Business & Information Technology Division

Business: Fashion Buying & Merchandising

Janet Evelyn-Dorsey
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8240

Janet Ciccarelli
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8391

Janice Jenny
(315) 866-0300 or toll free 1-888-GO-4-HCCC, ext. 8245

Program Summary

This program prepares students for careers in the fashion buying and fashion merchandising fields. Graduates may be prepared for a variety of positions including retailing, advertising, public relations, fashion merchandising, retail and wholesale sales, retail management, buying, and other positions within the retail industry.

Program of Study at Herkimer

Click Fashion Buying & Merchandising for the current program of study page.

Skill Requirements

People who work in the fashion industry have a special energy, creativity, pace and enjoy challenges. Generally speaking, you must be energetic, flexible, personable and professional. You should also have excellent communication skills and be able to handle constant changes, including a willingness to work a flexible schedule. A pleasant personality and good manners are also important. Prior experience in the retail industry is helpful but not required.

Nature of the Work

Retail and wholesale environments, showrooms, display, etc.

Job Outlook

Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in the fashion buying and fashion merchandising fields. Examples include retailing, buying, retail management, distribution, public relations, advertising and sales within the fashion industry.