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Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Fashion Business

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Overview About this course

Reap the benefits of studying a short course with a breadth of interchangeable skills. Be immersed in trend forecasting, consumer behaviour and job costing. Showcase your creativity. Design a mock website and branding materials to market a product.

This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Research industry trends to ensure garment viability

  • Estimate costs of materials and labour and calculate time requirements to establish a profit margin for a product line

  • Analyse TCF merchandising and marketing principles through wholesale and retail channels

  • Target key customers, identify purchasing behaviours and potential sales outlets

  • Use the power of social media and marketing techniques to market to wider audiences

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment

  • Strong pathways to continue your study in fashion

  • Exposure to business elements such as e-commerce, marketing and technology

  • The ability to use valued programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Canva, Excel and WGSN

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

  • An interest in the fashion industry

  • Aspirations to begin a career in fashion

  • Basic computer and research skills

TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

Pathways Future career and study options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: small fashion business entrepreneur.

Study pathways

Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

Previous study 0 Courses

Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

The Statement of Attainment in Introduction to Fashion Business does not have any pre-requisite courses.

Further study 3 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

Related study 5 Courses

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Analyse TCF merchandising and marketing principles MSTGN4004

  • Market design product to local outlets MSTFD3001

  • Estimate and cost job MSTGN3003

TAFE NSW services Facilities and support

TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

  • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

  • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

  • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

  • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

  • TAFE NSW Libraries

  • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

  • Student associations – get social with our student community

Delivery options Find a location to enrol

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