Consider ~ HOME PRODUCTS ~ a unique major that explores the materials, manufacturing, merchandising and marketing of the home furnishings industry.
The rigorous project-based curriculum addresses the contemporary realities of the home furnishings industry and cultivates critical skills in the areas of product development, integrated business strategies, and presentation. Through hands-on projects and applied research, you’ll learn to put ideas into action and develop forward-thinking approaches in the study of both the home furnishing and textile sectors.
You benefit from a small collaborative academic environment and industry involvement. Visiting NYC showrooms and attending major trade shows, such as NY Now, NY Home Textile Market Week, High Point Market, International Home & Housewares Show, and Maison et Objet, you will gain real industry experience in fostering your career.
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The Home Products Development Department
4 replies on “Looking for the perfect major?”
I went to apply for this major and I did not see it available? I need to do this major- it’s my dream. Why isn’t it able to be applied for? Thanks.
This is an upper division major – applicants must have their Associate degree to apply. For more information on how to apply, you can contact our admissions office at http://www.fitnyc.edu/admissions/.
I am in the Illustration AAS program (second Semester) and I wanted to know what Prerequisites I have to complete to be eligible to apply to Home Products Development?
For more information on eligibility, visit the department website at http://www.fitnyc.edu/home-products/eligibility.php