Level 2 Fashion Business and Retail Course in Hillingdon. Classes run at Uxbridge, full-time during the day, over 34 weeks. Tuition fees may apply for some learners, though others may be eligible to study free. This fashion business and retail qualification covers the skills and knowledge needed to work across fashion retail and business disciplines. You'll explore how the fashion industry operates, from buying and merchandising to retail management. The course is awarded by University of the Arts London.
Who this course is for
The UAL Level 2 Diploma in Fashion, Business & Retail is designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress to further study and training in a range of fashion business and retail disciplines. The qualification is designed for students who have an interest in the fashion industry providing them with the opportunity to progress into fashion design, fashion business and retail. The course is aimed at students who wish to explore and extend their interes
What you will learn
You'll explore how fashion retail businesses operate, from buying to sales.
You'll develop knowledge of fashion merchandising and product presentation.
You'll study how fashion brands reach and communicate with customers.
You'll learn about the commercial side of the fashion industry.
You'll build an understanding of retail operations and stock management.
You'll investigate current trends and how they influence fashion business decisions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combining taught lessons, practical activities, and project work. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the different areas of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Uxbridge will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Fashion retail assistant, supporting customers and managing stock on the shop floor.
Visual merchandiser, creating product displays to drive sales in store.
Buying assistant, supporting buyers in selecting and sourcing fashion products.
Fashion sales advisor, advising customers and meeting sales targets.
Retail supervisor, overseeing day-to-day operations in a fashion store.
E-commerce assistant, supporting online fashion retail and product listings.
What you could study next
UAL Level 3 Diploma in Fashion Business, the natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into fashion retail and buying.
Level 3 Diploma in Retail Management, useful if you want to move into store management or operations.
A foundation or degree programme in Fashion Business, Fashion Buying, or Fashion Marketing at a university or arts college, building on the UAL qualification.
