The Fashion Merchandising FIT Advertising & Marketing Communications program is a dual degree program completed in conjunction with the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Fashion Merchandising majors who meet eligibility requirements may opt to spend one year (junior year) at FIT for an additional degree (A.A.S.) in Advertising and Marketing Communications. Students return to UMES to complete the four-year program and receive both degrees at graduation. This program prepares students for entry level management positions in the broad field of fashion merchandising, advertising, and marketing communications, with a minor in business administration.
Departmental Requirements
To be eligible to participate in the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) Visiting Student Program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a full-time student at UMES in the Department of Human Ecology prior to participation in the Visiting Student Program.
- Must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Must complete all forms and meet deadlines listed below in order to be considered for admissions. (See faculty coordinator for related forms).
- Must complete the last 30 credit hours of course work for his or her degree at UMES.
Upon acceptance to the University and entrance into the Department of Human Ecology, a student should inform his/her academic advisor prior to registration of his/her interest in participating in the Visiting Student Program. Students will be expected to make an appointment with the faculty coordinator prior to November 15 of the sophomore year for details and to receive all forms and applications pertaining to the program. Students who plan to attend FIT will be required to submit all application and financial aid materials by January 15 of their sophomore year.
Career Opportunities
Possible career opportunities include merchandiser, buyer, fashion stylist, fashion consultant, and the fields of public relations, marketing, journalism, and broadcasting.
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