Master’s
in Artistic Direction and Collection Management

The Master’s in Artistic Direction and Collection Management at MODART is an in-depth program aimed at developing advanced skills in the fields of fashion creation, design, and fashion production. Through a perfect balance of theory and practical application, this two-year course enables students to gain comprehensive expertise in styling and pattern making. Real-life projects and collaborations with industry professionals help students develop their own creative identity while maintaining a realistic understanding of the fashion market.

 

The fourth year of study is punctuated by thematic seminars, alternating with the internship period. During these seminars, students create capsule wardrobes for men, women, as well as knitwear as part of collaborations with fashion houses.

 

This master’s program offers a complete education for those aspiring to become future leaders in the fashion industry.

Fourth year on a work-study basis

(internship)

Profil

Applicant with a high school diploma or equivalent + 3 year of studies and/or applicant with a degree from a fashion school

Langues

French

Internships

Mandatory for at least 110 days

Certification

Stylist Fashion Designer

Le Programme

Styling/fashion design

  • Artistic careers
  • Discovery of exceptional craftsmanship
  • Experimenting with fabrics
  • Collaboration with fashion houses
  • Introduction to collections digitalization
  • Circularity
  • Monitoring trends
  • Creation of prototypes

THEMATIC SEMINARS

The fourth year of study is punctuated by thematic seminars, alternating with the internship period. During these seminars, students create capsule wardrobes for men, women, as well as knitwear as part of collaborations with fashion houses.

 

  • Artistic crafts seminar: Experimentation with materials and discovery of exceptional know-how
  • Collection management seminar: Creation of collaborative capsule wardrobes with fashion houses, trends and artistic direction, brand DNA, collection planning, merchandising
  • Eco-friendliness seminar: Trends and artistic direction, eco-friendly materials sourcing; brand DNA, prototyping
  • Virtual fashion seminar: Trends and artistic direction, creation of an avatar, 3D/ Marvellous Style, collection planning
  • Brand creation seminar: Video research portfolio

 

7 seminars and e-learning classes: 210 hours of seminar classes

 

The aim is to enable the students to have the most efficient professional immersion, all the while transmitting the skills necessary to accomplish the various missions.

 

Seminars theme :

 

  • Defining trends: Creating a portfolio
  • Creating your own collection: Creating silhouettes and fabrics sourcing listing all of the materials necessary for the manufacture of the collection
  • Managing the production of a collection
  • Promoting a collection: Creating a photo book, creating a communication campaign aimed at traditional media and social media in anticipation for the sale and promotion of the collection

 

E-learning courses are added to each competency block.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Skills and knowledge are evaluated equally, with two distinct methods: continuous assessment and end-of-term examinations.

 

Continuous assessment is conducted throughout the teaching period. It may consist of knowledge tests, practical cases, research assignments, and/or oral presentations to produce alone or as a group.

End-of-term examinations are scheduled outside of regular class sessions. If applicable, they may consist in several types of exercises: presenting a case study, carrying out a project, writing an activity report and/or a dissertation, or a placing the student in a simulated professional setting.

Rythmes

Mastère 4e année
  • Septembre à Septembre :

    7 weeks of seminars between September and July and full-time work in a company for the rest of the time

SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEV MAR AVR MAI JUI JUIL AOÛ SEPT

7 weeks of seminars between September and July and full-time work in a company for the rest of the time

Fourth year

(direct admission)

Profil

Applicant with a high school diploma or equivalent + 3 year of studies and/or applicant with a degree from a fashion school

Langues

French or English

Interships

Mandatory

Certification

Stylist Fashion Designer

Le Programme

Styling

  • Creation collections
  • Women’s and men’s trends
  • Fashion information technology

Pattern making

  • Tailoring techniques
  • Draping techniques
  • Collection support

Fashion and luxury products

  • Contemporary fashion history
  • The wardrobe of the great couturiers

Professional environment

  • Portfolio
  • Jury Pack
  • Fashion communication

Fashion shows

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Skills and knowledge are evaluated equally, with two distinct methods: continuous assessment and end-of-term examinations.

 

Continuous assessment is conducted throughout the teaching period. It may consist of knowledge tests, practical cases, research assignments, and/or oral presentations to produce alone or as a group.

End-of-term examinations are scheduled outside of regular class sessions. If applicable, they may consist in several types of exercises: presenting a case study, carrying out a project, writing an activity report and/or a dissertation, or a placing the student in a simulated professional setting.

Rythmes

Mastère 4e année
  • Septembre à Septembre :

    7 weeks of seminars between September and July and full-time work in a company for the rest of the time

SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEV MAR AVR MAI JUI JUIL AOÛ SEPT

7 weeks of seminars between September and July and full-time work in a company for the rest of the time

Fifth year on a work-study basis

(internship)

Profil

Applicant with a high school diploma or equivalent + 3 year of studies and/or applicant with a degree from a fashion school

Langues

French

Internships

Mandatory for at least 150 days

Certification

International Manager in Luxury and Fashion Industries

Le Programme

Three specializations available

  • Textile brand creation
  • Digital brand creation
  • Entrepreneurship

Textile brand creation specialization

  • Styling and Artistic Direction
  • Visual Identity
  • Pattern Making
  • Introduction to 3D Styling
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Influence Strategy
  • Brand Platform
  • Pricing Strategy
  • Applied Business Plan
  • Purchasing and Production
  • TOEIC English
  • E-learning and Excel

Digital brand creation specialization

  • Styling and Artistic Direction
  • Virtual Intelligence
  • 3D Modelling: 3D style and Blender
  • Strategic Marketing
  • Digital Monetization, NFTs and collection strategy
  • Applied Business Plan
  • Production and Purchasing
  • Material Sublimation
  • Digital Background and Universe Sublimation
  • English TOEIC
  • Excel – E-learning

Entrepreneurship specialization

  • Strategic Marketing
  • Influence Strategy
  • Visual Identity
  • Brand Platform
  • Entrepreneurial project follow-up

WORKSHOPS

Each specialization includes 6 weeks of workshops

 

 

Textile brand creation specialization

  • Brand creation
  • Consulting project
  • Trends and forecasting
  • Artistic direction
  • Collection planning
  • Pattern making and prototyping

 

Digital brand creation specialization

  • Digital brand creation
  • Consulting project
  • Digital trends
  • Artistic direction
  • Digital modelling

 

Entrepreneurship specialization

  • Creation of a fashion project
  • Consulting project
  • Market research
  • International business and strategy development
  • Social selling and SEO Strategy
  • Creation of an application related to the project
  • Growth Hacking & CRM
  • E-merchandising & collection management
  • Pricing strategy
  • Applied business plan
  • Shopify
  • Inventory management
  • Retail network management
  • TOEIC English
  • Excel – E-learning

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Skills and knowledge are evaluated equally, with two distinct methods: continuous assessment and end-of-term examinations.

 

Continuous assessment is conducted throughout the teaching period. It may consist of knowledge tests, practical cases, research assignments, and/or oral presentations to produce alone or as a group.

End-of-term examinations are scheduled outside of regular class sessions. If applicable, they may consist in several types of exercises: presenting a case study, carrying out a project, writing an activity report and/or a dissertation, or a placing the student in a simulated professional setting.

Rythmes

Mastère 5e année
  • Octobre à Mai :

    1 day of classes / 4 days in a company per week + 6 weeks of seminars

SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEV MAR AVR MAI JUI JUIL AOÛ SEPT

1 day of classes / 4 days in a company per week + 6 weeks of seminars

Fourth year
Styliste Designer de Modes

Title recognized by the State at level 7 registered in the RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) by decree of December 27, 2018, renewed by decision of France Compétences on January 24, 2020, and awarded under the authority of SAS VIDENUM – ICAN.

Fifth year
Manager International en Industries du Luxe et de la Mode

Title recognized by the State at level 7 registered in the RNCP (Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles) by decree of December 27, 2018, renewed by decision of France Compétences on January 24, 2020, and awarded under the authority of SAS VIDENUM – ICAN.

Student testimonial

Oscar VILLEMIN

“Theoretical and practical courses provide me with a thorough understanding of the world of fashion design and pattern making, and have allowed me to develop my own creative identity.

Exchanges with industry professionals, whether through workshops or masterclasses, are a constant source of inspiration. For me, every day at MODART is an opportunity for growth and learning.”

Job Prospects

Menswear/Womenswear/Childrenswear/Accessories Designer
Pattern maker
Head of design studio
Photo fashion designer
Fashion graphic designer
Artistic director
2D/3D Fashion Designer
Collection manager
Textile designer
Print designer