The Two Year Advanced Diploma in Fashion Business offers students a comprehensive education in various aspects of the fashion industry, including marketing, brand management, retail, luxury brand management, and fashion events & public relations. The programme is designed for those aspiring to work in established fashion roles or launch their own fashion-related businesses.

 

Over two years, students will gain both practical skills and theoretical knowledge through a blend of creative and business-focused modules, preparing them for a successful career in the global fashion market. Whether pursuing a corporate career or entrepreneurship, this course provides the foundation for success in the dynamic fashion industry.

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​​​Year 1 | Credits - 120

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• Fashion Merchandising

• Marketing : Brand Management

• Public Relations : Principles and Practice

• Fashion - Textile Technology

• Digital Imaging

• Advertising: Developing a Campaign

• Copywriting

• Principles of Retail Buying

• Fashion Forecasting - Research and Developement

• Fashion Range Planning

• Business Management: An Introduction

• Research Practises

• Fashion Business

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​​​Year 2 | Credits - 120

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• Production Processes in the Clothing Industry: An Introduction

• Apparel Industry: UK & Global

• Manufacturing and Sourcing

• Fashion Illustration: An Introduction

• Store Design

• Retail Corporate Image

• Managing an Event

• Preparing to start a Business

• Fashion Public Relations & Journalism

• Marketing Comms: Using Digital Media

• Fashion Business

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• Credit-based system with Ofqual-regulated UK qualification (SQA).

• The SQA qualification of the program allows students to transfer the credits they have achieved and progress to the third year at a range of international universities in UK, UAE, US & Europe, upon successful completion of the program.

• Industry projects, internships and placement support.

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities at the FAD campus, located at Dubai Design District (D3).

• D3 is home to global fashion brands, offering access to industry professionals and collaborations with the international fashion community.

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The SQA qualification of the program allows students to transfer the credits they have achieved and progress to the third year of a bachelors program at a range of international universities across UK, UAE, US & Europe, upon successful completion of the program.​

 

The Europe tour gives students an exquisite opportunity to visit some of the world’s fashion capitals - London & Milan for fashion events and guest lectures at leading fashion universities. Students achieve both a professional and an unparalleled academic experience and global industry exposure.

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12th Grade / A Level / IB Diploma or equivalent. 10th Grade / GCSE / MYP with a foundation in fashion may also be considered.

 

Advanced Diploma in Fashion Business by SQA (UK Qualification).

 

Students can pursue careers with retail chains, design houses, export houses, media houses, or as independent designers. Roles include Fashion Marketer, Buyer, PR Consultant, Brand Manager, Stylist, Event Planner, Journalist, Art Director, and Fashion Consultant, or they can start their own venture.