This short-term course in Fashion Merchandising & Boutique Management is designed for people who want to build a career in fashion retail or start their own boutique. In just 2 months, you will learn how to plan collections, manage inventory, understand customer trends & promote fashion products effectively.
Fashion Merchandising & Boutique Management is a unique, business-focused programme offered by very few institutions in India. It is designed for ambitious students and aspiring entrepreneurs who want to build a career on the commercial side of fashion - combining creativity with management, marketing and industry strategy.
You will learn how to launch your own fashion brand, manage a boutique, forecast trends, handle visual displays, control costs and communicate effectively with buyers - all within a structured 2-month online curriculum designed to match what the industry actually demands today.
8 subjects covering every dimension of fashion merchandising - from boutique operations and visual displays to costing, communication and trend forecasting.
Students are assessed through projects, presentations, case research & analysis, and a final online examination at the end of the course.
| Paper / Subject | S (Project) | E (Exam) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandising & Visual Merchandising | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Sampling & Scheduling | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Costing | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Communication & Marketing | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Fashion Forecasting | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Assignment & Project | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Grand Total | 120 | 480 | 600 |
Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks separately in both the Sessional (S) and Online Examination (E) components to obtain the certificate.
Apply for CourseAfter completing this course, you can explore roles such as fashion merchandiser, boutique manager, retail planner, or even start your own fashion brand. The course focuses on real-world skills that help you understand both the creative and business side of fashion.
Run day-to-day boutique operations - from inventory and pricing to visual layout and customer experience management.
Design compelling in-store and window displays for fashion retail outlets, showrooms and brand studios.
Combine strategic insights and marketing to ensure products reach maximum consumers and generate optimum profit.
Launch your own fashion brand or boutique with full knowledge of costing, sourcing, marketing and client handling.
Handle promotional mix, advertising and brand communication for fashion labels, textile brands and retail chains.
Study global fashion movements, identify emerging trends and advise brands on upcoming design and market directions.
WIFD has been shaping fashion careers since 2009. Your certificate comes backed by 17+ years of educational credibility and industry trust.
100% online delivery means you study from your home, your city, your schedule - without relocating or leaving your current work or family commitments.
No year-long commitment. In just 2 months, you cover 8 subjects, submit projects, sit your exams and walk away with an industry-recognised certificate.
Every subject is aligned with what real fashion businesses need - from TNA planning and costing to visual display and buyer communication.
Whether you want to start your own boutique or manage a brand's retail floor, this course gives you the exact skills and knowledge to act independently.
Bharat Sevak Award 2024, Global Education Achievement Award 2022 and International Pride Awards 2021 - your learning happens at an institution with proven national recognition.
The assessment model includes real projects and case research - so you graduate with practical work samples, not just a theory score on a paper.
Significantly lower fees than metro city alternatives, with flexible instalment options so finances never stand between you and your career goals.
Hear from our students across Kozhikode (Calicut) and beyond...
"I really enjoyed this course. It opened my thoughts and provided lots of inspiration. I always wanted to learn about fashion and garment making. I learnt so many creative things and ideas from my teachers and from their experiences. The course is very interesting for those who are passionate about Fashion. It has helped me to improve my creative skills. I'm proud to be a part of this institute"
- 🎓 2017
"My confidence and strength during the course in WIFD was the inspiration I got from the teachers who are my role models. I was able to create my own designs after one month of joining the course. That is my most wonderful achievement in WIFD. Even though I'm a student now, I'm earning in my designing work and I'm completely satisfied for the fees I pay"
- 🎓 2019
"Waves Institute is one of the best fashion institutes in Kozhikode. It provides an excellent platform to learn, implement and experiment enough knowledge in Fashion Designing and I personally enjoyed every single day. Their innovative approach of teaching pave way for aspiring students"
- 🎓 2017
"I am happy to inform that I was able to gain a lot of knowledge regarding fashion from WIFD. We had lot of opportunities to showcase and enhance our potentials. We were also able to discover our inner talents. We were also given chances to present our seminars, from that too we were able to learn a lot. The industrial visit we had, was much beneficial to us. Also, we were able to learn about the basics of Ramp Walk. Thank you WIFD for enriching me with my Fashion Talents"
- 🎓 2017
"Joining Fashion Designing course in Waves Institute of Fashion Designing in 2018 was the best decision I have ever taken in my life. The experience in the institute, the facilities and qualified faculty are really worth mentioning. The diploma course helped me in a far way to find my creativity. As the course starts from the basics of the subject, it helped me very much in building my career"
- 🎓 2018
"My passion for Fashion Design started when I was 13 years old. Now I'm in this field for past 5 years. Waves Institute of Fashion Designing helped me to build my career. I'm absolutely happy with the course. The class timing was perfect for me. Their method of teaching was so good and the teachers were also so encouraging and supportive. Doing my dream job was the best thing I have ever done in my life, and I am proud to say that I have worked with wonderful designers from Calicut and Banglore. Thanks to Waves Institute for helping me to build my dream career"
- 🎓 2015
"Many Thanks to WIFD. Being a part of WIFD has been a wonderful and cherished experience. The faculty there are amazing, very friendly and always motivate us to practice more. My special thanks to Prakashini Ma'am, Mothi Ma'am, Fajna Ma'am and Arun Sir. I strongly recommend WIFD to everyone who is serious about making career in Fashion Designing. My Best Wishes"
- 🎓 2016
"I have gained great experience from Waves Institute of Fashion Designing and it helped me to build my career and it was a very good platform for this. Thanks a lot..."
- 🎓 2018
"I feel so proud and lucky to study at Waves Institute of Fashion Designing, which is the best and No.1 Institute of Fashion Designing in Calicut. The best thing about WIFD is the teachers who are so dedicated. The life at WIFD did show me a better world of fashion and changed my lifestyle. And I'm so happy that all the changes in my life are because of WIFD. Thanks a lot"
- 🎓 2017
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