Managing Fashion Teams

Module Description

Teams may be portrayed as effective work groups whose effectiveness rests in the degree of motivation, co-ordination and purpose and whose synergy produces an energy and creativity so important in fashion industry. Being able to work with people from creative industries such as fashion is a core management skill.
This module introduces participants to the diagnostic skills and skills of co-operation, communication, and team development as imperative factors for effective results and creative team work.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who apply for this course must possess one of the following: 

• a Level 6 degree in a related field; 

OR  

• a Level 5 diploma or higher diploma and 5 years’ work experience in a supervisory or managerial role. 

Preference is given to applicants having a Level 6 degree in a discipline related to fashion and a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in management in fashion.  

Target Audience

The target group covers, but is not limited to: 

• professionals seeking a career in the fashion industry; 
• professionals already working in the fashion industry who aim to gain a postgraduate qualification and a specialisation in Fashion Management, Fashion Sustainability or Fashion Marketing; 

• Level 6 graduates interested in strengthening both their professional and academic credentials, thus preparing them for a higher-level qualification. 

Career Paths

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include, but are not limited to: 

• fashion marketing and brand manager; 
• product manager; 
• fashion events manager; 
• fashion advertising manager;  
• design studio manager/managing director. 

How you’ll be assessed

The course comprises:  

• 6 lectures per module; 
• 3-hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising asynchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.