+ Apparel Merchandising and Product Development

206 Johnston Hall, 419-372-2026

The apparel merchandising and product development (AMPD) program prepares students for entry-level careers in the global, multi-faceted apparel industry. The curriculum focuses on modern merchandising concepts that operate in a consumer-driven textile/apparel/retail complex. Courses include market knowledge, textile product knowledge, evaluation techniques, price control methods, computer applications, product development strategies, sourcing, and the global issues that influence textiles and apparel industries.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in apparel merchandising and product development are expected to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the process and mathematical calculations used to plan and control profits and inventories in textile and apparel businesses.
• Demonstrate competency in technical skills involved in the apparel product development processes.
• Understand the impact and apply technology to product development, merchandising, production, and selection of textile and apparel products.
• Understand the relationship between culturally diverse consumers and the consumer behavior process to achieve success in apparel business.

+ Apparel Merchandising and Product Development—with Fashion Institute of Technology option

Content (93 hours)

• AMPD 151, 251, 281, 312, 313, 351, 401, 402, 403, 414, 451 (33)
• AMPD 499 (30) (see faculty adviser for program requirements)
• COOP 050 (0)
• CS 100 (3)
• ECON 200 or higher (3)
• F&N 207, HDFS 107 or 408 (3)
• MKT 300 (3)
• Elective courses (15)
  Consider choosing 300- to 400-level courses from: BA, IPC, ART, ARTH, PSYC, FCS, AMPD, SOC, MKT, MGMT, ENG, foreign language or VCT