Sustainable Fashion

The programme takes place in a dynamic environment, combining different types of formats: technical classes taught by renowned professionals in the sector, discussion and analysis sessions, practical workshops and visits to companies. You will acquire the knowledge and methodological tools to start developing and managing sustainability projects, from the creation of new products and services to new business models or redefining processes, always from a systemic perspective.

The programme is designed for graduates in Fashion Design, Business Administration, Marketing and Communication. It is also suitable for entrepreneurs in the fashion sector who are looking for a new approach to their production processes, techniques and methodologies for their business. Other professionals with proven experience in the field of design or management in fashion companies, sustainability, CSR, communication or marketing who are looking to reorient their professional development will also benefit from this training.

The fashion industry must move towards resilient and viable models in the medium and long term. This commitment is complex and affects all stages of the product life cycle, which is why a wide variety of professionals need to acquire the relevant technical and specific knowledge, as well as a strategic vision and a new way of understanding the fashion business. The summer course aims to address this issue from a holistic and interdisciplinary perspective, applicable to a variety of professional fields in the industry, from design and production to sales, communication and management. Along with the theoretical and practical sessions on offer, talks by leading professionals will give you first-hand insight into the reality of the market, while the variety of professional profiles among the students will help you gain a more comprehensive overview of the fashion business. During the weeks of this training, you will experience the international campus of the IED, one of the most prestigious fashion schools in Europe, with the city of Barcelona as a backdrop, a magnet for businesses and an ideal environment for identifying trends, finding inspiration and bringing bold and contemporary projects to life.