MSc in Fashion Buying and Management

Technological University Dublin | Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 14,500
(c. USD16,743.59)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

A fashion buyer's role ranks among the most coveted positions in the industry. Beyond the glitzy perception of globe-trotting professionals handpicking runway collections lies a multifaceted career demanding diverse competencies. These retail strategists bear full responsibility for curating store inventories that drive profitability, requiring constant trend awareness, sharp commercial acumen, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Blending fashion expertise with financial savvy, buyers determine merchandise selections, brand assortments, and must anticipate customer preferences. While nurturing partnerships with established labels, they continuously scout for fresh talent and emerging styles. In the pre-social media era, discovery primarily occurred through trade exhibitions, professional connections, editorial recommendations, or unsolicited designer submissions. Now, Instagram has become an indispensable platform for identifying and contacting new brands.

Destination of Study

Ireland

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The programme is aimed at honours bachelor degree graduates (minimum 2.2 Honours) of universities or similar third level institutions who have a strong desire to succeed in the fashion industry. Holders of equivalent professional qualifications, by examination, will also be considered. The programme is conducted in English so a strong working knowledge of English (Minimum 6.5 IELTS or equivalent) is required.

ETAPP: C1 (or higher)

TOEFL Paper Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 550

TOEFL Computer Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 213

TOEFL Internet Based Test: 92

GCE O Level English: Grade C

GCSE English: Grade C

Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level: Grade D

Norwegian Vitnemal: Grade Average 4

Pearson PTE Academic 62

Cambridge English Language Examinations: 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE): Grade A (CEFR Level C1)

Tuition EUR 14,500