Fashion Merchandising Management

Summer 1: May 28 - July 1 (day classes) or July 18 (evening classes)
Summer 2: July 2 - 24

FM 114 Introduction to the Fashion Industry

3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
This survey covers the history, characteristics, and global interrelationships of all segments of the fashion industry. The course explores how fiber, textile, and apparel producers, retailers, and home furnishings companies merchandise and market their products within the industry and to the ultimate consumer.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
4603	25A	M T W	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	B304
4792	25B	M W	6:20 pm-9:10 pm	B304
6088	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-
SUMMER 2
6918	OL2	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 116 Fashion Business Practices
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
A comprehensive introduction to the modern fashion business environment. The structures, finances, management, organization, and ethical responsibilities of fashion enterprises are examined in a global context.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7753	25A	T R	6:20 pm-9:10 pm	B306
SUMMER 2
7325	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-
8119	OL2	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 117 Introduction to Fashion Marketing
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
This course focuses on the integration of fashion marketing concepts, practices and applications and facilitates the development of a marketing/merchandising plan. Through a case study approach, students analyze opportunities regarding merchandise positioning, brand imagery, targeting and segmentation of an apparel or other fashion product.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7174	25A	M T W	9:10 am-12:00 pm	B303
7366	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 213 Introduction to Direct Marketing
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114
Presents a comprehensive overview of the direct marketing industry, including its various components and career opportunities. Through the use of case studies and/or assignments, students learn strategic planning: how to choose and merchandise a product, pinpoint a target audience, develop marketing tests, and analyze results. Students are also introduced to the various electronic vehicles currently used in this ever-changing industry.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
8067	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 223 Creative Fashion Presentations
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Prerequisites: AC 111 and FM 114
Students prepare and present fashion information through clinics, shows, and written communiques. They learn how to research, analyze, and forecast fashion trends. Awareness of career opportunities in the fashion industries is fostered.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7842	25A	M T W	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	A321

FM 224 Merchandising Math Applications
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
Prerequisite: Passing grade on FMM math placement test or MA 005
Students develop an understanding of the merchandising concepts and calculations necessary for interpreting and responding to financial planning and control reports of the merchandising and store operational teams. Among such reports are sales analyses, maintained markup reports, gross margin and seasonal plans.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7367	25A	M T W	9:10 am-12:00 pm	B307
7436	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 225 Fashion Merchandising
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
Prerequisite: (Passing grade on FMM math placement test or MA 005) and FM 224
This course provides a comprehensive look at the merchandising environment including the functions and objectives of the merchandising team and the principles and techniques of today's buyers, planners, product developers and account executives. Students work in teams on simulated merchandising projects to execute a seasonal plan.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7844	25A	M T W	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	B309
7437	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 244 Product Development
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
Prerequisites: FM 224 and TS 111, and (for Production Management students only) MA 222 and TS 015/115
Introduces the concepts and methods by which retailers create special, store-branded merchandise for targeted customer segments. The process of product development, from research to production to distribution, is studied. 

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7845	25A	M W	6:20 pm-9:10 pm	B303
6854	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-
SUMMER 2
7131	OL2	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 262 Contemporary Retail Management
3 credits
In-state $525 Out-of-state $1,575
Online section: In-state $570 Out-of-state $1,620
Prerequisite: FM 114
Students study all operational segments of the fashion industry and describe the functions of each. Contributions employees add to sales productivity and customer satisfaction in retail establishments are studied. New technologies are researched and the impact on consumers' shopping experiences explored.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
8068	25A	M T W	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	B303
6651	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 268 Team Development Workshop
2.5 credits
In-state $437.50 Out-of-state $1,312.50
Online section: In-state $475 Out-of-state $1,350
Through individual and team role-playing and workshop activities, students learn the management skills needed in the international workplace. Communications skills, teamwork, and process management are stressed.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7383	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-
SUMMER 2
7500	OL2	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 321 Workshop in Apparel Merchandising
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Online section: In-state $765 Out-of-state $1,974
Prerequisites: FM 244
Hands-on workshops simulate the activities of a fashion merchandiser in overseeing the research, development, and presentation of a line for an apparel manufacturer. Emphasizes handling key accounts and the merchandiser's relationship with design, production, and sales staff.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7502	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 322 Fashion Inventory Management
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Prerequisites: MG 306 for Fashion Merchandising Management students; MG 132, MG 153, and (MG 251 or MG 253) for Production Management students
In computer simulations, students make decisions involving inventory models, inventory replenishment, and seasonal and long-term merchandising strategies. Students learn to manage a business by developing seasonal financial plans, creating store plans, and balancing multi-store inventories.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7848	75A	M T W	9:10 am-1:00 pm	CCC40

FM 324 Business of Licensing
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Online section: In-state $765 Out-of-state $1,974
Students examine the business aspects of licensing as they apply to the fashion industry, from licensing assignments through the merchandising approval process. Appropriate skills for negotiating and planning licensed product lines are developed. Business and career opportunities with manufacturers, retailers, product developers, and designers of licensed fashion merchandise are explored.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
6718	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 325 Financial Assortment and Planning
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Students learn financial and merchandise assortment planning using the Arthur Planning software. The course defines the buyer's duties within a retail organization and teaches students how to develop a financial plan.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7098	75B	M T W	2:10 pm-6:00 pm	B302A

FM 361 Leadership Development for Retailing
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Online section: In-state $765 Out-of-state $1,974
A comprehensive study of the role of the manager in today's retail climate. Students learn the effect of an organization's culture on the management process and how it is viewed from a global perspective. Decision-making, planning, structure, leadership, and defining control are also studied.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7438	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 422 Merchandising Strategies
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Online section: In-state $765 Out-of-state $1,974
Prerequisites: FM 325 and (MA 311, or MA 321, or MA 331)
This is the "capstone" course for B.S. degree students, which integrates the skills and knowledge acquired in previous FM and related courses. Working in teams, students research financial, merchandising and competitive data and combine with information provided by executives from various retail organizations. Students articulate merchandising strategies in a final presentation.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
7603	75A*	M T W	1:10 pm-4:00 pm	B307
7146	OL1	ONLINE COURSE	-

FM 424 Global Merchandising
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Prerequisite: FM 361
This course explores the multiple merchandising practices used around the world in fashion apparel companies - both retail and wholesale. American merchandising theory is used as a base of comparison in the consideration of various religions, cultures, legal systems, and other global systems.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
8069	75A	M T W	9:10 am-12:00 pm	B306

FM 431 Sales Management
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
This course includes the formulation of strategic sales programs for manufactured products and services. Students implement sales programs and evaluate control of the organization's sales activities. The course blends dynamic processes composed of interrelated sections, all geared to reach the sales objectives.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
8070	75A*	M T W	9:10 am-12:00 pm	B309

FM 462 Retail Management Strategies
3 credits
In-state $720 Out-of-state $1,929
Prerequisite: FM 327 and FM 362
This is the capstone course for the Retail Management Certificate Program and is intended to develop the critical thinking skills and abilities needed to enter executive-level positions in retail management. The course focuses on the analytical skills and industry specifications required in evaluating a business.

CRN	Section	Day	Time	Location
SUMMER 1
8145	75A**	M W	6:20 pm-9:10 pm	B306

 

*Course is only available to daytime degree candidates but may open up to nondegree students pending availability during the add/drop period.
**This course is only available to Retail Management Certificate program candidates.