Fashion Merchandising Program

The fashion merchandising program at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania prepares the student for careers as fashion merchandisers, buyers, visual merchandisers, sales representatives, and vendor relations specialist in retail or wholesale settings. The program focuses on promoting product line/brands, organized promotional campaigns at the wholesale level to attract retailer interest, wholesale purchasing, and supply contracts. Program courses include: evolution of fashion, fashion-trend forecasting, fashion media, fashion promotion, wholesaling, wholesale advertising, selling, and customer relations. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer fashion merchandising program.

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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (CHC)

9601 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is a public historically black institution located in Cheyney, Pennsylvania. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Approximately 1,600 students enroll at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania annually.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, admitting any students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be needed for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at cheyney.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $9,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 for the year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,500. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Wolves participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to learn more about Cheyney University of Pennsylvania can check out their website at http://www.cheyney.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

Description

Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, wholesale and retail buyers, except farm products employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $66480
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 590
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $64750
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $59930

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

Description

Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and scientific products employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.89
  • Average Annual Salary: $85050
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 6
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $68220
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.81
  • Average Annual Salary: $66160

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).