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The Programme: Overview

The Post-Graduate Academic Master course in Fashion Management studies the dynamics of the contemporary fashion system in terms of management, communication, branding and innovation. With a cross-disciplinary, project-based approach, it integrates theory and operational tools to develop skills in product management, strategic planning, brand development and experience and event design. The course analyses sustainability, digital transformation and artificial intelligence, training professionals ready to enter the global fashion system.

Learning objectives
  • To analyse the cultural, economic and strategic dynamics of the contemporary fashion system, interpreting market trends, consumer behaviours and future scenarios of the sector.
  • To use management, branding, communication and product development methodologies to design integrated strategies, manage complex processes and projects for brands, companies and events within the fashion system.
  • To develop a professional profile supported by analytical skills, entrepreneurial vision, leadership, self-sufficient decision-making, digital and communication skills in international and multidisciplinary contexts.
Study Plan
<p>The Post-Graduate Academic Master course in Fashion Management studies the dynamics of the contemporary fashion system in terms of management, communication, branding and innovation, training strategically skilled professionals who can operate in the global fashion system.&nbsp; With a cross-disciplinary, project-based approach, the course integrates theory and operational tools, providing state-of-the-art competencies that meet the needs of the international market.</p> <p>The curriculum covers the fashion system in its cultural, economic and social aspects, analysing business models, consumer trends, sustainability and industry trends.&nbsp; The students learn product management, merchandising and data analysis, and develop decision-making skills for brand performance and growth.</p> <p>The course also studies product management, supply chain and sustainable models, as well as branding and competitive positioning skills. Significant attention is given to integrated communications, storytelling, digital marketing, and content creation for the main contemporary media.</p> <p>The programme is completed by courses in event planning, showroom design, exhibitions, and brand experiences, incorporating innovative tools and emerging technologies, which include artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Workshops, seminars and hands-on projects enable the students to develop a critical and creative approach suited to the professional world.</p>

Department: Design and Applied Arts

Area: Fashion Design

Title Awarded: First Level Academic Master Degree*

Credits: 60 CFA

Starting: February 2027

Duration: 1 year

Language: English 

Campus: Milan


*Degrees recognised by the MUR

Our Faculty

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Luca Poncellini
Design and Applied Arts Department Head and Communication and Graphic Design Area Leader ad interim
Design and Applied Arts Department Head and Communication and Graphic Design Area Leader ad interim
Luca Poncellini
<p>Luca Poncellini is an architect and a designer with a PhD in the History of Architecture and City Planning. As a partner in the architecture office Cliostraat until 2009, he has curated projects and has lectured in Italy and in several countries throughout the world. His works&nbsp; have been exhibited at the Venice Biennale, at the Van Alen Institute in New York, at ETH in Z&uuml;rich, at MAGA in Gallarate and at Triennale Milano. In 2008 he co-curated the retrospective exhibition Laszlo Hudec, in collaboration with the Hungarian Consulate in Shanghai. Since 2013 he has been the Course Leader of the MA in Interior Design. Between 2015 and 2019 directed the research lab and the project C-Park. Since 2019 he has been Design and Applied Arts Department Head.</p> <p>Since 2026, he has been serving as Interim Communication and Graphic Design Area Leader.</p>
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Colomba Leddi
Fashion Design Area Leader
Fashion Design Area Leader
Colomba Leddi
<p>After a number of collaborations with many top fashion designers, including Nanni Strada, Colomba Leddi joined Frammenti in 1992, a group experimenting with artisanal techniques to be applied to the clothing sector. In 1996, she opened her own atelier of tailor-made, unique pieces, and her label can be found in some of the best Italian and foreign boutiques, including Biffi in Milan, Philippe Model Maison in Paris, HP Deco in Japan, Thimbloom in Korea and Bird Boutique in New Zealand. She has participated in several fashion fairs and group exhibitions in Italy and abroad, including Passeggiata evanescente, with Melina Mulas, at Galleria Le 5 Venice, in Venice (2010), W. Women in Italian Design at Triennale Milano (2016-2017), Documenta 2020 &ndash; Windows in pandemic, Tsinghua University Art Museum Beijing (2020). She also works as a theatre and cinema costume designer and has taught at many different universities and academies.</p>
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Luca Belotti
Course Leader
Course Leader
Luca Belotti
<p>His way of teaching takes account of various aspects of the Fashion field: from project management to visual communication, passing through illustration, styling and exhibition setting.<br />These skills are the result of his educational background and of the collaboration with some of the most influential artists, designers and writers of the Italian scene such as Benedetta Barzini, Mariuccia Casadio, Eleonora Fiorani, Matteo Guarnaccia, Alessandro Guerriero, Nancy Martin, Angela Missoni, Cinzia Ruggeri, Shingo Sato and Alberto Zanoletti. For years, he has been in charge of the contests and special projects with companies, web communication and events of the NABA Fashion Area. Among his recognitions: publications on Glamour IT, Vogue Talents, exhibitions at Palazzo Giureconsulti (Milano) and Vicenza Oro Evolving Jewelry fair (Vicenza), and finalist at Fashion Up Ronca Style Award (Verona). INSTAGRAM @casabelotti</p>

Study and career opportunities

Career Services

NABA’s Career Services & Industry Relations Office can provide you with support and guidance during your transition from the academy to the professional world. Our staff can help you develop self-promotion tools and assist you during your first steps into the world of work.

The Office develops relationships with companies in order to set up internship agreements, employment opportunities, and interactive projects between students and businesses.

Companies and institutions placement

NABA has developed strong relationships with leading companies which provide internships for NABA students, including: Chanel, Gabs, Staff International, Hugo Boss, Valentino Fashion Group, Ratti, Bembercell, Missoni, Tirelli Costumi, Guccio Gucci, Luisa Beccaria, Gianni Versace, Carrera's, E. C. (Costume National), Corneliani, Lorenzo Riva, Trussardi, Moschino, Federico Sangalli, Jil Sander Italia, Kenzo, ETRO, Gentucca Bini & Father, Gruppo Miroglio, Furla, Ermenegildo Zegna, Mantero, AEFFE, Ports1961.

After the Academic Master

Kick-off your career. Among the career opportunities:

  • Fashion brand manager
  • Fashion marketing manager
  • Product manager
  • Merchandising manager
  • Retail manager
  • Digital marketing manager
  • Communication and content manager
  • Fashion event manager
  • Business development manager
  • Fashion consultant