First session
8-16 July 2026
Nine-day residential session
In-person Programme
Fashion Management & Design
by National Student Leadership Conference
A residential New York fashion programme combining brand strategy, creative simulations, industry insights, leadership workshops and behind-the-scenes visits.
Last verified: 4 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
In-person Programme
Fashion Management & Design
by National Student Leadership Conference
A residential New York fashion programme combining brand strategy, creative simulations, industry insights, leadership workshops and behind-the-scenes visits.
Last verified: 4 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Fashion Management Programme at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Past
Eligibility
Completed one high-school year
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
New York City, NY
Cost
$4,595
Duration
9 days
Format
Residential, in-person
Business & EconomicsDesign
Accommodation: Supervised campus dormitory
Meals: On-campus meals included
Campus experience: Classes, simulations, trips and tours
Optional outcome: Separate 1-credit online course
Fashion Management Programme summary
Students explore the business of fashion, from brand ideation and consumer targeting to marketing, public relations and sustainability.
Practical work includes creating an advertising concept, collaborating on a sustainability proposal and pitching a brand to simulated investors.
The programme suits students who want to test both the creative and commercial sides of fashion while experiencing campus life and New York industry visits.
What is Fashion Management & Design?
Fashion Management & Design is an NSLC pre-college programme exploring how fashion brands move from an initial idea to the market. Its academic focus connects creativity, craftsmanship and innovation with branding, marketing, public relations and commercial strategy.
Students learn through experiential simulations, leadership workshops and interaction with industry speakers. New York trips and tours add behind-the-scenes context, while residential campus life introduces students to university classrooms, roommates and greater independence.
Why Succeed highlights Fashion Management Programme
The programme treats fashion as both a creative discipline and a commercial industry.
Students produce concrete work through advertising, sustainability and brand-pitch simulations.
Industry speakers and visits provide perspectives beyond classroom discussion.
Leadership workshops develop communication, listening, resilience and empathy alongside subject study.
Residential campus life gives students a structured preview of living and learning away from home.
Who is Fashion Management Programme for?
Best for
Students curious about fashion branding, marketing and entrepreneurship who enjoy collaborative, presentation-led learning.
Not ideal if
You want a specialist garment-construction course, a non-residential option or a formally assessed academic qualification.
Is Fashion Management Programme worth it?
It can be worthwhile for a student who wants to test whether the commercial side of fashion genuinely interests them. The combination of simulations, speakers, city visits and residential campus life offers broader career exploration than a classroom-only course.
The main limitation is value for money: the verified residential fee is substantial, and optional college credit costs extra. Students should judge the programme by its practical learning and career insight rather than treating the university venue or attendance alone as an admissions advantage.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
$4,595; includes Supervised campus housing, On-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation.
Accommodation
Supervised campus dormitory
Meals
On-campus meals included
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
9 days; New York City, NY.
What to check before committing
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Compare with similar programmesHow much preparation does Fashion Management Programme need?
Effort level
Moderate to high
Best started
Begin planning two to three months before your preferred session, allowing longer for travel, funding or scholarship preparation.
Main challenge
Turning creative ideas into a commercially convincing brand pitch.
Typical preparation
Choose two fashion brands and compare their audiences, visual identity and pricing.
Practise explaining a brand idea in a short spoken pitch.
Read about one sustainability challenge affecting fashion and consider possible responses.
Plan funding, travel and required enrollment materials well before session availability becomes tight.
Useful if
You already follow fashion brands and want to understand their business decisions.
What do students do on Fashion Management Programme?
Students move from examining fashion brands to developing and presenting ideas of their own, supported by leadership workshops, speakers and industry-focused visits.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Define a brand and identify its target consumer.
- 2
Mock up an advertising campaign for the brand’s products.
- 3
Explore how public relations builds interest before a launch.
- 4
Collaborate on a response to a fashion sustainability issue.
- 5
Present a brand pitch to a group of simulated investors.
- 6
Learn from guest speakers with practical industry experience.
- 7
Visit fashion, design and cultural sites around New York.
Fashion Management Programme dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Second session
20-28 July 2026
Nine-day residential session
Applications
Rolling admissions
Accepted while programme or waitlist space remains
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First session | 8-16 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Second session | 20-28 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Reference date | Get next-cycle reminder |
Eligibility and requirements
Ages 14-18
Completed at least one year of high school
Eligible through summer following high school graduation
Academic excellence and leadership ability encouraged
How much does Fashion Management Programme cost?
Residential tuition
$4,595 — Verified 2026 programme fee
Funding or discounts
- Scholarships: Usually $500-$1,000 — Financial need must be demonstrated
- Payment plans: Monthly payments
- Optional college credit: $1,044 — Separate online one-credit course
What's included
Supervised campus housing, On-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation
How to apply to Fashion Management Programme
- 1
Check that the student meets the age and high-school attendance requirements.
- 2
Open the NSLC online enrollment portal and create or enter an NSLC ID.
- 3
Complete the online application with the requested student details.
- 4
Place the required deposit by credit or debit card, or contact NSLC about paying by check.
- 5
After acceptance, use the student account for travel, packing and session information.
What does Fashion Management Programme cover?
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Brand Development
Define a fashion brand, its identity and its target consumer.
Marketing and Advertising
Create a compelling mock advertising campaign for fashion products.
Public Relations
Explore how PR strategies generate attention before a product launch.
Sustainable Fashion
Investigate an industry sustainability issue and propose a team response.
Brand Pitching
Practise public speaking by pitching a brand to simulated investors.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
Who teaches on Fashion Management Programme?
Students interact with guest speakers from varied professional backgrounds who contribute practical knowledge and real-world fashion-industry perspectives. Past speakers have included senior figures from luxury, beauty, styling, consulting and fashion businesses.
Past speakers are examples and are not a promise of the next cycle’s line-up.
Where do students stay on Fashion Management Programme?
Residential plan
- Campus housing: All participants live in supervised campus dormitories.
- Meals: On-campus meals are provided through campus dining services.
- Overnight supervision: Team Advisors also serve as Resident Advisors on student floors.
- Campus experience: Students use university classrooms, navigate campus and live with roommates.
- Trips and activities: Tuition includes listed activities, tours and event transportation.
Students are normally housed with one or two roommates on a floor with students in their age range.
What happens after Fashion Management Programme?
After completing this programme, participants often pursue:
Use the experience to test interest in fashion business or design study.
Develop a brand concept and campaign idea for later reflection.
Build public-speaking experience through an investor-style brand pitch.
Draw on academic and leadership experiences in future application reflections.
Optionally complete a separate one-credit American University online course.
The college-credit course is optional, online, outside programme dates and charged separately.
Where does Fashion Management Programme take place?
The programme takes place in New York City using Columbia University facilities. Students combine campus-based study with possible visits to fashion businesses, design institutions, cultural attractions and major city landmarks.
NSLC is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Columbia University, and listed trips may vary.
Fashion Management Programme FAQs
Students explore fashion branding, target consumers, advertising, public relations and sustainability. They also examine how creativity and commerce shape a brand’s market position.
No. The emphasis is on fashion management and the journey from brand idea to market, although creativity and craftsmanship form part of the wider context.
Activities include defining a brand, creating a mock advertising campaign, proposing a response to a sustainability issue and presenting a brand pitch to simulated investors.
Yes. The format includes guest speakers and possible trips to fashion businesses, design institutions and cultural sites around New York.
Yes. Participants are required to live in supervised campus dormitories, and housing and on-campus meals are included in tuition.
Programmes use smaller groups with dedicated Team Advisors. These staff also serve as Resident Advisors on student floors, supported by an on-site administrative team.
An optional one-credit American University course is available online outside the programme dates. It is separate from the campus programme and requires additional tuition.
NSLC says campus dining services can accommodate dietary allergies and restrictions when preferences are completed in the student profile.
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- FSHN NY by NSLC - Flipsnack
- NSLC Online Enrollment
- Youth Leadership Programs | National Student Leadership Conference
- Frequently Asked Questions | National Student Leadership Conference
- Summer Program Scholarships | National Student Leadership Conference
- Fashion Management & Design | National Student Leadership Conference
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