MSTSS00001 Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Buying Skill Set

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MSTSS00001 Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Buying Skill Set

Modification History

New skill set.

Description

This skill set provides the skills and knowledge to purchase textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) items, or ranges of items, for resale in a wholesale and/or retail environment. It covers the requirement to interpret trends, identify gaps in the market and anticipate demand and supply within a set timeframe.

Pathways Information

These units can provide a pathway into the MST50119 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising, or the MST60119 Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising. They may also provide a pathway for those who have completed qualifications with specialisations in areas other than Fashion Business.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.

Skill Set Requirements

BSBMKG507	Interpret market trends and development
MSTFD4003	Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts
MSTFD4023	Calculate cost estimates for TCF products
MSTFD5028	Develop merchandising plans for fashion products
MSTGN4014	Produce and analyse spreadsheets
MSTGN5008	Identify opportunities in the TCF market

Target Group

This skill set is suitable for those who work in the fashion industry and who require the skills and knowledge carry out a range of tasks related to buying ranges of textiles, clothing or footwear for resale, or products and services for the manufacture of those items.

Suggested words for Statement of Attainment

This skill set meets the requirements of the fashion industry to purchase textiles, clothing or footwear for resale in a wholesale and/or retail environment. It covers the requirement to interpret trends, identify gaps in the market and anticipate demand and supply within a set timeframe in the textiles, clothing or footwear (TCF) market

Custom Content Section

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