PROFESSIONAL, GRADUATE & MASTER’S PROGRAMS 2018/2019
SAIPROGRAMS About SAI Since 1995, SAI has provided students with exceptional cultural and educational experiences abroad, offering the opportunity to enroll in some of the finest schools available to English speaking students in Europe. By encouraging students to explore the complex intersections between self, community, and creativity, SAI aims to provide an inspiring and transformative experience for all participants. All SAI services, in the U.S. and overseas, are geared toward ensuring student safety and maximizing the student experience; both in terms of providing a framework for academic inquiry, and offering each student opportunities for personal growth and development. We pride ourselves on our guiding principles: • Personal attention: We build relationships with our students throughout the study abroad experience. • Community emphasis: Our programs are designed with the community in mind. • Immersive experience: Our volunteering, internships, homestays, and unique activities help students immerse themselves in their host culture. • Safety and support: We provide supportive spaces for all students, offer
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE We partner with some of the finest European universities to provide students with exceptional academic experiences in all areas of study and academic level. We develop programs that challenge students, and help them to understand their
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discipline from different perspectives. Our Admissions Counselors help students find
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the right program, enroll in courses, and prepare for an experience of a lifetime.
What Does SAI Offer?
CAREER PREPAREDNESS SAI programs offer important opportunities for students to gain meaningful experiences abroad. Graduate and professional coursework emphasizes career
SAI offers educational and cultural experiences abroad at a variety of academic and
preparedness through applied projects, internships, and collaborations with local
professional levels. Our programs pair academic excellence with a commitment to
businesses. Students complete their programs having developed a deeper sense of
cultural and community integration, offering an immersive abroad experience.
self, the world, and their future goals.
COMMUNITY EMPHASIS Community is at the root of everything we do. We provide a sense of community both for study abroad students and the people and places that welcome them. Students in graduate and professional programs join others from around the world in their commitment to their craft, and form bonds that last a lifetime. Additionally, our on-site staff creates a welcoming community for our students, and is available to offer assistance with personal and academic challenges.
LEADING SERVICES SAI programs stand out for our services, ranging from our exceptional admissions assistance to our 24-hour support on-site. We offer pre-departure assistance with visa and passport applications, course registration, and all the tips and advice from over 20 years of experience. Each SAI city has on-site staff dedicated to ensuring a productive, safe, and unforgettable experience abroad. SAI re-entry services welcome students home with the same community that welcomed them in their host country. We have simple re-entry procedures, and opportunities for students to become SAI alumni for life.
SAI Graduate, Professional & Master’s Programs Earning an advanced degree or certification abroad can set you apart in the workforce. You will not only be learning in an international hub, but also from a globally renowned institution. SAI offers Master’s Degrees, graduatelevel coursework and diplomas, as well as professional hospitality and culinary Solomon Mercurio - Barcelona
certifications. Graduate level coursework is offered in a wide range of disciplines, so that advanced degree-seekers have the opportunity to study abroad.
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AREAS OF STUDY BY LOCATION & SCHOOL Florence Areas of Study
FUA
AISH
Rome Polimoda
Milan
JCU
NABA
IM Milan
Barcelona
Paris
DA
Elisava
IM Paris
Art History & Architecture
Architecture Design & Built Environment
Art History & Architecture Appreciation Business & Economics
Marketing & Business Strategy Communication
Advertising Communication
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Publishing
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Digital & Studio Arts
Graphic Design & Typography
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Photography
Fashion Design & Merchandising
Fashion Business & Management
Fashion Communication & Publishing
Accessory & Jewelry Design
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Fashion Design
Fashion Marketing
Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Styling & Trends
Textile & Pattern Design
Furniture & Product Design
Interior & Spatial Design
Hospitality, Tourism & Gastronomy Hospitality & Tourism Management
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Restaurant, Food & Beverage Management
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Culinary Arts & Wine Studies
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Interior & Product Design
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Packaging Design
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Retail Design Literature & Creative Writing
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Creative Writing
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FRANCE
FUA: Florence University of the Arts
NABA: Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti
Elisava: Elisava Barcelona School
AISH: Apicius International School of Hospitality
IM Milan: Istituto Marangoni, Milan
Polimoda
DA: Domus Academy
IM Paris: Istituto Marangoni, Paris
of Design and Engineering
JCU: John Cabot University
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FLORENCEITALY Florence University of the Arts (FUA) Florence University of the Arts (FUA) is a young, vibrant institution offering liberal arts coursework that takes a contemporary approach to international education. With small classes taught by highly qualified international faculty, FUA courses aim to enhance the social, intercultural and professional experience of each student. As an urban school, FUA is comprised of several buildings in Florence’s city center that have been refurbished to create spaces for studios, classrooms, and meeting points. In the classroom, students have the opportunity to learn with working professionals, as many instructors are critically acclaimed in their fields. Outside of the classroom, students apply what they learn to their surroundings, with ample opportunities for community engagement and hands-on learning.
Career Certificate Programs FUA Career Programs are subject-intensive sessions offering predetermined coursework for a full immersion and professional experience in a particular field. Career programs are open to traditional undergraduate students as well as nontraditional students interested in a new career. Students can enroll in fall quarter (beginner-level) or spring quarter (intermediate-level) sessions, or complete a full academic year to receive a certificate. Students may also supplement career program studies with an Italian language course or a 3 credit internship. The following Career Programs are offered at FUA: Accessory Design and Technology The Career Program in Accessory Design is for students who wish to enter the accessory design and production industry equipped with skills and knowledge from both a creative and production perspective. Students develop a distinct style, learn how to collaborate with industry figures, and create collections that reflect a strong brand identity. Eco-Sustainable Design The Career Program in Eco-Sustainable Design helps students develop interdisciplinary competencies and skills in the areas of design thinking, project development, and operations and activities geared towards sustainable design and project management. Fashion Design and Technology The Career Program in Fashion Design and Technology provides the professional training necessary for designing and creating fashion products. Students become knowledgeable about materials, construction and modeling, traditional and innovative tailoring, and creative design and style practices. Photography The Career Program in Photography is intended for students with a strong interest in photography looking to develop technical skills and imaging fundamentals while developing their own creative vision.
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SAI Florence Florence is a very manageable city for study abroad students, who can regularly interact with visitors from around the world. Though Florence is an ancient city, the focal point today is its Renaissance art and architecture, which have contributed to it frequently being named one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, its streets present a stunning reflection of the birth and development of modern society, which shifted importance toward the individual and creativity. Today Florence is also a busy center for art and design, and a home to top fashion, architecture and culinary delights.
Publishing The Career Program in Publishing is offered by FUA’s J School for studies in journalism, communication, and publishing, and prepares students to design, edit, produce, publish and market published media, with an emphasis on magazine and book publishing. Visual Communication The Career Program in Visual Communication exposes students to the process of designing and delivering messages and stories to diverse audiences through film, video, and emerging digital technologies. Please note that Culinary and Hospitality Career Programs are offered through Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH).
FLORENCEITALY Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH) Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH) has been an internationally respected leader in culinary arts, baking, wine and hospitality for 20 years. It is the first academic entity in Italy to receive the World Association of Chef Societies (WACS) Recognition of Quality Culinary Education. Apicius offers students state-of-the-art classroom facilities paired with field experience through hands-on instructional training alongside outstanding professional teachers. In addition to its own state-of-the-art culinary and wine classrooms Apicius operates both a restaurant (Ganzo) and a pasticceria (Fedora pastry shop) staffed by students.
Career Certificate Programs AISH Career Programs are subject-intensive sessions offering predetermined coursework for a full immersion and professional experience in a particular field. Career programs are open to traditional undergraduate students as well as nontraditional students interested in a new career. Students can enroll in the fall or spring quarter (beginner-level) or the spring quarter (intermediate-level) sessions, or complete a full academic year to receive a certificate. Students may also supplement career program studies with an Italian language course or a 3 credit internship. The following Career Programs are offered at AISH: Culinary Arts The Career Program in Culinary Arts provides the skills necessary for students to enter into the professional food services industry. Students develop practical culinary skills as well as an understanding of the history and culture of Italian cuisine. Hospitality Management The Career Program in Hospitality Management offers students a unique opportunity to study hospitality in one of tourism’s most challenging and exciting cities in the world. The program integrates theory and practical experience consisting of site visits, guest lectures and internships organized to provide formative professional experiences. Italian Baking and Pastry The Career Program in Baking and Pastry provides an understanding of Italian culture and food and a solid foundation of ingredients and technical skills that are necessary for students to become professionals in the baking and pastry fields. Wine Studies and Enology The Career Program in Wine Studies and Enology offers students the required skills to become qualified critics, business managers, and salespeople in the wine industry. The program uses excellent industry relationships to offer unique applied experience with internationally respected wine producers. Please note that Design and Communication Career Programs are offered through Florence University of the Arts (FUA).
James Beard Foundation Program In this specialized 4 week program offered only in the fall, students create, plan, organize, and successfully realize a high-profile international event from a transcontinental, intercultural point of view. Coursework begins with lectures and event preparation at AISH in Florence and concludes with a week-long production and staging of an event cycle at the famed James Beard Foundation in New York City. Students are involved in all phases of event creation, with coursework covering event planning, art direction, food and wine management, food production, and wine services. This program is open to traditional undergraduate students as well as nontraditional students.
Master Certificate Programs The Master Certificate programs at Apicius are designed for individuals who are professionals in their field, and would like additional expertise. The programs award a Master Certificate at their completion. Master Certificate in Italian Cuisine (one year) The one year Master in Italian Cuisine certificate program is offered to professional chefs or hospitality graduates who wish to enhance specific skills in culinary arts. The program is designed to celebrate the outstanding mastery of cuisine that has evolved in Italy over the centuries as well as provide students with a sound understanding of the gastronomic culture of Italy. Students gain knowledge of quality products and the historical background of dishes, and the ability to interpret recipes and pair ingredients to create a balanced dish. After successful completion of the program, students receive a Master Certificate in Italian Cuisine. International Master Certificate in Baking And Pastry (Fall semester) The Master in International Baking and Pastry certificate program is offered to professional pastry chefs or hospitality graduates who wish to enhance specific skills in pastry arts in an international environment. The fall semester program is designed to celebrate the outstanding mastery of baking and pastry that has evolved in Italy over centuries. Students gain in-depth knowledge of worldwide desserts, wedding and celebration cakes, Italian gelato, artistic chocolate, and much more, while mastering product knowledge, interpretation and innovation, historical context, and dish balance. After successful completion of the program, students receive a Master Certificate in Italian Baking and Pastry.
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FLORENCEITALY Polimoda Based in the heart of Florence, Polimoda has been providing a cuttingedge fashion education to students from around the world since 1986. Polimoda’s President, Ferruccio Ferragamo, is also the President of Salvatore Ferragamo, granting the school great notoriety as well as reinforcing the school’s deep connections with the Italian luxury fashion industry. Polimoda’s educational model emphasizes the intersection of fashion and business, and prepares students to become leaders and visionaries in their field. Students unleash their creativity in courses taught by instructors who are practitioners in their field and bring realworld experience to the classroom.
Master’s Courses SAI offers twelve 9 month Master’s Courses at Polimoda in the fields of fashion design, fashion business, art direction, and design management.
Fashion Design Master’s Course Collection Design Master’s Course (9 months) The Collection Design Master’s Course develops the fashion designer by mastering all the technical skills to create a strong collection that’s fully fashioned, well finished, and merchandisable. The collection will be ready for industrialization in the classic, casual, street or another category, and presented in an original way to show the ultimate expression of a brief. Accessories Design Master’s Course (9 months) The Accessories Design Master’s Course teaches how to design and produce collections of accessories based on the long-standing, sophisticated, Italian legacy of craftsmanship. Accessories designers interpret the fetishism of fashion whilst maintaining their artistic integrity and communicating the power of a product made by hand. Fashion Design Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Design Master’s Course fulfills the dream of entering the world of fashion, wielding the keys of its main language. Fashion design is the personal expression of a master creator who can conceive an idea and transform it into a wearable cult piece, desired by many who are looking for change.
Fashion Business Master’s Course Fashion Brand Management Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Brand Management Master’s Course is for the visionary and active, creative and relational, for someone with a charismatic personality; the brand manager. This is a master in creating, preserving, and reshaping the identity of a brand, one who speaks to the subconscious and wins the battle in the consumers’ minds.
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SAI Florence Florence is a very manageable city for study abroad students, who can regularly interact with visitors from around the world. Though Florence is an ancient city, the focal point today is its Renaissance art and architecture, which have contributed to it frequently being named one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, its streets present a stunning reflection of the birth and development of modern society, which shifted importance toward the individual and creativity. Today Florence is also a busy center for art and design, and a home to top fashion, architecture and culinary delights.
International Fashion Business Master’s Course (9 months) The International Fashion Business Master’s Course prepares students to become leaders in the business of fashion on a global scale. With an entrepreneurial, administrative and legal approach, this figure exploits the market where it exists and invents one where it does not yet exist. This person dares to take the risk of a decision that has the potential to maximize sales. Fashion Retail Management Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Retail Management Master’s Course, offered in partnership with Gucci, develops a retail shopping experience professional. The program integrates teaching about human behavior with all the necessary tools of management, including finance, operations, distribution, buying, merchandising, floor management, product communication and commercial direction.
FLORENCEITALY Fashion Marketing & Communications Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Marketing & Communications Master’s Course is an analytical program to create the master planner. This is the person who gathers information from different sources, writes a marketing plan and suggests practical actions for maximizing a company’s visibility. Fashion is the most complete expression of society, and understanding its complexity is paramount for its marketing. Luxury Business Master’s Course (9 months) The Luxury Business Master’s Course is a masterpiece program on cultural business and the business of culture, to create the chief executive officer for all luxury categories. This is the one who, levering on heritage or innovation, manages companies, conquers mature or emerging markets, and makes the dream come true.
Art Direction Master’s Course Fashion Trend Forecasting Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Trend Forecasting Master’s Course is an innovative program for a sharp, intuitive mind, the trend forecaster. This person is a master of the future, and is constantly moving, researching and finding a golden thread between politics, economics, technology, art, music and therefore fashion. The trend forecaster is the alchemist, arousing desire with new concepts of communications and products. Fashion Styling Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Styling Master’s Course is a breathtaking program to create the master of the image, who’s able to dictate visuals through understanding the language of today’s aesthetic paradigms and shape the collective imagination of tomorrow. This is an icon-maker, who works closely with designers, video-makers, photographers and artists.
Design Management Master’s Course Creative Direction Master’s Course (9 months) The Creative Direction Master’s Course is a wide and deep program shaping the newest evolution of the fashion designer, the creative director. This is one who leads a design studio, the identity of a fashion brand, as well as special projects in the society of the spectacle, with the typical sensory and conceptual approach required from art management. Fashion Buying & Product Management Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Buying & Product Management Master’s Course is a tangible program to form an expert in fashion products; someone who can research, plan, and organize an entire product lifecycle. To develop, manage and market a product line requires the ability to understand materials, details and the rituals of garment construction, while incorporating a certain degree of sensitivity.
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ROMEITALY John Cabot University (JCU) Since 1972, John Cabot University (JCU) has offered students from around the world the opportunity to pursue an exceptional academic and cultural education in the heart of one of the most inspiring cities in the world. JCU is accredited in the U.S. by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and offers a liberal arts curriculum taught entirely in English. The school draws professors from around the world who are committed to a multicultural environment, and to imparting a global understanding.
SAI Rome Regarded as a birthplace of Western civilization, Rome is a major tourist destination, although it maintains an authentic and traditional atmosphere in the peace of its small streets and the splendor of its piazzas bursting with life. Study abroad students are quickly swept up into the profound history of the enchanting city. Visitors can enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine in a beautiful park, savor a gelato on the Spanish Steps, or study art history overlooking the Trevi Fountain.
Graduate Summer Program This unique graduate-level 5 week summer program offers students who hold a bachelor’s degree a deep-dive into creative writing and literary translation. The program, developed in collaboration with American University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, brings together notable faculty with award-winning writers in the heart of the Eternal City. Students enroll in one of the four workshops offered in poetry, fiction writing, literary translation, and literature for creative writers.
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Art History Master’s Degree The Master of Arts (MA) in Art History at JCU guides students toward professional mastery of the materials and methods of art history with emphasis on first-hand research in the museums, monuments, and archaeological sites of Rome. The degree can be completed in approximately fifteen months of full-time study, and awards a US-accredited MA degree. The program has a dual focus: the visual cultures of Rome and the Mediterranean across time, from antiquity to the present; and the acquisition of technical skills for primary research. It also stimulates critical perspectives on the history of Roman art worldwide.
MILANITALY Nuova Accademia Di Belle Arti (NABA) Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA) was founded in Milan in 1980 and is the only design school in Italy accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education. NABA instructors are world-renowned artists, professionals, and designers working in Milan. NABA subscribes to the philosophy that creativity is best cultivated in an international atmosphere, and welcomes students from around 60 different countries. The school is located in the Navigli area of Milan, and uses 12 buildings to provide exceptional equipment and studio space for its 2,000 students. NABA is among the member institutions of the European League of Institutes of the Arts and the International Council of Fine Arts Deans, which consists of members from over 800 international art and design universities.
SAI Milan Milan is the industrial, commercial, and financial center of Italy and a leading global powerhouse. The city of Milan presents a harmonious fusion between stunning historical monuments such as the Milan Cathedral, cutting-edge fashion and design seen in the fashion district of Quadrilatero dell Moda, internationally recognized music and performance in noteworthy theaters, and the financial district of Porta Nuova teeming with powerful executives. Students in Milan can enjoy the city, as well as easily travel to nearby treasures such as the Italian Alps, Lake Como, and the remarkable canals of Venice.
Fashion and Textile Design Master’s Degree (two years) The MA in Fashion and Textile Design at NABA is an intensive projectbased degree program that integrates mentorship experience with leaders in the field. Students explore innovative fashion tools and manufacturing processes and the myriad creative possibilities they afford. Students develop the capacity to translate ideas into their own fashion language, and learn to analyze and critique fashion design at a high level. Interior Design Master’s Degree (two years) The MA in Interior Design at NABA helps students explore the boundaries and constraints of the world of interior design, acquiring and widening their knowledge, critical awareness, and original thinking. Students develop a highly experimental attitude to pursue innovation both in theory and practice, through an interdisciplinary design approach.
Master’s Degrees SAI offers 3 one year and 5 two year Master’s Degree programs at NABA conducted in English and accredited by the Italian Ministry of Education. The one year programs focus on the academics, while the two year programs integrate intensive work on real-world projects. Creative Advertising Master’s Degree (one year) The Academic Master’s in Creative Advertising is a joint initiative between NABA and Media Design School, New Zealand. Students develop core skills in copywriting, story telling and art direction, to create advertising campaigns across different types of media. Leading companies challenge students with workshop briefs designed to provide a working knowledge of advertising context. Contemporary Art Markets Master’s (one year) The Academic Master’s in Contemporary Art Markets provides students the tools to interpret art market structures and dynamics, with particular focus on contemporary artistic languages. The program puts students in direct contact with internationally acclaimed art galleries, auction houses, art fairs, institutions, collections and art centers. Photography & Visual Design Master’s (one year) The Academic Master’s in Photography and Visual Design integrates theoretical study with laboratories and project workshops to prepare students to become professionals in their field. Students complete an internship as part of the program in a publishing company, editorial office, photo agency, gallery, or photo studio.
Product Design Master’s Degree (two years) The MA in Product Design at NABA prepares future designers and provides them with a contemporary approach to design, which originated from the Italian design culture. The program explores the ideas and strategies of professional designers and helps students develop their own personal design identity. Students analyze new reference scenarios on innovative topics and design or re-design objects through fostering an experiential and physical relationship with them. Communication Design Master’s Degree (two years) The MA in Communication Design helps students develop business communication skills from both the economic and artistic dimensions. Coursework provides a solid understanding of integrated marketing communications, including analog graphic design and the latest computer graphics programs. Students also learn photography, web design, digital video, and integrated new media, as well as the fundamentals of brand design, advertising, and journalistic writing. Visual Arts & Curatorial Studies Master’s Degree (two years) The MA in Visual Arts and Curatorial Studies is the only program in Europe that combines a rigorous education in visual arts production with highly specialized curatorial training. Students explore visual culture, visual arts and performance, exhibition design, contemporary art management, curatorial studies, and art criticism, as well as arts writing and communication.
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MILANITALY Istituto Marangoni, Milan (IM Milan) Istituto Marangoni, Milan (IM Milan) is a premier fashion and design school with its roots in Milan - Italy’s fashion capital. Founded in 1935, Marangoni has evolved to offer its career-focused programs in various locations in Europe and the world. At Marangoni, students’ creativity is nurtured and stimulated through coursework that pairs theory with practice and emphasizes passion and dedication. Students from around the world converge at Marangoni to be challenged and engaged, and, under the guidance of leaders in their fields, grow to become the very best designers. SAI offers fashion and design undergraduate and graduate-level programs at Marangoni’s Milan campus.
SAI Milan Milan is the industrial, commercial, and financial center of Italy and a leading global powerhouse. The city of Milan presents a harmonious fusion between stunning historical monuments such as the Milan Cathedral, cutting-edge fashion and design seen in the fashion district of Quadrilatero dell Moda, internationally recognized music and performance in noteworthy theaters, and the financial district of Porta Nuova teeming with powerful executives. Students in Milan can enjoy the city, as well as easily travel to nearby treasures such as the Italian Alps, Lake Como, and the remarkable canals of Venice.
Please see Istituto Marangoni, Paris for more. Fashion Promotion, Communication & Media Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Promotion, Communication & Media course trains participants in technical and theoretical notions needed to create a professional communication campaign through the study of fashion and luxury marketing management, public relations, social media and advertising. Fashion & Luxury Brand Management Master’s Course (9 months) The brand manager’s role is to motivate, create desire, and build trust through various channels in merchandising, marketing and communication to meet the expectations of a luxury brand’s vision and strategy. The Fashion & Luxury Brand Management course provides in-depth knowledge of branding, specifically for the fashion and luxury goods industries.
Master’s Courses SAI offers 14 Master’s Courses at Istituto Marangoni, Milan. Courses last nine months, and students earn a diploma from Istituto Marangoni. Fashion Design Womenswear Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Design Womenswear course cultivates the design creativity, individual style and personal vision of participants while they respond to the rapidly evolving landscape of fashion through a series of projectbased activities that reflect different aspects of industry practice. Fashion Design Menswear Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Design Menswear course is for those looking to gain advanced skills in menswear collection design, together with industry preparation in order to become experts in managing and developing innovative designs for a fashion brand, or individual collection in this fast growing field of apparel. Fashion Styling, Photography & Film Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Styling, Photography & Film course trains participants to become visual image experts with advanced skills in photography, fashion film techniques, styling and publishing, focusing on advertising, catalogues, fashion magazines and photo editorials, for both offline and online media.
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Contemporary Fashion Buying Master’s Course (9 months) From the design showroom to the store, the fashion buyer plans the purchasing of seasonal items, identifies upcoming trends and chooses the right product and brand mix. This course uses business models, innovation, new media and technology in the global buying process, to determine product selection and purchasing methods. Fashion Product Management Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Product Management course trains participants in advanced production processes and product management skills, analyzing the marketing strategies and production methods necessary to create a successful fashion collection. Fashion Start-up Master’s Course (9 months) The Fashion Start-up course is designed to train future managers and leaders of the fashion industry to understand, analyze and run the key areas of a fashion and luxury start-up. The course covers fashion business, fashion marketing & communication, and fashion law.
MILANITALY Luxury Accessories Design & Management Master’s Course (9 months) Bridging creativity and business, this course prepares highly specialized sought after design and management profiles. The course is designed for those who wish to extend their knowledge in accessories collection design, planning and management, with a focus on Italian craftsmanship and style admired and celebrated globally.
Lighting Design Master’s Course (9 months) Participants investigate the latest applications in light technology, looking at advanced lighting control systems from the perspective of the creative-design process and in terms of functionality. The program investigates the perceptual and anthropological aspects of lighting, while also emphasizing the importance of design production and project management.
Interior Design Master’s Course (9 months) Designed for those who want to challenge the world of interiors, this course trains students to be experts in designing and translating style for living space or luxury residences work with all aspects of interior design, while positively managing client relations throughout the design project.
Digital Imaging Master’s Course (9 months) This program is aimed at candidates engaged in visual communication, media and design that are interested in exploring, experimenting and learning more about the evolution and potential of new digital technologies for image production and digital sharing. This course explores images from both theoretical and practical perspectives, while considering the profusion of new technology-driven digital imaging processes.
Surface & Textile Design Master’s Course (9 months) The Surface & Textile Design course is for those looking to gain an in-depth knowledge of fabrics, understanding the significant ‘reappearance’ of textiles and furnishings in the luxury industry through important developments in materials and technology. Contemporary Furniture Design Master’s Course (9 months) This course is for individuals seeking advanced design skills, and an in-depth knowledge of the furniture and contemporary product design industry, becoming experts in managing and developing professional design projects. Fine Jewelry Design Master’s Course (9 months) The Fine Jewelry Design course provides advanced design skills and industry preparation, forming experts in the design and development of fine jewelry for the luxury industry. Studies include a thorough understanding of gemology, and an appreciation of the techniques of the goldsmith. Design Management Master’s Course (9 months) The Design Management course encourages creative strategic thinking, forming multidisciplinary profiles capable of working in areas of product development, operations, marketing, R&D, and brand strategy. Car Design Master’s Course (9 months) This program guides participants to a greater understanding of the entire car design cycle, from engineering and production, to prototyping and simulation. This course focuses on new mobility technologies and the revolution in car design concepts, notably in passenger compartment design and advanced ergonomics. Exhibit Design Master’s Course (9 months) Participants learn how to define a successful exhibition space, seeking the most appropriate way to exhibit a product or service, work or installation. The course delves into different areas of design intervention, from creative conception to practical execution. Participants learn the tools, techniques and languages of visual communication in design, exploring techniques to highlight and ‘narrate’ live exhibition content.
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MILANITALY Domus Academy (DA) Founded in 1982, Domus Academy (DA) is considered one of Europe’s top design schools, offering Master’s and Pre-Master’s programs. Winner of the Compasso d’Oro, Italy’s most sought after design award, and with a distinguished list of past lecturers such as Ettore Sottsass, Philippe Starck, Gianfranco Ferré, Neil Barrett, and Ron Arad, DA has always been a true pioneer of “Made in Italy”. Instruction at DA centers on a “learning by designing” methodology, in which students solve real-life design problems under the guidance of distinguished faculty. Beyond teaching how to design products, DA courses approach design as a complex, challenging activity, which directs the form and the meaning of industrial production, basing aesthetic and social visions with cultural consciousness.
Pre-Master’s Semester Created for graduates, the Pre-Master’s Semester program provides students with the foundational understanding of design that is required for admission to Domus Academy and NABA Master’s Degree programs. It also provides valuable opportunities to construct a professional portfolio under the guidance of mentors who are experts in the field. This four-month intensive postgraduate course prepares students to enter a Master’s Degree program at either DA or NABA or any design program abroad.
SAI Milan Milan is the industrial, commercial, and financial center of Italy and a leading global powerhouse. The city of Milan presents a harmonious fusion between stunning historical monuments such as the Milan Cathedral, cutting-edge fashion and design seen in the fashion district of Quadrilatero dell Moda, internationally recognized music and performance in noteworthy theaters, and the financial district of Porta Nuova teeming with powerful executives. Students in Milan can enjoy the city, as well as easily travel to nearby treasures such as the Italian Alps, Lake Como, and the remarkable canals of Venice.
Master’s Degrees Domus Academy Master’s Degree programs are 1 year long and students receive an accredited Academic Master’s Degree from its sister school, Nuova Accademia Di Belle Arti (NABA), in addition to a Master’s Diploma from Domus Academy. Domus Academy also offers the option to enroll in a pre-master’s semester in preparation for a degree program. Business Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Business Design integrates business and design. Enlightening and interdisciplinary, the program focuses on how to apply design methodology, sensitivity, and culture to any business. Students study design-driven company management as they learn to draft plans for business development, branding, marketing, and communication. Fashion Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Fashion Design offers a deep-dive into the creative, cultural and productive aspects of the fashion system. Students develop the capacity to govern and guide the creative process, from material experimentation to the visual communication of the product. The degree integrates theory with important partnerships in the industry. Fashion Management Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Fashion Management is a multi-disciplinary program focused on enhancing creative and managerial skills within the fashion world. Through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, the program turns students into professionals who understand the language and rules of the fashion system, and who have expertise in brand management and communications. Fashion Styling and Visual Merchandising Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Fashion Styling and Visual Merchandising merges the two roles of fashion stylist and visual merchandiser to create a new professional profile: the “visual fashion brand communicator.” As students study to become visual fashion brand communicators, they learn to convey a brand’s identity and values through visual storytelling tools and create a compelling visual language for the brand.
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MILANITALY Service Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Service Design develops storytelling and prototyping skills, and introduces problem-solving and business design approaches to help students develop innovative service ideas. Through user observation, students detect unmet user needs and develop compelling scenarios, physical and virtual systems of service experience. Urban Vision and Architectural Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Urban Vision & Architectural Design presents students with strategies for transforming a city. Students envision future urban and architectural scenarios, according to complex dynamics and evolving requirements. Starting from the urban strategy, this degree explores different architectural approaches in order to give students the opportunity to work also on the building scale. Information Design Master’s Degree (one year)
Visual Brand Design Master’s Degree (one year)
The Master’s in Information Design combines visual design, data analysis and creative coding. Students develop a skill set and a mind set to understand different cultural, social and economic contexts, translate complex information into engaging visual forms and narratives that are readable by different audiences, to support comprehensive communication strategies.
The Master’s in Visual Brand Design gives students the skills to identify a company’s core assets and to cultivate a deep understanding of the product and the best way to communicate its values, both in the physical and the social media worlds.
Interaction Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Interaction Design introduces the theoretical knowledge and professional skills needed to define problems and solutions in interaction and user design. Students analyze and experiment with software and hardware technology to develop confidence with the palette of tools and platforms that form the foundation for designing interactive solutions. Interior and Living Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Interior and Living Design encourages students to consider a wide range of design practices as they learn to shape the space of interiors. Students are inspired to overcome disciplinary boundaries, make choices that are both more sophisticated and more daring, and cultivate an attitude of continuous inquiry into the material and immaterial aspects of space. Luxury Brand Management Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s in Luxury Brand Management turns participants into inspired managers and marketers within the highly competitive fields of luxury fashion, jewelry, cosmetics, hospitality, gastronomy, beauty, or art. Students examine marketing, branding, and communication for this unique market, as well as financial and team management. Product Design Master’s Degree (one year) Master’s in Product Design students learn to follow their intuition and promote their aesthetic vision, while cultivating awareness of the reasons behind design choices. Through workshop collaborations students experiment with design methodologies and develop a deeper understanding of product design.
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BARCELONASPAIN Elisava, Barcelona School of Design and Engineering Founded in 1961, Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering was the first school of design to open in Spain. As a pioneer, Elisava’s role has been instrumental in shaping the culture of design in Catalonia and Spain. Elisava’s programs offer cutting-edge design disciplines, strongly geared to the professional and promoting close collaboration with companies, institutions and universities around the world. Elisava is affiliated with Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), which awards the school’s formal degrees, and is included in Domus magazine’s Top 100 Design Schools in Europe. The school is located in the historical center of Barcelona, along the bustling La Rambla, and a short walk from the Mediterranean Sea.
Postgraduate Diplomas The Postgraduate Diplomas at Elisava are geared toward students who have their Bachelor’s degree and wish to broaden and refine their skills in a design field. Postgraduate students study for one term alongside Master’s Degree-seeking students in block courses, and receive a Postgraduate Diploma from Elisava upon completion. The following diplomas are available: Interior Design Workspace Design (Fall) Interior Space Design. Private Perimeters (Spring) Research for Design and Innovation Coolhunting. Design and Global Trends (Fall) Innovation and Design Thinking (Spring) Retail Design Design and Space: Shopping (Fall) Design and Concept: Branding (Spring)
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SAI Barcelona Barcelona has always been a vital hub for Europe and the Mediterranean. Dynamic and cosmopolitan, it is a modern city that also preserves its important cultural heritage and over 2,000 years of human history. In the same day, students can explore the small winding streets of Barcelona’s Gothic quarter, attend an FC Barcelona soccer game to watch one of the world’s most beloved teams, and lounge on the sunny beaches. Barcelona’s manageable size allows students to explore it with ease and become comfortable getting around by walking or via the easy public transit system.
BARCELONASPAIN Master’s Degrees SAI offers a variety of English language professional Master’s Degrees at Elisava. Each degree program follows block coursework designed around collaborative problem-solving, hands-on experience and workforce preparedness. Elisava Master’s Degrees are awarded by Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) and Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering. Advanced Design and Digital Architecture Master’s Degree (one year) Since the decline of the Modernist Movement, architecture theory has shown a strong interest in positivist project methodologies. The study of complexity and dynamic systems has restored interest in the study of networks, “bottom-up” methods, adaptive systems, genetics and the automatic creation of form as the pillars of a new generation of design techniques. The relentless emergence of digital innovations in the world of design has made it possible to adopt new patterns of thought and planning. Students of Advanced Design and Digital Architecture (ADDA) will plunge into these and related issues in order to learn, develop, and innovate. Graphic Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s Degree in Graphic Design teaches contemporary design and communication techniques, while offering students the opportunity to specialize in editorial design and/or in environmental graphic design. Students are encouraged to create and produce unique projects to develop their own visual language. This program also emphasizes the role of the graphic designer in contemporary society as an agent of cultural transformation. Interior Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s Degree in Interior Design offers a deep-dive into the theory and practice of interior spaces, focusing on the changing social, economic, technological and environmental conditions that effect domestic and work spaces. The degree develops students’ capacity to analyze, identify and create solutions to design problems in the built environment using critical thinking and spatial understanding.
Photography and Design Master’s Degree (one year) In addition to guiding students to a mastery of photographic technique, the Elisava Photography and Design Master’s Degree focuses on students’ ability to articulate ideas through the production of photographic projects based on a rigorous and critical understanding of the photographic market context. Research for Design and Innovation Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s Degree in Research for Design and Innovation combines two powerful disciplines in the pre-design process: trend research and co-creation techniques. It is focused on providing current tools related to qualitative and ethnographic research, interdisciplinary focus, and design thinking geared toward innovation processes applicable to society and industry. Retail Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Retail Design Master’s Degree is for professionals who wish to acquire the essential knowledge to work on and design retail spaces. The program provides instruction on the many disciplines within retail. From small-scale to large-scale design, from boutiques to large multinational brands, students become comfortable with the specifics and differences in each setting. Temporary Space Design Master’s Degree (one year) The Master’s Degree in Temporary Space Design offers an in-depth exploration of the main temporary space formats: event, pop-up, public space intervention and exhibition. The program explores the research and construction elements of design, and provides students with the skills to thrive at all stages of design from conceptualization to execution.
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PARISFRANCE Istituto Marangoni, Paris (IM Paris) Istituto Marangoni (IM) is a premier fashion and design school with its roots in Milan. Founded in 1935, Marangoni has evolved to offer its career-focused programs in various locations in Europe and the world, including Paris. Istituto Marangoni, Paris (IM Paris) School of Fashion opened in 2006 in the heart of the 8th arrondissement where many of the most famous Parisian fashion houses are based, including Chanel, Hermès, Lanvin, and many more. At IM Paris, students’ creativity is nurtured and stimulated through coursework that pairs theory with practice and emphasizes passion and dedication. Students from around the world converge at IM Paris’s beautiful school facilities to be challenged and engaged, and, under the guidance of leaders in the French fashion industry, grow to become the very best designers. Please see Istituto Marangoni, Milan for more.
Master’s Degrees SAI offers four Master’s Degrees at Istituto Marangoni, Paris. Programs last 16 months, and students earn a diploma from Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. Contemporary Fashion Buying Master’s Degree (16 months) From the design showroom to the store, the fashion buyer plans the purchasing of seasonal items, identifies upcoming trends and chooses the right product and brand mix. This program uses business models, innovation, new media and technology in the global buying process, to determine product selection and purchasing methods. Fashion Design Womenswear Master’s Degree (16 months) The Fashion Design Womenswear program cultivates the design creativity, individual style and personal vision of participants while they respond to the rapidly evolving landscape of fashion through a series of project-based activities that reflect different aspects of industry practice. Fashion Promotion, Communication & Media Master’s Degree (16 months) The Fashion Promotion, Communication & Media program trains participants in technical and theoretical notions needed to create a professional communication campaign through the study of fashion and luxury marketing management, public relations, social media and advertising. Fashion & Luxury Brand Management Master’s Degree (16 months) The Master’s in Luxury Brand Management turns participants into inspired managers and marketers within the highly competitive fields of luxury fashion, jewelry, cosmetics, hospitality, gastronomy, beauty, or art. Students examine marketing, branding, and communication for this unique market, as well as financial and team management.
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SAI Paris One of the most beloved cities in the world, Paris awakens students’ creativity, sense of adventure and global understanding. It’s a city for students to discover, with lively streets, stunning architecture, historical and contemporary art, fashion, and delectable food around every corner. Students living in Paris become enmeshed in the international patchwork of citizens who call this great city their home. In their free time, students can spend their time overlooking the bustle of the Eiffel Tower, exploring museums, or perusing the lovely boutique markets of Montmartre.
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FLORENCE: Florence University of the Arts (FUA) Career Program 2018/19 (one quarter / academic year)
FLORENCE: Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH) Culinary Arts 2018/19 (one quarter / academic year)
GRADUATE & PROFESSIONALITALY FLORENCE: Apicius International School of Hospitality (AISH) Master Certificate in Italian Cuisine 1 Year 2018/19
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International Master Certificate in Baking & Pastry Fall Semester 2018
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MILAN: Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA) Master’s Degree 1 Year: Fall 2018 Intake
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$33,000
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MILAN: Istituto Marangoni, Milan (IM Milan) Master’s Course 9 Months 2018/19
MILAN: Domus Academy (DA) Fall Pre-Master's Semester 2018
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MASTER’S & GRADUATE DEGREESPAIN BARCELONA: Elisava School of Design and Engineering
MASTER’S DEGREEFRANCE PARIS: Istituto Marangoni (IM Paris) Master’s Degree 16 Months 2018/19
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