Courses Taught:
Introduction to Retailing: (large lecture; 120 students)
Combines theoretical concepts with practical applications from a strategic managerial perspective; current
events are integrated into course material with actual business operations within the retail industry
Design & Illustration:
Design and illustration techniques are explored in relation to stylization and customer profiling. Variety of
media introduced for visually communicating through a variety of presentation formats.
Product Development, Evaluation & Distribution:
Examination of the evaluation criteria for quality control of apparel and related products, trend tracking, stitch
types and seam types are also covered
Professional Career Search Strategies:
In-depth study of career opportunities and job responsibilities for the major, assessment of personal and
professional skills and interests, resume and cover letter development, interviewing skills are explored
Fieldwork Experience:
Upon securing a position in the retail industry, students complete projects related to the learning experience the individual student. Emphasis is on reflection of the experience and its relationship to program goals
Retail Promotional Strategies:
Provides overview to understanding the social psychological communication governing the design and
organization of both producer and consumer buying and selling space; emphasis on critical analysis and
practical application of the way in which goods, services, and ideas can be promoted within the retail
merchandising and fashion product development industry
Combines theoretical concepts with practical applications from a strategic managerial perspective; current
events are integrated into course material with actual business operations within the retail industry
Design & Illustration:
Design and illustration techniques are explored in relation to stylization and customer profiling. Variety of
media introduced for visually communicating through a variety of presentation formats.
Product Development, Evaluation & Distribution:
Examination of the evaluation criteria for quality control of apparel and related products, trend tracking, stitch
types and seam types are also covered
Professional Career Search Strategies:
In-depth study of career opportunities and job responsibilities for the major, assessment of personal and
professional skills and interests, resume and cover letter development, interviewing skills are explored
Fieldwork Experience:
Upon securing a position in the retail industry, students complete projects related to the learning experience the individual student. Emphasis is on reflection of the experience and its relationship to program goals
Retail Promotional Strategies:
Provides overview to understanding the social psychological communication governing the design and
organization of both producer and consumer buying and selling space; emphasis on critical analysis and
practical application of the way in which goods, services, and ideas can be promoted within the retail
merchandising and fashion product development industry