Course Title: Fashion Buying
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Fashion Buying
Credit Points: 12.00
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
GRAP2447 |
Brunswick Campus |
Undergraduate |
350T Fashion & Textiles |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2012, Sem 1 2018, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019 |
GRAP2447 |
Brunswick Campus |
Undergraduate |
375T Vocational Design and Social Context |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2020, Sem 2 2021 |
GRAP2447 |
Brunswick Campus |
Undergraduate |
515T Creative Industries |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 1 2022, Sem 2 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 2 2023, Sem 1 2024 |
Course Coordinator: Katrina Rose
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 9138
Course Coordinator Email: katrina.rose@rmit.edu.au
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None.
Course Description
In this course you will focus on theories and concepts related to the sourcing, buying and management of fashion and textile products for the retail market. You will develop a greater understanding of the different market segments both locally and globally, their strategies and the constantly changing market place. With this knowledge you will develop the ability to use product ranges within the financial or space constraints with different retailers.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
In this course you will develop the following program learning outcomes:
2.A broad theoretical and technological knowledge of current business and professional practices leading to marketing and merchandising fashion products both locally and globally
3.Investigate, analyse and interpret trends on design, materials and trims in fashion and related industry either locally or globally
4.Apply initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in your study to demonstrate personal and professional attributes to be work ready
5.Analyse and interpret data to communicate effectively in roles of Buyers, Allocators and Planners
8.Gather, analyse and interpret data to develop fashion and related products and present to peers or potential clients.
Upon successful completion of this course you will be able to:
- Use basic Buying Management methods to meet the needs of a simulated retail market
- Evaluate relevant data in order to determine a suitable assortment of merchandise
- Analyse, critique and reflect on the assortment plan and communicate your findings
- Work effectively and productively as a team member in order to negotiate and achieve a desired outcome
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be engaged in a range of activities such as presentations, discussions, case studies or group exercises.
Overview of Learning Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems.
A list of recommended learning resources will be provided by your lecturer, including books, journal articles and web resources. You will also be expected to seek further resources relevant to the focus of your own learning.
RMIT Library provides extensive resources for fashion and textiles students.
Search the library and consult the Fashion and Textiles subject guides for more information.
The library also provides guides on academic referencing and assistance is available via phone, chat and email.
Watch this short video on Getting started with fashion and textiles library resources
Overview of Assessment
You will be assessed on how well you meet the course’s learning outcomes and on your development against the program learning outcomes.
Assessment may include oral presentations, range plan, financials and reflection.
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Assessment Task 1: Plan the Buy - 15% CLO 1,2,3,4 Assessment Task 2: Build an Assortment Plan - 50% CLO 1,2,3 Assessment Task 3: Negotiate with a Supplier - 35% CLO 1,2,4 |
Feedback will be given on all assessment tasks.
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to adjust aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the Program Manager or the Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
The statement of student responsibilities summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers. www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/student-responsibilities
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described online at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy