Which Fashion course is for me?

Which course is right for me?


Are you interested in Fashion Business or Design and how much do you want to know? Below is an outline of what you should consider when deciding on a Course at FBI. We are more than happy to discuss this with you so please give us a call.

Business Only


Certificate IV in Fashion Business BSB40207

If the business side of the Fashion Industry is where you have your sights set, then the Certificate IV in Fashion Business covers all you need to know. With a wide range of Fashion Industry related Modules like Event Management, or Fashion Magazines as well as real Industry Workplace Training, you will be well on your way to Fashion stardom.

Advanced knowledge of Fashion Business


Diploma of Fashion Business BSB50207

If you want excel in Fashion Business and want to work your way up in the Fashion Industry, the Diploma is for you. With our Advanced Modules such as Advanced Fashion Styling and Advanced Fashion Buying you will be climbing up the Fashion Business ladder in no time.

Design Only


Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology LMT41007

So you want to be a designer? You are creative and would love to see your Designs up on stage at the FBI End of Year Fashion Parade. This Course will teach you how to take your creations from your head on to paper, made into patterns, sewn into a garment and finally taken to the catwalk!

Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology LMT50307

Would you like to design and stock your own Fashion label in your own Fashion Boutique? Our advanced modules will expand your skills as a Designer, to produce, construct and sell complex garments within your own fashion store.

Maybe a combination of both?


Below is an outline of our combination Courses. This overview allows you to get a better idea as to which Course combination you should do or if you should just stick to Business or Design on its own.

All of Business and a bit of Design


Diploma of Fashion Business WITH Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology.

If you’re very interested in Business but also want to learn how to Design this is a Course combination for you. A perfect Course to do for budding Fashion Stylists and Fashion Buyers. This is a very popular Course combination at FBI with classes booking out months in advance, so book your Course quick to avoid disappointment.

All of Design and some Business


Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Technology PLUS Certificate IV in Fashion Business

This is an excellent Course to do if your dream is to open up your own Fashion store. The Certificate IV Design Course means you can stock your own merchandise and the Certificate IV in Business will mean you have the business skills and knowledge to make it a success.

EVERYTHING – I want to do it all


Diploma of Fashion Business PLUS Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology

If you are interested in learning both the Business and Design side of the Fashion Industry and want to know everything then combining both these Courses is the way to go. You want to learn the Business side of things at your own pace and also produce your range of clothing for your future Fashion Label and star in the End of Year Fashion Parade. This is the best start you could possibly give yourself when your goal is to own and operate your own successful Fashion Business.