FCS 2260 - Fashion/Retail Buying

Fundamentals of merchandising mathematics, its relationship to buying, and use in the fashion/retail industry. Includes elements of profit and loss statements, purchase discounts, dating, markup, markdown, turnover, and open-to-buy. Also includes sources of buying information, and responsibilities of buyers in various types of firms.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Completion of a college-level mathematics or quantitative reasoning course (MATH 1100 or STAT 1600), with a minimum grade of “C” or better.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors and minors in Fashion Merchandising and Design.

When Offered: Spring