Fashion Design, Technology, and Management - Design and Production
Bachelor of Science – B.S.
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Undergraduate
About the Program
Design a clothing line from scratch and bring it to life alongside fellow artists and visionaries. Get your hands on hardware, your eyes on industry-level software and see your designs worn across campus. Just outside L.A., you'll tap into global fashion trends, build a standout portfolio, and launch your career in the fashion industry.
The Polytechnic Experience
Develop and produce a line of clothing to sell at the Bronco Bookstore. Attend industry tradeshows, intern with established and emerging brands in the fashion creation and retail sectors, present research and creative work at academic conferences, and even study abroad in Italy.
Career Outcomes
Courses
Cal Poly Pomona's Design and Production option in the Bachelor of Science in Apparel Merchandising and Management (AMM) offers a thorough education in apparel product development, technical design, and production management. This option blends creative design with practical production skills, preparing students for various roles in the fashion industry. The curriculum features hands-on learning through real-world projects, including garment construction, digital design, and the use of advanced prototyping facilities, providing experiences equivalent to two years of industry work. Located in Los Angeles County, a major fashion center, the program allows students to engage directly with industry practices and trends. Graduates are equipped to take on roles in product design, development, and production management. With a focus on both creative and technical aspects of fashion, the program supports career readiness through small class sizes, personalized faculty attention, and opportunities to work on industry projects and internships. Students benefit from comprehensive facilities and the chance to develop a strong portfolio, ensuring they are well-prepared for a successful career in fashion design and production.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
The Apparel Merchandising & Management Scholarship
The AMM Scholarship recognizes students in the department who are academically strong and are pursuing their fashion career through polytechnic, learn by doing experiences.
Featured Faculty
"My research interests are driven by a desire to explore and improve our understanding of design and its impact on people and society ... and exploring new technical methods that can prove useful for designers."Seoha Min Associate Professor, Department of Apparel Merchandising and Management