AAAS Degree (93-95 Credits)

Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. However, the information is subject to change without notice and final career decisions are the responsibility of the student.

Program Information:

Length of Program: 93-95 Credits
Completion Award: AAAS Degree
Enrollment: Fall, Winter, Spring
Approximate Quarterly Costs: $25-$85
(in addition to tuition, books and parking)
Website: www.shoreline.edu/busad/genbusad.aspx

EPC 2102

Program Prerequisites:

Placement into ENGL& 101  or BTWRT 215 , and placement into MATH 070  or BUS 102 .

General Education Core Requirements - 18-20 Credits

Fashion Core Requirements - 75 Credits

* Course is offered once a year during the quarter listed

• ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I Credits: 5
• ACCT& 203 Principles of Accounting III Credits: 5
• BUS& 101 Introduction to Business Credits: 5
• BUS 120 Principles of Marketing Credits: 5
• BUS 130 Principles of Fashion Credits: 5 *
• BUS 135 Retail Marketing Credits: 5 *
• BUS& 201 Business Law Credits: 5
• BUS 220 Advertising and Sales Promotion Credits: 5 *
• BUS 225 Professional Selling Credits: 5 *
• BUS 230 History of Fashion Credits: 5 *
• BUS 235 Retail Buying and Management Credits: 5 *
• BUS 240 Introduction to E-Business Credits: 5 *
• BUS 250 Human Resource Management Credits: 5 *
• BUS 255 Principles of Management Credits: 5 *

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• ECON 100 Survey of Economic Principles Credits: 5

• or

• ECON& 201 Micro Economics Credits: 5

Recommended

• BUSTC 105 Computer Applications Credits: 5

Approval To Graduate

Student Name, SID and Date: ____________________________________________________

Faculty Advisor and Date: _______________________________________________________

Division Dean and Date: ________________________________________________________

Credential Approval and Date: ____________________________________________________

Sample Schedule for A.A.A.S. Degree

* Course offered once per year, during the quarter listed.

Fashion Merchandising-What is it?

Fashion is big business and Fashion Merchandising plays an important role in connecting consumers to the latest fashions and trends. Built on a solid foundation of general business courses, the Fashion Merchandising program explores the fashion industry from product design to the retail store, including fashion production, choice of textiles, store layout, merchandise displays, retail buying, consumer research marketing and management.

Career Opportunities-What can I do with a Degree or Certificate in Fashion Merchandising?

From Merchandise and Store Managers to Assistant Buyers, Merchandise Planners, Marketing Specialists and Sales Representatives, Fashion Merchandising graduates develop knowledge and skills to work in a variety of positions in the fashion industry, as well as any other business sector. Salaries vary depending on the type and size of the business and the level of job responsibilities. Entry-level salaries generally average $35,200 to $51,100.

Potential employers include: Apparel, retail and/or department stores such as REI, Eddie Bauer, Macy’s, Union Bay and many others. Students develop general business skills that can provide opportunities for careers in any business sector. For more, please visit career information and resources at https://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/career-counseling.aspx.

Shoreline Community College

16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133-5696

(206) 546-4101

www.shoreline.edu