Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, B.S.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.

Marketing

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Marketing Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Ecommerce Marketing $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Digital Coordinator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Social Media Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Marketing Coordinator $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Brand Leader $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Pricing Manager $ 140,000 - $ 149,000
Consumer Marketing Specialist $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Associate Product Development Manager $ 130,000 - $ 139,000
Global Brand Marketing Manager $ 130,000 - $ 139,000

Retail, Apparel and Fashion

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Sales Assistant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Product Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Merchandiser and Key Holder $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Inventory Management Assistant $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Sales Associate $ 30,000 - $ 39,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Regional Operations Manager - NY Metro $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Talent Relations Assistant Manager $ 150,000 +
Production Manager $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Product Development Coordinator $ 110,000 - $ 119,000
Director Of Product Development - New Product Ventures $ 150,000 +

Sourcing

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Global Sourcing Assistant $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Allocator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Raw Materials Associate $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Assistant Buyer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Wholesale Operations Coordinator $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Allocation Analyst $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Buying and Merchandising $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Director of Global Sourcing $ 110,000 - $ 119,000
Merchandiser Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Sourcing Manager $ 80,000 - $ 89,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

Trinity College Dublin    |     Fairfield University    |     University of Rhode Island    |     Montclair State University    |     Fordham University    |     Johnson and Wales University    |     LIM College    |     Salve Regina University    |     Bryant University    |     Rhode Island College

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

The TJX Companies Inc.    |     Talbots    |     Nike    |     SEPHORA    |     Calvin Klein    |     Camuto Group    |     Converse    |     DKNY    |     Jordache    |     Kate Spade New York    |     Levi Strauss and Co.    |     LandH Bridal    |     Life is Good    |     Lilly Pulitzer    |     Marc Fisher Footwear    |     Madewell    |     Nanette Lepore Boutique    |     Macy's Inc.    |     La Femme    |     Styleweek Providence

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Textiles, Fashion Merchandising and Design, B.S. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Sales
  2. Visual Merchandising
  3. Management
  4. Adobe Photoshop
  5. Time Management

Contact


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