PG Diploma in Fashion Design

Eligibility

Graduation (Any Stream)

Duration

2 Years

Campus

ADM X JD Institute – Kochi

Certification

JD Institute

Course Overview

PG Diploma in Fashion Design is a two-year postgraduate program offered by the Academy of Design & Management, Cochin, in association with JD Institute of Fashion Technology – one of India’s leading fashion institutions. This dynamic program is designed for aspiring fashion professionals who aim to become creative leaders and innovators in the industry.

 

The curriculum blends strong theoretical foundations with intensive practical training, enabling students to build their creative identity while developing essential skills in both fashion and business. The program offers in-depth learning in textile design, fashion illustration, garment construction, and the sociocultural impact of fashion. Students gain the ability to study trends, develop forecasts, and design research-driven fashion collections.

 

With an emphasis on digital proficiency and entrepreneurship, the PG Diploma in Fashion Design prepares students to become responsible, future-ready pioneers capable of shaping and redefining the global fashion landscape.

The PG Diploma in Fashion Design at ADM is designed to offer an exceptional blend of creative development and strategic business learning. The program combines classroom sessions, interactive seminars, and hands-on projects to help students build a strong foundation in fashion design and its management.

 

A key highlight of the curriculum is the integration of AI-based tools for trend forecasting and supply chain optimization, enabling students to develop the modern skills required to efficiently manage fashion enterprises. The program also places strong emphasis on marketing, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving, preparing learners to navigate and excel in an evolving industry.

 

Students explore a wide range of topics, including innovative design processes, fabric and garment construction, fashion illustration, and brand management. They also gain expertise in trend analysis and media strategy, ensuring readiness for the dynamic demands of today’s fashion world.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the PG Diploma in Fashion Design will:

The program focuses on building strong creative, critical, and analytical skills, while fostering meaningful industry connections. Students are guided to develop their own creative identity, gain an advanced understanding of fashion’s evolving potential, and recognize the field’s responsiveness to contemporary global trends.

Throughout the course, learners acquire in-depth knowledge of apparel and textile design, production processes, consumer behaviour, supply chain operations, and the key parameters that shape modern fashion practice.

The comprehensive training offered through the program opens up diverse and rewarding career opportunities, ensuring students are well-prepared for long-term success in the fashion industry.

Career Opportunities

The PG Diploma in Fashion Design at ADM equips graduates to pursue diverse and dynamic career paths within the fashion industry. Students can build careers as Fashion Designers, Production Managers, Visual Merchandisers, or Design Managers.

 

Beyond core design and production roles, graduates can also explore opportunities in media and trend analysis, public relations, branding, and fashion communication. The program further opens pathways into specialized areas such as quality control and research methodologies, ensuring students are prepared to excel in multiple facets of the global fashion landscape.

Syllabus

SEMESTER I
  • Course ID

    Course Title

    Course Type

  • MAIF

    Fashion Thinking & Design Process

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Pattern Making Techniques

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Garment Making Techniques

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Fashion Figure Drawing

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Textile Appreciation

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Surface Design Techniques

    Practical

  • Course ID

    Course Title

    Course Type

  • MAIF

    Pattern Making

    Practical

  • MAIF

    GMT

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Textile Processing

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Fashion Rendering

    Practical

  • MAIF

    CAD – I

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Electives

  • Course ID

    Course Title

    Course Type

  • MAIF

    Research Methodology

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Fashion Merchandising

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Fashion Forecasting

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Sustainable Design Practices

    Theory

  • MAIF

    CAD – II

    Practical

  • MAIF

    Thesis I

  • Course ID

    Course Title

    Course Type

  • MAIF

    Visual Merchandising & Retailing Styling

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Marketing & Brand Management

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Entrepreneurship & Professional Practices

    Theory

  • MAIF

    Thesis II

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