Marketing, Fashion Merchandising – Major #2152

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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This certificate prepares students for employment in the field of Fashion Merchandising.

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Integrate the elements of fashion design into the marketing and entrepreneurial concepts of retailing, merchandising, promotion, and personal sales.
Effective Term: 2022 Spring Semester

Term 1

12 units

ART 3
Two-Dimensional Design

3 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
This course is an introduction to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design which are common to the visual arts. Students will develop a visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentations, studio projects, and problem solving. Art-3 is required for art majors. (A, CSU, UC)
Course Details:
      1. C1 - Arts, Dance, Music, Theater
      2. CSU Transfer Course
      1. C - Humanities

      FM 26
      Apparel and Textiles

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
      Introduction to basic textiles; the study of fibers, yarns and fabric identifications, with emphasis on various processes of textile manufacturing, fabric finishes, sustainability/environmental concerns and appropriates for end use. This course qualifies for various Fashion Vocational Certificates. (A, CSU)

      FM 27
      Introduction to Fashion Merchandising

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
      Provides students an introduction to the world of fashion merchandising. Includes the history/global perspectives, uniqueness, and opportunities in fashion. Also presents fundamentals of fashion, basic fashion terminology, and an overview of textiles and apparel. (A, CSU)

      Major Course

      3 units

      CIT 15
      Computer Concepts

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
      This course is designed as an introduction to computer concepts and their use. The topics in this course include the basic principles of hardware and software, application programs, systems software, telecommunications, networks, program design, the Internet, and the World Wide Web. Students will work with Windows and the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, database programs, and a programming language. (A, CSU, UC)
      or

      DS 21
      Finite Mathematics

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      In this course students will learn the following mathematical concepts: applications of linear; exponential and logarithmic functions; solving systems of linear equations using matrix operations and inverses; solving linear programming techniques using graphing methods and simplex methods; applying interest theory concepts to solve mathematical finance problems; calculate probability; determine the number of values within sets using Venn Diagrams and counting principles; use graphs and properties to determine limits, rates of change, and derivatives of a function. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
      Course Details:
      1. Prerequisite: MATH 103
      1. A: Mathematic
      1. B4 - Mathematics/Quantitative Thinking
      2. CSU Transfer Course
      1. D2 - Analytical Thinking: Mathematics

      Term 2

      7 units

      ACCTG 4A
      Financial Accounting

      4 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      This course explores what financial accounting is, why it is important, and how it is used by investors and creditors to make decisions. It covers the accounting information system and the recording and reporting of business transactions with a focus on the accounting cycle, financial statements, and statement analysis. This course includes issues relating to asset, liability, and equity valuation, revenue and expense recognition, cash flows, internal controls, and ethics. (A, CSU, UC)
      Course Details:
      1. Advisory: CIT 12
      2. Advisory: CIT 15
        1. CSU Transfer Course

          ECON 40
          Introduction to Microeconomics

          3 units
          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
          Introduction to Microeconomics provides an introductory analysis focusing on the economic choices of households, businesses, and the government. Topics include supply and demand, market equilibrium, elasticity, gains from specialization and trade, consumer and producer welfare, production costs, market structures, factor markets and market failure. (A, CSU, UC, Cal-GETC)
          Course Details:
          1. Prerequisite: MATH 103
          2. Advisory: ENGL C1000
          1. B: Economics
          1. D2 - Economics
          2. CSU Transfer Course
          1. B - Social and Behavioral Sciences
          Total: 19 units