Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Fashion Buying

Consumer Behaviour and Trends Analysis

Financial Acumen for Fashion Buying

Sourcing and Supply Chain Management

Brand Management and Private Label Development

Negotiation and Relationship Management

Retail Marketing and Merchandising

The Future of Fashion Buying

Lesson Summary

This module covers various aspects of the fashion business, including the role and responsibilities of a fashion buyer. Additionally, we become familiar with the trend and the tools required for its identification. Moreover, we analyze what lies ahead in the fashion industry.

Course assessment

Discover how the fashion business works, how to become a buyer, and how to identify trends in this free online course.

This free course is tailor-made for aspiring fashion buyers, retail managers, entrepreneurs, or anyone interested in the fashion industry. Learn how to source suppliers, market your product and predict trends. The course also discusses pricing strategies, margins and evaluating sales performance. Discover the role of technology in managing supply and explore common challenges and solutions. Enrol now to fashion a career in this dynamic industry!

Defining a Personal Shopper

Fashion and Trends

Understanding Protocol and Career Guidance

Attracting Customers and Understanding Their Behaviour

A personal shopper or a fashion store assistant’s duty encompasses understanding the client’s needs and building an outfit or a wardrobe with his /her knowledge of general fashion, trends and styles, colour combinations, types of body silhouettes and more. In this module, we will teach you all the crucial skills of a professional personal shopper.

Fashion Store Assistant and Personal Shopper Training - Course Assessment

Learn how to become a personal shopper and help clients make informed shopping decisions with this free online course.

Fashion Store Assistant and Personal Shopper Training

Did you know that a personal shopper earns money by shopping with other people's money? Though this sounds fun, a personal shopper's work is versatile. Among other things, you must be knowledgeable about timeless fashion, the latest trends, body types and how to camouflage flaws. In this course, we'll teach you all the technical, creative and personal skills you need to become a professional personal shopper.

Understanding the Fashion Industry

Fashion Buying Process

Fashion Product Knowledge

In this module, you will explore the responsibilities and significance of a fashion buyer, the required skills, and the career prospects while unraveling the dynamics of the fashion industry. Delve into the intricacies of the fashion buying process. Decode the fashion terminology and learn to analyse seasonal trends, styles, and products.

Financial Aspects of Fashion Buying

Supplier Relations and Negotiation

Merchandising and Assortment Planning

Marketing and Promotions in Fashion Retail

Starting Your Career in Fashion Buying

This module will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in a career as a fashion buyer. Explore the financial and commercial aspects of fashion retail. Gain a deep understanding of merchandising and assortment planning, along with valuable insights into marketing and promotion strategies.

Learn the foundations of fashion buying and master the essentials of a career in fashion in this free online course.

Basics of Fashion Buying

This course is designed to equip you with the fundamental skills needed to become a successful fashion buyer. It will guide you through the basics of the buying process, as you master the financial aspects, cultivate effective supplier relationships, and become adept at negotiation strategies. You will enhance your fashion buying skills further with merchandise and assortment planning, as well as marketing and promotion strategies.

A Fundamental Overview of Fashion Psychology

Exploring the Field of Fashion Psychology

Perception of the Fashion Industry

The Psychology in Fashion Industry

The Mindset of Fashion

The Relationship of Wellness and Fashion

Behaviour of Customers in the Fashion Industry

The Fashion Influence of Advertising

In this course module, you will gain valuable insights into the psychology of impulsive buying behaviour. You will also acquire practical learning on approaching clothing buys with a thoughtful mindset. By mastering these skills, you can select apparel that aligns with yourself and make better choices for your future wardrobe.

Fashion and the Study of Society

Group Psychology, Identity, and Social Behaviour

Aspects of Fashion and Emotional Science

Fashion Impact on Self-expression

The Interplay Between Fashion and Sustainability

Fashion Activism and Sustainability

Perspectives on the Future of Fashion Psychology

Neuroaesthetics and Futuristics Fashion Professions

This module delves into how social media has altered customer behaviour and the fashion industry. It also delves into the weight of marketing and sustainability. It studies recent developments, such as AI and virtual reality. And lastly, it stresses how e-commerce and technological advancements will shape the following years of fashion.

Understanding Fashion Psychology - Course Assessment

Decode fashion trends, AI integration, and eco-friendly practices for mindful buying with this free online course.

Understanding Fashion Psychology

Have you ever considered the neural effects of fashion? This course dives into the intricate and connected link between psychology and fashion. You'll gain insights into sustainable fashion practices and understand the cognitive impacts. The modules also analyse modern trends like AI, VR, and neuroaesthetics. They emphasise interpreting the industry, fostering awareness between psychology, individuality, and the ever-changing business of fashion.

Introduction to Fashion Design

Fashion History

Fashion Styles

Promoting the Clothing Line

In this module, you will learn fashion drawing and design elements to convey your vision clearly. Discover fashion history and the contributions of famous designers;  we will then discuss how to plan and produce a successful fashion show and create an advertising plan for your products. Also, learn about fabric types and sustainable fashion.

Course Assessment - Fashion Designing Principles

Create a portfolio and turn your creativity and passion into a career in fashion design with this free online course.

Fashion Designing Principles

Did you know the global fashion industry is worth about $1.7 trillion annually? New fashion trends create more opportunities for emerging designers. This course explores the history of fashion and explains the principles of design. We provide the drawing skills you need to create new designs and an eye-catching portfolio. We explain how to produce a successful fashion show and implement a strategic marketing plan to sell your brand and products.

Introduction

Purchasing T-Shirt Designs Online

Creating T-Shirt Designs

Market Research

In this module, you will be introduced to creating and purchasing t-shirt designs and conducting market research for your business. You will be guided to use freelancing websites to get your designs. At the end of this module, you will be taught how to conduct online research using Google Trends, Amazon and social media to boost your business.

Creating and Selling Designs on Merch by Amazon

Creating and Selling Designs on Teespring

Creating and Selling Designs on Redbubble

Selling T-Shirts on Other Platforms

Marketing Strategies

In this module, you will be introduced to Merch by Amazon, Teespring, Redbubble etc for selling your t-shirt designs online. You will learn how to use website design tools and a free photo editor GIMP to create your t-shirt designs. You will gain an understanding of different marketing strategies, both free and paid, to expand your business.

How to Start a T-Shirt Business for Beginners - Course Assessment

Learn how to sell t-shirts on various print-on-demand platforms without any upfront costs in this free online course.

How to Start a T-Shirt Business for Beginners

Forget about expensive business models that require thousands of dollars to get started. With this business, there are no startup costs, no inventory to store and no products to ship! This course will teach you to leverage various online sales channels to build and grow your business. While you focus all your attention on creating t-shirt designs, you can leave the printing, shipping, marketing and even customer service to the marketplace.

Course Introduction

Creating Image and Video Mockup

Free Marketing Strategies

Paid Marketing Strategies

In this module, you will be introduced to the process of starting a t-shirt design business. Upon that, this module goes on to discuss how to create high-quality image and video mockups. You will be taught in detail, free marketing strategies, boosting posts on social media and paid promotions for your t-shirt designs.

Course Assessment - How To Grow Your T-shirt Business With Online Marketing

Master how to mockup designs and sell your unique t-shirts via social media to kickstart your own online business.

How to Grow T-Shirt Business With Online Marketing

This online course introduces you to the free marketing strategies and promotions you will need to grow your t-shirt design business and get more sales. You will be taught how to create professional imagery and video mockups to market your t-shirts. Also, see how to set up paid ad campaigns to promote your products online. By enrolling in this course, you can get your t-shirt design business to reach a much larger audience.

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