Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Fashion Business Management

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Fashion Business Management is a unique, multi-disciplinary program that prepares students for a career in the global fashion industry. This joint initiative between the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences and the Alberta School of Business provides students with a strong background in marketing, buying, selling, strategic planning, and management processes.

Why Study This Program?

This degree will prepare students for a career in the increasingly business-oriented, global, and growing fashion industry. Students will gain an understanding of the theoretical, practical, and ethical processes involved in textile and clothing design, production, distribution, and consumption.

Program Requirements

Admissions Requirements for 2026-2027

• English Language Arts 30-1
• Mathematics 30-1
• One of the following courses:
  • Biology 30
  • Physics 30
  • Chemistry 30
• One of the following subjects:
  • Fine Arts
    • Performing Arts 35A
    • Choral Music 30
    • Art 30
    • Art 31
    • Drama 30
    • Instrumental Music 30
    • Adv Acting/Touring Theatre 35
    • Applied Graphic Arts 35
    • Audio 35
    • Ballet 35
    • Choir 35
    • CommunicationTech Adv(CTS-5Cr)
    • Contemporary Dance 35
    • Dance 35
    • Portfolio Art 35
    • Dance Composition 35
    • Design Thinking Innovation 35
    • Directing 35
    • Drawing(Adv Techn) 35(CTS-5Cr)
    • Film & Media Arts 35(CTS-5Cr)
    • Guitar 35
    • Instrumental Jazz 35
    • Jazz Dance 35
    • Musical Theatre Performance 35
    • Technical Theatre EPS 35
    • Pottery/Ceramics(Adv Techn) 35
    • Technical Theatre 35 (5Cr)
    • Theatre Arts 35
    • Vocal Jazz 35
    • Musical Theatre 35
    • General Music 30
  • Humanities
    • Macro-Economics 30 and Micro-Economics 30
    • CTS-Enterprise&Innovat-5Credit
    • CTS-Financial Mgmt Adv-5Credit
    • CTS-Mgmt & Market Adv-5Credit
    • History Americas 30 (IB)
    • Social Studies 30-1
    • Aboriginal Studies 30
  • Languages other than English
    • Dene Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Filipino Lang & Culture 35-3Y
    • Korean Lang & Culture 35
    • Polish Language & Arts 35
    • Nakoda Lang & Culture 35-12Y
    • Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
    • Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 3Y
    • Tsuut'ina Lang &Culture 35-12Y
    • French 30-3Y
    • French Language Arts 20-1
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Spanish Language Arts 30
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-12Y
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Italian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
    • Chinese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
    • Chinese Language Arts 30
  • Options
    • Fashion Studies Adv (CTS-5Cr)
    • Foods Adv (CTS-5Cr)
    • Design Studies Adv (CTS-5Cr)
    • CTS-Cosmetology Adv-5Credit
  • Math/Sciences
    • Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
    • Mathematics 31
    • Physics 30
    • Biology 30
    • Science 30
    • Chemistry 30
    • Mathematics 30-1

English Language Proficiency

The primary language of instruction is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar.

Indigenous Applicants

The University of Alberta is committed to encouraging Indigenous students in their work towards a degree. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar.

Deadline

• Fall application:
  • Domestic: March 1, 2026
  • International: March 1, 2026

Tuition and Fees

Tuition fees vary depending on the program and student status. For an estimate, use the cost calculator.

Scholarships and Financial Support

The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students.

Possible Careers

• Data Analytics
• Fashion
• Fashion Marketing or Buying
• Marketing Manager
• Operations Management
• Product Development Specialist
• Quality Assurance Manager
• Retail Manager
• Supply Chain Management