Trade Agreements and Business Law
- Business Math and Statistics
- World of Fashion
Semester 2
- Business Research Methods
- Apparel Brand Licensing Agreements
- Global Marketing
- Project Management
- Global Logistics and Resources II
- Field Education Experience (May to August – 160 hours)
- Field Education Preparation
Price
Base tuition fee (for two semesters - 1 year):
- 18,336 CAD for international students
Additional fees:
- Application Fee - 110 CAD
- Incidental Fees (student ID, student association membership, etc) - 2,000 CAD
- Mandatory Health Insurance - 790 CAD for 1 year coverage
Requirements for applicants
Admission Requirements
- Diploma or bachelor's degree in business or fashion with a minimum program grade point average of 2.7.
OR
- Diploma or bachelor's degree with a minimum program GPA of 2.7 AND three years of directly related career experience (resumé required). Preference will be given to applicants who have some academic background in economics, marketing and logistics.
Please note:
- Applicants without a background in Canadian fashion or business may be required to take an introductory course in these subjects as a condition of acceptance.
- Applicants without a Canadian fashion background in a variety of fashion related disciplines will be required to take FASH 1082 World of Fashion in semester 1. If this is a requirement, you will be advised of this in your OFFER letter.
- Applicants without a business background will be advised to take a preparatory business course prior to start of class. Applicants who are recommended to take this course will be contacted by the Fashion department.
English language proficiency
- George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program - Level 8;
- IELTS (Academic) - 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band;
- TOEFL - 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band;
- Duolingo English Test - 105;
- MELAB - 80;
- PTE (Academic) - 54, overall minimum, 50 in each skill band;
- CAEL - 60 (overall);
- Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) - 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162).
About the university
George Brown College opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students.
Since then, full-time student population has grown to more than 30,000. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country and the world to develop the skills and gain the real-world experience needed to succeed in the workplace. Since 2004, under current President Anne Sado’s leadership, George Brown has more than doubled in size, broadened international partnerships and increased commitment to strengthening the cultural, economic and social fabric of Toronto.
About George Brown College
The college located in Toronto, Canada. It has three campuses - Casa Loma, St.James, Waterfront, other locations where students attend classes and Student Residence.
George Brown College educates a blend of theory and hands-on experience, prioritizes real-world learning and provides students with opportunities to work alongside industry professionals in applied research and fields education opportunities. Its industry partnerships mean students get the latest trends and tech they can expect in the field. The college offers 170 programs in 7 centers. They include Art, Design and Infromation technology, Business, Community Services and early childhood, Construction and Engineering technologies, Health Sciences, Hospitality and Culinary arts, Preparatory and liberal studies.
Experiental and work-integrated learning oportunities are availabale to students to take part in.
6 reasons to study at George Brown
- Study in Downtown Toronto
- Hands-on, real world experience
- Infromed by industry
- Expert instructors
- Applied research
- Promoting enterpreneurship
