Merchandising, AA
Do you marvel at the beauty of a well-designed boutique? You may be interested in mastering the art of merchandising. In this ASU FIDM program, you'll learn the necessary functions to run an operation that develops, promotes and sells fashion products.
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Additional facts
STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
This program is not accepting applications at this time.
Degree description
The Associate of Arts program in merchandising is a distinctly professional, hands-on degree program that teaches you the fundamentals of fashion merchandising.
Course offerings emphasize key skills sought across the fashion retail industry, such as merchandising, trend forecasting, consumer behavior analysis, retail management and branding. All courses are embedded within the principles of sustainability, preparing you to be a part of the next generation of environmentally conscious industry leaders.
Los Angeles location
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Courses
Explore a sample list of courses you may take in this program.
| Sample courses |
|---|
| FSH 125 Survey of the Fashion Industry |
| FSH 204 Social Aspects of Fashion |
| FSH 209 Quantitative Digital Literacy for the Fashion Industry |
| FSH 300 Global Fashion Industry |
| FSH 435 Contemporary Fashion |
| FSH 175 Merchandising Essentials |
Course checksheet and curriculum archive
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See how your credits may apply (opens in new window)What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Create business plans and project that apply practical applications fashion merchandising skills such as retail math, forecasting, planning, and sales analysis.
- Communicate design ideas by creating digital images and visual merchandising plans.
- Analyze the product development and supply chain functions of the Fashion Industry when preparing and presenting operational plans for these areas.
Create business plans and project that apply practical applications fashion merchandising skills such as retail math, forecasting, planning, and sales analysis.Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors to another associate degree program. Students who wish to change to a bachelor's degree program should talk to their academic advisor.
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When you pursue concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”), you earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with your academic advisor, you can create your own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Build the career and future you want
Our graduates are prepared for a variety of career paths, including:
| Career | Growth | Median Salary | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buyer | 6.0% | $77,710 | Learn more |
| Merchandiser | 6.0% | $77,710 | Learn more |
| Purchasing Agent | 6.0% | $77,710 | Learn more |
| Purchasing Manager | 4.0% | $148,080 | Learn more |
| Sales Associate | 1.1% | $48,280 | Learn more |
| Sales Manager | 4.5% | $148,270 | Learn more |
| Store Manager | -3.7% | $48,520 | Learn more |
Example job titles and salaries listed are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
More about careers
Career opportunities for graduates include merchandising, buying, trend forecasting, market research, visual merchandising and retail management.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
ASU FIDM
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ART 151
asufidm@asu.edu
480-965-8521
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