Fashion Merchandising
Certificate of Achievement Fashion · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
About the Program
Program Goal: Career
GE Pattern(s): None
Program Code: 01348.00CA
See AS Degree in Fashion Merchandising.
Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Analyze and describe the fashion industry including innovations, careers, current trends, the impact of globalization and technology, and the expanding roles of designers.
- Analyze, describe, and apply concepts in the business of buying, distributing and selling of fashion merchandise from the manufacturing level through to the retailer and, ultimately, the consumer.
- Demonstrate command of visual presentation or production, and create a resume or relevant portfolio to be used to market him/herself in the fashion industry.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 22 | |
| BCIS 18 | Introduction to Business Technology | 3 |
| FASH 6 | Introduction to Fibers, Fabric and Textiles | 3 |
| FASH 18 | Visual Merchandising | 3 |
| FASH 64 | Introduction To Fashion/Retail Careers | 3 |
| FASH 74 | Historic Costume | 3 |
| FASH 80 | Retail Fashion Buying | 3 |
| FASH 90 | Fashion Promotions | 3 |
| FASH 99 | Work Experience-FASH | 1 |
| Total | 22 | |