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Fashion Merchandising

​​Prepare for a global career in an exciting, ever-changing industry.​

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Degree
  • Bachelor of Science
Location
  • Online
Type of Instruction
  • Online
Length

4 Years

​​Lead in Fashion. Learn Online​.

​​Turn your passion for fashion into a professional path with Sam Houston State University’s fully online B.S. in Fashion Merchandising. Designed for busy students and working professionals, this flexible program prepares you to thrive in one of the world’s most exciting industries. Learn the business behind fashion—from buying and product development to marketing, retail management, and brand strategy. 

 

​​Where and How Is This Program Available?​ 

​​The BS in Fashon Merchandising is 100% online, with courses offered in seven and a half week sessions. Courses are offered during the fall, spring and summer to accommodate those with busy schedules, geographical constraints or who cannot attend school full time.​ 

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​Whether you’re launching your first career or advancing your current one, this program gives you the tools, insight, and industry exposure to stand out in a competitive field.​ 

​​A World of Opportunity​

​​Step into a fast-paced career in an industry that’s always on the cutting edge. With outcomes like retail management, apparel buying, fashion marketing, merchandising for an apparel or accessories line, and special events and promotions, this degree allows you to find your best fit in a global field.​

  • ​​A Degree Plan That Fits Your

    ​​The bachelor of science in fashion merchandising is fully online. Courses are offered in seven and a half week blocks, giving you maximum flexibility, no matter what your schedule and needs. While students must complete 120 hours for the degree, the online format lets you do so in a way that accommodates your individual needs and schedule.​ 

  • ​​Study Local, Go Global​

    ​​A truly interdisciplinary degree program, the bachelor of science in fashion merchandising blends coursework in communications and marketing, history, culture, politics, creative arts, and life and physical sciences. You’ll graduate with a well-rounded approach to fashion, allowing you to step into careers that can take you around the world.​ 

  • ​​Hands-On Experience​

    ​​Fashion Merchandising majors are required to complete a supervised internship of at least 200 hours. This provides an excellent opportunity to experience first-hand this exciting industry and provides a transition into the job market following graduation.​ 

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Find Your Future Career

​​Students with Fashion Merchandising degrees work in a variety of fields, including fashion brand management, promotion and events; retail buying and management; visual merchandising; apparel supply chain and logistics; and more.​

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Expert Faculty

​​Our faculty have research and real-world experience that give students a solid roadmap from college to career. They collaborate with students and provide a supportive foundation, giving students the opportunity to explore new things.​

Become a Bearkat

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