FASH 2560 - Buying & Merchandise Math

Fashion Merchandising
Previous Course Number: MNGT 215

This course focuses on the main functions of a buyer and the buyer’s role in maximizing profit. Topics include: how a buyer purchases brand name versus private label merchandise, vendor/resource negotiations, and communicating and presenting the merchandise strategy to the consumer. Students are introduced to all of the factors that buyers need to affect profits. Profit and loss statements, pricing (initial pricing and markdowns), and planning sales are discussed.
credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): FASH 1210, MATH 0510