Principles of Fashion Brand Management

SHE level 1
SCQF credit points 20.0
ECTS credit points 10.0
Module code M1N525550
Module Leader Louise McBride
School Glasgow School for Business and Society
Subject Fashion and Marketing
Trimester B (January start)

Summary of content

The purpose of this module is to equip students with a broad based knowledge and understanding of the nature and background of fashion branding and the operational aspects of managing an international fashion brand. The module introduces students to the concepts, principles and practicalities underlying the business discipline of fashion branding. It aims to provide them with an overview of the role of the branding and marketing functions within international fashion businesses. The module allows students to understand the relationship between the fashion brand and the dynamic external environment and incorporates discussion on the ethical fashion debate and the impact of technology. The final strand of the module looks at the main methods of market analysis, segmentation and positioning utilised by International fashion brands.
Summary of how PRME-related issues / topics are covered in this module :
The fashion business is recognised as a global industry and as such is affected by environmental issues, unethical practices and sustainability. Hence this module, takes account of these issues throughout the teaching, in particular the international fashion supply chain and garment production, and aims to inform and develop the students understanding and critical awareness of these issues.

Module details

Module structure

Activity Total hours
Lectures 12.00
Practicals 24.00
Seminars 12.00
Independent Learning 104.00
Assessment 48.00

Assessment methods

Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description
Course Work001 60 35 Individual Portfolio (week 12) 4 tasks (500 words / visual content approx 2 slides )
Course Work002 40 35 Group Report (week 14) 2000 words