Program Overview

MS in Fashion Merchandising & Management

The MS in Fashion Merchandising & Management (MSFMM) program expands the career horizons of forward-thinking professionals with diverse backgrounds in fashion design, merchandising, management, and other industries. Students benefit from a focus on global fashion development and an appreciation of apparel ecosystems throughout the value chain.

At a Glance

• College: Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce
• Degree: Master of Science
• Campus: East Falls
• Format: On Campus
• Credits: 31 - 43

Program Description

For students who want a competitive edge, valuable connections, and real-world experience in the evolving fashion industry, the MSFMM program provides the skills, knowledge, and industry networks to bring value-added innovation to the fashion industry and to manage a thriving fashion merchandising management successfully. Graduates of Thomas Jefferson University, which is ranked in the top 20 fashion schools in the world, possess the skills, knowledge, and industry networks to develop value-added innovation and to manage a thriving global fashion enterprise.

Curriculum

The program's curriculum is based on Jefferson's active, collaborative approach to education in the Nexus Learning model. In a hands-on learning environment, students examine new fashion designs, ideas, and technologies to create viable business models and market-driven innovation. In addition to the 22 core credit hours, the MSFMM program culminates in 9 credits of Global Fashion Project courses. This unique experience allows for significant customization for students to meet career aspirations.

Program Highlights

• Expanding career horizons of forward-thinking professionals with diverse backgrounds in fashion design, merchandising, management, and other industries
• Focus on global fashion development and a deep understanding of apparel ecosystems
• Graduates possess the skills, knowledge, and networks to develop value-added innovation and to manage a thriving global fashion enterprise
• Explore the career-focused customizable curriculum
• Work directly with successful fashion and apparel companies
• Take advantage of significant merit-based scholarships

Related Programs

• BS in Fashion Merchandising
• BS in Fashion Design
• BS in Textile Design

University Statement

Jefferson holds itself accountable, at every level of the organization, to nurture an environment of inclusion and respect, by valuing the uniqueness of every individual, celebrating and reflecting the rich diversity of its communities, and taking meaningful action to cultivate an environment of fairness, belonging, and opportunity.