International Bachelor’s in Fashion Design and Management (English Teaching)

Program Overview

The Bachelor’s in Fashion Design and Management at MJM is a rigorous three-year program designed to cultivate both creative and managerial skills, essential for a successful career in the fashion industry. The program combines practical design techniques with business strategies, preparing students for a dynamic field that requires innovation, technical skills, and market awareness.

Year-by-Year Curriculum Breakdown

Year 1: Foundations of Fashion Design

The first year focuses on foundational skills in fashion design, including:

• Design Techniques: Students learn the essentials of garment design, including sketching, flat drawing, and creating trend boards.
• Technical Skills: Instruction in molding, flat cutting, pattern-making, grading, and assembly.
• Fashion History and Culture: An introduction to the evolution of fashion, notable designers, and textile culture.
• Practical Application: Students work on capsule collections, personal portfolios, and create study pieces to build a foundational skill set.

The second year introduces advanced production techniques and deepens design knowledge:

• Collection Development: Students design and execute a capsule collection based on current trends and sociocultural influences.
• Technical Mastery: Hands-on practice with advanced techniques in molding, textile creation, and pattern development.
• Market Awareness: Emphasis on understanding fashion trends and their commercial implications.
• Professional Portfolio: Students produce technical sheets, textile patterns, and mood boards for their portfolio.

The final year prepares students for entry into the professional world:

• Capstone Project: Under the guidance of industry mentors, students develop a personal brand and complete a final collection, showcased in an end-of-year fashion show with over 1,500 attendees.
• Lookbook and Presentation: Creation of a lookbook and professional portfolio.
• Final Examination: Presentation of their work to the Professional Council for Fashion, validating their expertise and readiness for the industry.

• Fashion Show Exposure: Students’ collections are featured in the annual MJM Fashion Gala, providing networking opportunities with industry leaders.
• Hands-On Learning: Real-world techniques such as flat cutting, advanced textile work, and digital design using industry-standard software like Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Business Acumen: Coursework includes fashion marketing, brand identity, and social media analysis, preparing students for management roles.
• Work-Study Opportunities: Starting in the second year, students can opt for work-study arrangements, receiving guidance on internships and building connections with partner companies.
• International Exposure: With MJM campuses in various major French cities, students can experience different regional influences in French fashion and culture.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants should possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Admission involves an interview where candidates present a portfolio or examples of creative work.

Career Prospects

Graduates are equipped to enter various roles, such as:

• Fashion Designer: For ready-to-wear and haute couture collections.
• Creative Director: Overseeing design concepts for brands.
• Brand Manager: Handling identity and marketing strategies for fashion labels.
• Freelance Designer: Working independently or launching personal brands.