Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion Product Development

The BFA in Fashion Product Development encompasses the process of fashion product development that requires understanding and knowledge of the consumer, market, and trends, textiles and raw materials, product concept and line development, and sourcing and manufacturing. Drawing from their design courses, students will apply a high level design aesthetic to develop products that are appropriate for a brand and their target customers.  Students will learn the hand drawing and drafting skills and the technical skills needed to produce detailed and accurate technical drawings and flat patterns using industry standard computer software. BFA graduates will be capable of working in various roles in a product development team.

Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Research and Concept Development

• Conduct research to advance point of view or concept
• Analyze trends and market research to develop products appropriate for target markets and consumers
• Identify changes, trends and opportunities in global fashion business, consumer and products

Product Development

• Identify materials, sourcing, and manufacturing processes appropriate for product market (brand, consumer, and price point)
• Produce accurate and detailed technical drawings and flat patterns using both traditional medium and computer software
• Demonstrate proficiency in creating complete production documents utilizing design skills, technical skills and production specifications
• Develop products appropriate for a variety of fashion businesses and their target consumers

Visual Presentation Skills

• Create professional and organized presentations that reflect a point of view consistent with product and brand
• Create industry-standard production materials

Technical Skills

• Demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard product development related tools and software

Presentation Skills

• Present and communicate trends, product concepts and details clearly and effectively in a professional format

Collaboration Skills

• Work effectively in a team

Professional Readiness

• Create a relevant and original portfolio and collateral materials which can be used to market themselves to the industry

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