With a strong focus on employability and social responsibility, MSc International Fashion Business Management is aimed at applicants from a variety of backgrounds who want to gain a professional understanding of the fashion industry. The programme structure allows fashion creatives to continue their creative practice whilst gaining a sound knowledge of international fashion business, as well as applicants who would like to establish their own fashion brand or business in this competitive globalised industry. This course will equip graduates with the key skills required to help evolve the fashion industry to become more ethically conscious, socially progressive and environmentally sustainable. Students will gain experience in both the strategic and creative aspects of fashion, business and management. They will develop knowledge of business, environmental, social and cultural contexts, underpinning the strategic and creative process with theoretical knowledge in an ever-changing global market. The character and culture of Manchester is embedded in this course. As an international city that attracts global brands and has a flourishing independent fashion economy, students can avail of a range of different learning experiences. Through a range of live project briefs and opportunities for collaboration, students are encouraged to challenge the status-quo and produce a creative industry portfolio that demonstrates their distinct skills and experience to prospective employers.Career prospectsUpon successful completion of this postgraduate degree, graduates will not only meet the immediate needs of a global industry, but will also be equipped to lead on the development of innovative new products and technological practice, to establish their own fashion business, to drive competitive advantage, and to thrive in a climate of continuous change in the design, communication, and business areas. The portfolio or body of work that is completed throughout this programme will map onto each student’s needs and interests, dependent on their chosen path.Therefore, whether it be industry employment, an entrepreneurial venture, social enterprise, freelance work or further postgraduate study that is their ambition, graduates will be well-prepared to transition into employment.Previous graduates made use of their assignments and tutors’ guidance to prepare and launch their own fashion brands and businesses after graduation, others have gone on to work in roles across the world, such as business manager, brandingmarketing executive, social media marketing executive, buyer and merchandiser.