Key Information

  • IFA Paris is a certified FEDE Institution
  • Duration: 2 weeks (78 hours)
  • Language: English
  • Campuses:  Paris, Istanbul, Online
  • Next intakes: July 2022, Oct. 2022
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  • Application fee: €50
  • Tuition fee:
    Paris €1,800
    Istanbul €1,800
    Online €800
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Introduction

The definition of luxury is intimately linked with societal changes. The classes in the Foundation of Luxury Business Training Module explores the latest changes in the industry according to the perspective of individual segments.

This training module is part of the Fashion Luxury Business Short Course.

The online program takes place live and in real-time (Paris or Istanbul local time) and you will interact with the lecturer and other students through our online platform. However, if you cannot attend or miss a live class, every session is also recorded and saved, so you can go back and watch it at a later suitable time for you.

Module Structure

  • 78 hours total:
    • Luxury Concepts (21 hours):

    A module geared at critically questioning and analyzing the classic definition of luxury relying solely on the variables of rarity and exclusivity

    • Segment Discoveries (15 hours):

    An interactive foray into 5 different industry segments through interactive experiences. Students will deal with a luxury jeweller, a plumassier and a luxury hotel. They will also learn how to appreciate French gastronomy and oenology.

    • Omni Channel Distribution (21 hours):

    Traditional physical shops are slowly disappearing while legacy department stores in Paris are moving towards a better off-line to online integration. Students will explore the latest technologies that are transforming luxury brand distribution strategies.

    • Sustainable Luxury (21 hours):

    This module explores the key principles of brand sustainable development. An analytical overview of each level of the supply chain shall be covered through the integration of contemporary and practical case studies.

Admission Requirements

  • Recommended level of English is IELTS 5.5 (to fully understand and follow the course). The IELTS certificate is not required, but we just want to be certain that you will be able to comprehend the course.
  • min. 16 years old (Paris, Istanbul) and 13 years old (online)
  • Interest in fashion design

Documents to provide (in English or French or translated by a certified translator):

Fee Structure

Paris & Istanbul:
Tuition Fee: €1,800

Online:
Tuition fee: €800

Early bird discount (10%) for tuition fee payments processed at least 7 months in advance of the program start date.

What is included in the fee:

  • Microsoft Office Pack
  • Access to IFA’s Online Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Course Material
  • Lectures

What is not included in the fees:

  • Expenses related to module specific materials (ex: purchase of fabrics, future boards…etc)
  • Printing and photocopying costs

Material Requirements (Online)

  • A recent computer with a recent operating system
  • A good internet connection
  • An up-to-date web browser. (It would be advisable to ensure you have access to two separate web browsers)
  • Microphone & Headphones (a headset with microphone/headphones is recommended)
  • Webcam
  • Adobe Creative Cloud