The associate degree and certificate program in interior design merchandising prepares students to transfer to universities and technical schools of interior design and for immediate employment as specialty store salespersons, design product representatives, or owners and managers of their own businesses. Students integrate design principles, textile characteristics and personal style with marketing strategies to create and present projects and a portfolio tailored to their chosen career. Job opportunities include store buyer or manager, interiors consultant, interiors promotion and sales representatives.
The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.
★ Program Requirement GE General Education E Elective
Fall Year 1
Semester Units: 6.0
BUS 102
Marketing
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3.0
FASH 101
Fashion Industry and Marketing
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3.0
Spring Year 1
Semester Units: 6.0
BUS 103
Advertising
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3.0
INTD 170
Interior Design
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3.0
Fall Year 2
Semester Units: 9.0
FASH 103
Textiles
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3.0
INTD 171
Interior Design Materials
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3.0
Core Elective - FCS Interior Design (Cert.)
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3.0
Spring Year 2
Semester Units: 3.0
Core Elective - FCS Interior Design (Cert.)
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3.0
Total Units: 24.0