MASTER of SCIENCE in LUXURY GOODS AND SERVICES

Course Description

LXRY 664: Luxury Sector Seminar -Part 1,2 and 3 (1 credit per part)

Note: All courses carry three (3) credits unless otherwise stated.

This seminar course focuses on the practical management of specific sectors within the luxury industry.

By focusing on leading luxury brands the course examines management techniques and strategies in a range of luxury sectors such as perfume and cosmetics, jewelry and watches (gemology), fashion, and wines and spirits (oenology).

It also delves into the operational and management considerations involved in managing a department store, boutique, concession, or franchise.

Students will learn cutting edge, day-to-day management techniques that are highly relevant to the luxury industry. They will develop an understanding of the differences inherent in managing the various sectors of the industry, and the importance of factors such as cost analysis, design management, and merchandising in each of these sectors.