Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising

Program Description

The Fashion Merchandising Program at Lipscomb is an interdisciplinary program including Fashion and Design as well as business. Students receive training in all areas of the fashion and apparel industry, including selection, design, construction, history, current trends, manufacturing and retail merchandising.

One of the popular aspects of this program is the New York Study Tour. Students visit design houses, market shows, retailers, museums and the Fashion Institute of Technology as part of this course. This popular travel course provides an excellent opportunity for students to see the fashion industry at work, as well as to network with designers and manufacturers for potential internships.

Students are also able to connect with local fashion professionals and have the opportunity to study leaders in the fashion industry. Many opportunities exist within the local community for internships, employment and connections with local leaders in the fields of fashion design and retailing. The collection of Halston pieces, donated to Lipscomb, includes historic designer garments from the legendary House of Halston, as well as patterns, notes, scrapbooks and videos of iconic designers.