Units

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Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013

Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.

Rationale

The fashion industry is a fast paced, complex and sometimes chaotic system that requires continuous research and analysis for profitability. While design is an important component of the system, sustainable business strategies, industry and consumer trends drive the success of any fashion brand. By developing knowledge of the complexities of the fashion industry and its supply chains, this unit will provide a base for students wishing to pursue the subject of fashion as a major, second major or minor.

Aims

This unit aims to provide the learner with a foundational knowledge of the complexities of the fashion system through business, industry, supply chain, marketing and media strategies.

Objectives

On completion of this unit you should be able to:
1. Apply a basic knowledge and understanding of the international, national and local fashion industries.
2. Research and analyse industry trends and their potential for sustainable business and communication practices in the global marketplace.
3. Analyse the potential for sustainable careers in the contemporary fashion system.
4. Apply written, oral and visual communication skills in the presentation of an analysis and evaluation of a contemporary fashion business/label.

Content

This unit addresses content such as:
- Fashion business and communication models
- Supply chain logistics
- Sustainable business practices for the fashion industry
- Careers in the fashion industry
- Trend spotting for future business success in the fashion industry

Approaches to Teaching and Learning

Lectures, tutorials, guest speakers, research (including fieldwork) and reports on national fashion businesses will enhance the 'real world' approach to this unit.

Assessment

LATE ASSIGNMENTS
An assignment submitted after the due date without an approved extension will not be marked. If you are unable to complete your assignment on time, you should submit on time whatever work you have done.

Faculty Assessment Information
To access the Creative Industries Faculty Assessment Information see the Blackboard site for this unit.FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT
Description: You will receive formative feedback on your progress in this unit through tutorials and discussions throughout the semester.
Weight 0%

Assessment name: Report
Description: (Summative and Formative) Report on a contemporary fashion/industry trend through blog and fieldwork.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 4
Weight: 20%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Early Semester

Assessment name: Presentation (Oral or Group)
Description: Research (including interviews) a current fashion career and analyse its potential for longevity in the fashion industry.
Relates to objectives: 1, 3, 4
Weight: 20%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: Mid Semester

Assessment name: Business Report
Description: Research and analyse the current business and communication strategies of an existing fashion label and make recommendations for its future success in the global marketplace.
Relates to objectives: 1, 2, 4
Weight: 60%
Internal or external: Internal
Group or individual: Individual
Due date: End Semester

Academic Honesty

QUT is committed to maintaining high academic standards to protect the value of its qualifications. To assist you in assuring the academic integrity of your assessment you are encouraged to make use of the support materials and services available to help you consider and check your assessment items. Important information about the university's approach to academic integrity of assessment is on your unit Blackboard site.

A breach of academic integrity is regarded as Student Misconduct and can lead to the imposition of penalties.

Resource materials

Required Text(s)
There is no set text for this unit.

Recommended References
These will be detailed in Week 1 on the unit Blackboard site.

Risk assessment statement

There are no undue risks associated with this unit.

Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.

Last modified: 05-Oct-2012