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Fashion Business
| Program Code: | FAB |
| Campus: | Newnham |
| Duration: | 4 Semesters (2 Years) |
| Start Dates: | Fall, Start dates are subject to change |
| Credential Awarded: | Ontario College Diploma |
Program Description
As a student of Fashion Business, you’ll be prepared to enter the fashion industry, one of the most exciting areas of business in Canada today. Course work will be delivered in a mixed mode of lab–based activities as well as theory– based formats that include guest lecturers from the industry. You’ll learn to manage an apparel store on campus by applying knowledge gained in many subjects across the curriculum. Your studies will be complemented by Work Study opportunities in fashion store operations and at fashion events such as Toronto Fashion Week.
Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the College Preparation (C), University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
- Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C) or (U) or Grade 11 Mathematics (U) or (M)
Applicant Selection:
- In the event of oversubscription, a skills test and questionnaire may be completed by all applicants, normally during a College orientation session. The results of the test, in combination with academic achievement (i.e. grades in pre–requisite subjects or their equivalents), will provide the basis upon which selection of applicants is determined.
Desirable:
- Although not required for admission, business, computer and fashion studies, would be an asset. Work experience in the field is also beneficial.
The Importance of Learning Skills:
Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well–organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.
Fees
Your Career
Toronto is one of the largest fashion centres in Canada, thus providing many exciting and rewarding careers in the fashion industry such as buying, merchandise allocation, wholesale sales, merchandising, and store operations management.
Affiliations and Associations
- Apparel Affinity Group
- Costume Society of Ontario
- Fashion Group International
- Retail Council of Canada
- Textile Society of Canada
General Education
One of the general education subjects must be a literature subject (from any category) for which EAC150 is a pre-requisite.
Diploma to Degree... and Beyond
Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College program may be eligible for credit at the following post-secondary institution(s):
Toronto
| University/College | Degrees Available |
|---|---|
| Ryerson University | • Bachelor of Commerce, Retail Management |
Ontario
| University/College | Degrees Available |
|---|---|
| Laurier Brantford | • Honours Bachelor of Arts |
U.S.
| University/College | Degrees Available |
|---|---|
| Davenport University | • BBA – Management or BBA /MBA Strategic Management |
Curriculum
| Semester 1 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|
| EAC150 | College English | 3 |
| FBF100 | Business of Fashion | 3 |
| FPF150 | Psychology of Fashion | 3 |
| ICA001 | Introduction to Computers and Applications | 2 |
| RBC152 | Business Communications I | 2 |
| RRM153 | Retail Marketing | 4 |
| Semester 2 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
| FSH200 | Evolution of Fashion | 3 |
| RBC261 | Business Communications II | 2 |
| RCS255 | Exceptional Customer Service | 3 |
| REM253 | Retail Mathematics | 4 |
| RVS351 | Visual Merchandising and Space Planning | 3 |
| XXXXXX | General Education Option | 3 |
| WST400 | Work Study * | |
| Semester 3 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
| AMA411 | Applied Marketing I | 4 |
| FTX252 | Fabric Fundamentals I | 3 |
| RFB353 | Fashion Buying | 4 |
| ROM300 | Organizational Management I | 3 |
| RSO354 ** | Retail Store Operations | 4 |
| XXXXXX | General Education Option | 3 |
| WST400 | Work Study * | |
| Semester 4 | Subject Name | Hrs/Wk |
| FCA454 | Design Applications/Introduction | 3 |
| FPD451 | Product Development I | 3 |
| FTX352 | Fabric Fundamentals II | 4 |
| RMC561 | Fashion Marketing Communications | 3 |
| ROM400 | Organizational Management II | 3 |
| XXXXXX | General Education Option | 3 |
| WST400 | Work Study * | |
* WORK STUDY (WST400) Students are required to work a total of 150 hours in the field in order to gain exposure to key functions in the fashion retail industry. They may begin accumulating these hours once semester one has been completed.
** Offered in semesters 3 and 4.
Contact Us
| For more information, please visit our website at: www.senecacollege.ca/fashion. | |
| Program Coordinator: | Judy Cameron Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22172 Email: Judy.Cameron@senecacollege.ca |
| Program Chair: | Gitte Hansen Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22160 Email: Gitte.Hansen@senecacollege.ca |
| Admissions Advisors: | |
| Domestic Admissions Advisor: | Maureen Massicot Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22014 Email: Maureen.Massicot@senecacollege.ca |
| International Admissions Advisor: | Aakashni Ram Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22085 Email: Aakashni.Ram@senecacollege.ca |
| Registration & Records Advisor: | Danielle Suckling Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 22465 Email: Danielle.Suckling@senecacollege.ca |
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Video
Seneca graduate Jennie talks about her program and working in Seneca's on-campus fashion boutique. Video
Seneca's Fashion Resource Centre is a collection of more than 10,000 garments and fashion accessories from the mid-1800s and is used as teaching aids for student in Seneca's fashion programs. Video
Testimonials
"I set a goal for myself to have a full–time career in the industry within five months of graduating from Seneca and with the tools I gained and assistance from my professors, I was offered the job I wanted within 1 month of graduation. This program opens up a realm of possibilities and opportunities for career choices and I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to work in the fashion/ retail business field."
Jenna
2011 Graduate
Buying Office, Target Canada
"The FAB program creates a supportive environment and teaches a curriculum that truly stands above other post–secondary institutions. Courses such as Retail Store Operations, Fabric Fundamentals & Product Development provide grads with hands–on experience and skills that are relevant and extremely useful in the Fashion industry. Now working in the industry, my faculty have become my peers who continue to share their knowledge and support my career."
Victoria Parkman
2010 Graduate
Product Development Manager, Harman Inc.



