Sustainable Fashion Value Chain (Classroom and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to manage sustainability across the entire fashion value chain. In sustainable fashion, learners will develop a strong foundation in global sustainability trends, business opportunities, and strategies that drive responsible practices in the fashion and textile industry.
Participants will explore the complete supply chain, from raw material sourcing to design, manufacturing, marketing, and retail operations, with a strong focus on sustainability principles. Through case studies, discussions, and hands-on projects, learners will gain practical insights into integrating sustainability into product development, manufacturing, and branding strategies.
Designed for professionals seeking to future-proof their careers and businesses, this course emphasizes applying green practices, developing sustainable business models, and marketing strategies that resonate with both global brands and conscious consumers. By the end of the training, learners will be equipped with the tools to plan, implement, and manage sustainability initiatives across the fashion industry value chain.
What You'll Learn
1. Analyse the global garment and textile fashion supply chain
– Understand key stages, stakeholders, and sustainability challenges in the industry.
2. Explain the principles of sustainability and their impact on society, environment, and economy
– Identify the triple-bottom-line implications of business decisions.
3. Apply sustainability strategies to different stages of the fashion supply chain
– Integrate sustainable practices in sourcing, design, production, and distribution.
4. Develop sustainable fashion products and business models
– Create innovative approaches that align profitability with environmental and social responsibility.
5. Formulate marketing strategies for sustainable fashion brands and products
– Position and promote offerings effectively to global brands and sustainability-driven consumers.
6. Evaluate sustainability issues in raw material sourcing
– Assess ethical, ecological, and social implications of textile and apparel material choices.
7. Apply green manufacturing principles
– Implement environmentally friendly practices to reduce waste, energy use, and carbon footprint.
8. Plan and manage sustainable retail store operations
– Incorporate eco-conscious strategies in merchandising, customer engagement, and store management.
Entry Requirements
MINIMUM AGE:
▪ 21 YEARS OLD
SINGAPOREAN / SINGAPORE PR:
▪ GCE ‘O’ LEVEL CREDITS WITH MINIMUM GRADE C6 FOR 3 SUBJECTS, INCLUDING ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS; OR
▪ WSQ ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN FASHION TECHNOLOGY; OR
▪ ADVANCED CERTIFICATE FROM ANY PEI; OR
▪ HIGHER NITEC
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS:
▪ GCE "O" LEVEL CREDITS WITH A MINIMUM OF C6; OR
▪ IELTS SCORE 5.5 OR TOEFL SCORE 46; OR
▪ PASS TEMBUSU INSTITUTE'S ENGLISH TEST
STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE BASIC COMPUTING SKILLS, I.E., TURN ON THE LAPTOP, USE THE MOUSE, DRAG AND DROP FILES, USE ONLINE SEARCH ENGINES FOR RESEARCH, AND BE A COMPETENT USER OF MICROSOFT OFFICE.