In the dynamic realm of fashion and luxury, the Major in Fashion and Luxury Business empowers you with the comprehensive business expertise to navigate the intricacies of this captivating industry, from legislation to business models and everything in between.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
- Gain a holistic understanding of the fashion and luxury business landscape: Delve into the depths of this industry, encompassing its rich history, cultural significance, and the latest trends and innovations shaping its future.
- Gain the skills needed for successful fashion and luxury management: Develop a comprehensive understanding of management techniques, business strategies, and operational processes specific to fashion and luxury firms, preparing you to lead organisations to success.
- Sharpen your strategic decision-making acumen: Hone your ability to analyse complex business scenarios, evaluate global market opportunities, and make sound strategic decisions that drive organisational growth and sustainability.
RELEVANCE AND IMPACT
- Drive business success in the fashion and luxury sectors: Apply your knowledge and skills to help companies achieve sustainable growth, maintain their competitive edge, and navigate the ever-evolving industry landscape.
- Contribute to the future of fashion and luxury: Contribute to the development of innovative products, experiences, and marketing strategies that captivate and inspire consumers worldwide, while upholding the industry’s rich heritage and cultural significance.
- Stand out as an emerging business leader: Become a valuable asset to any organisation, with your in-depth understanding of industry dynamics, business acumen, and strategic decision-making abilities.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Embark on a diverse range of career paths: Pursue fulfilling roles in various aspects of the fashion and luxury industry, including communication and image management, operations and supply chain, visual merchandising, digital marketing, product and brand management, luxury and fashion consultancy, and more.
- Prepare for leadership positions in fashion and luxury: Gain the expertise and strategic thinking necessary to advance to managerial and executive roles, overseeing the operations and strategic direction of fashion and luxury brands, shaping their future success.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE WORLD
- Enhance the aesthetic landscape of society: Contribute to the creation of beautiful, inspiring, and culturally significant fashion and luxury products that enrich the lives of consumers worldwide.
- Promote responsible and sustainable practices: Advocate for ethical and environmentally conscious approaches to fashion and luxury production and consumption, ensuring the industry’s positive impact on society and the environment.
Join Luiss Business School and become a business leader in the captivating world of fashion and luxury. New chic starts with you.
GENERAL MANAGEMENT COURSES
The General Management Courses provide students with the business management foundations needed to understand the new concepts that will be introduced during the core and advanced courses. This is a shared education track for all Majors of the Master in International Management, and includes:
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- International Economics
- Strategic Management
- Organization & People Management
- Corporate Sustainability
- Marketing
- Planning and control for Internationalisation
CORE COURSES
The Core Courses introduce students to industry-focused concepts that are specific to this Master’s Degree Programme:
- CRM & Promotion
- Organization & People Management in Luxury and Fashion Firms
- Branding
- Brand Strategies in Fashion and Luxury Industries
- Operation & Supply Chain Management
- Business Models in Fashion and Luxury Industry
- Management Control
ADVANCED COURSES
The Advanced Courses, which provide students with an in-depth perspective on specific aspects of international business, adopt a more practical approach:
- Market & Key Players
- Consumer Behaviour in fashion and Luxury Industries
- Channel & distribution Management
- Legal Issues in Fashion and Luxury Markets
- Communication
- Product & Merchandising
- Focus Areas
- Fashion History
- Store Concept & Design
For more information on the content of this Master’s Degree Programme, please download the brochure or schedule an info session.
Scientific Directors
Daniela Della Rosa, Adjunct Professor of Luiss Business School
Carlo Fei, Adjunct Professor and Professor of Practice of Luiss Business School
Scientific Committee
Pietro Beccari, Chairman and CEO Louis Vuitton
Gianluca Brozzetti, Ceo Buccellati
Claudia D’Arpizio, Partner Bain & Co. Italy
Ferruccio Ferragamo, President Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A.
Alberto Festa, Scientific Director of the Major in Luxury Management
Olivia Mariotti, Scientific Director of the Major in Fashion Management
Matteo Marzotto, Entrepreneur and Manager
Giacomo Moletto, Chief Operating Officer Hearst Europe at Hearst Magazines
Massimo Paloni, Global Supply Chain Executive Vice President Bulgari
Fulvio Peppucci, General Manager – The Level Group
Luca Pirolo, Head of Master Programmes, Luiss Business School
Stefano Sassi, Strategic Consultant at ETRO
Martino Scabbia Guerrini, President of Contemporary & Jeanswear Brands of VF International
The Master in Fashion and Luxury Business –Major in International Management is a one-year Master of Science.
It is accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education as a “Master Universitario di Primo Livello” and provides students with at least 65 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).
The Master’s Diploma and ECTS will be awarded to participants who have passed all mandatory exams and assessment tests.
TUITION FEE
The tuition fee for the Major in Fashion and Luxury Business is € 18,000*. Payment is made in four instalments. Tuition includes materials and access to all Luiss Business School facilities.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FEE WAIVERS
Luiss Business School offers different funding opportunities, including scholarships, early-bird savings, reductions and loans. Fee waivers cannot be combined with any other waiver, scholarship or sponsorship support.
LUISS BUSINESS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
Luiss Business School offers deserving candidates up to 3 partial scholarships (covering up to 25% of the tuition fee). The scholarships will be granted based on merit. All candidates will be considered for this award. Candidates will be assessed on:
- Academic track record (final grade, GPA);
- Admission test scores;
- English proficiency;
- Technical competences (Office, Adobe, etc.);
- Proven expertise or personal acknowledgement;
- Certifications;
- International experience.
FEE WAIVERS
- Participants who have already attended a Luiss Business School programme or are Luiss Guido Carli graduates are entitled to a 10% fee reduction.
- Any company (or VAT holder) that enrols one individual is entitled to a 10% fee reduction
- Any company (or VAT holder) that enrols multiple individuals in the same programme is entitled to a 20% fee reduction
- 15% Early Bird fee reduction for all participants that enrol before December 20th, 2023.
- 10% Early Bird fee reduction for all participants that enrol before April 30th, 2024.
FINANCIAL AID
All candidates can independently:
- seek funding from their current or future employer;
- apply for external scholarships.
ADMISSION PROCESS
To enrol in this Master’s Degree Programme it is necessary to pass the admission test which assesses your skills, motivation and potential. The Admission Test will be held via WebEx. To start the process, send the Application Form and the rest of the documentation to master@luissbusinessschool.nl. Here is a checklist of the documentation needed.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Undergraduate/Bachelor/HBO Degree in any discipline
ADMISSION TEST
The Admission Test consists of:
- English Test: two written tests with open and multiple-choice questions (applicants with valid TOEFL/IELTS scores can be exempted from the English test).
- Logic Test – Inductive, Numerical, Deductive: one written test with multiple choice questions (applicants with valid GMAT/GRE scores can be exempted from the Logic test).
- Personal Interviews: two interviews consisting of an English language evaluation and an assessment of the academic path and self-motivation.
EXEMPTION FROM THE ADMISSION TEST
If you have valid TOEFL/IELTS and/or GMAT/GRE scores, you can insert your scores in the application form to be exempted from the English and/or Logic test. You will still be required to take part in personal interviews.
GMAT/GRE for the Logic test: We do not require a minimum score. The GMAT and GRE scores of admitted applicants vary across classes, however it is very unusual for us to accept candidates with a total GMAT score below 550 and a total GRE score below 145.
IELTS/TOEFL for the English Test: We require a minimum score of IELTS 7.0 and TOEFL 100 as evidence of your advanced English level.
To join a Master’s Degree Programme at Luiss Business School Amsterdam, a European passport is required. If you have a non-European passport, you can continue your orientation for a Master’s Degree Programme on the main website of Luiss Business School (Italy) here.
