FDM 100 - Introduction to the Fashion Industry

    Recent Professors
    Ashley S. Higgins, Lisa C. Elston, Diane W. Nance
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    25–40 students
    Difficulty
    5.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Introduction to the development, structure, and interrelationship of the global fashion industry, including: Consumer characteristics, product design, textile and apparel production, retail merchandising, brand marketing, distribution, and promotion. An introduction to apparel business organizations, their commercial processes and career opportunities. Oral, written, and multimedia reports on current topics relevant to the fashion industry.
    Usually Held
    Thu 1:10pm–4:40pm, Wed 1:15pm–4:15pm