FASHION SUSTAINABILITY & ECO-DESIGN - EXECUTIVE COURSE

Course description

The Executive course in "Fashion Sustainability & Eco-Design" aims to provide participants with the most up-to-date information, skills, benchmarks, and field expertise relevant to supporting the distinctive processes of the fashion and luxury system. Starting with an introduction to the industry, the course will offer a comprehensive theoretical understanding of sustainability, thanks to a faculty comprised of industry professionals.

Educational Goals

The course "Fashion Sustainability & Eco-Design" is designed for:

- Graduates and professionals who wish to deepen their understanding and knowledge of fashion and luxury businesses, with a focus on sustainable innovation.

By the end of the course, the student will have learned how to navigate the complexities of sustainability and eco-friendly design processes in the fashion industry, correctly manage and apply relevant regulations and sustainable business practices, from agreements and contracts for the use of eco-friendly materials and innovative technologies, to the methods of engaging and enhancing processes that involve various company stakeholders (from ethical production to the entire supply chain).

The topics covered in the course alternate with discussions on case studies, meetings with sector representatives, debates and project work. The topics covered are:

OCTOBER 11-12
Fashion Sustainability: Introduction, Trends, and Global Scenarios
SPIN360 | Marguerite Le Rolland, Industry Manager, EUROMONITOR

The module intends to provide a detailed overview of the trends and global scenarios of the fashion industry following the evolution of science. The latter clearly demonstrates through data and evidence the urgency of implementing actions to mitigate the environmental, social and economic impacts of human activities. These developments will allow us to understand and define clear corporate strategies and policies for the future of the industry.

OCTOBER 18-19
Fashion Sustainability and Regulatory Evolution
BIRD&BIRD

The module examines the rules and regulations that are shaping the future of fashion at an EU and global level when it comes to sustainability. The main European regulations on eco-sustainable design, corporate reporting, corporate policy planning and "green" declarations will be analysed, including the ESPR (Ecodesign for Sustainable Product Regulation); the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive); the CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive); the Green Claim Directive.

OCTOBER 25-26
Environmental and Social Impacts of Global Fashion Supply Chains
SPIN360

The module provides an understanding of the challenges and opportunities for improving the sustainability of supply chains, delving into the associated environmental and social impacts to industry. The module will focus on which strategies to implement to align with scientific, legal and consumer demands, and how to find the right balance between all these elements with an approach oriented towards the entire supply chain.

NOVEMBER 8-9
Eco-Design and Life Cycle Thinking
BIOMAT (Biomaterials Competence Centre)

The module focuses on the key themes of eco-design combined with Life Cycle Thinking, providing a systematic approach that considers the environmental impacts associated with a product throughout its entire life cycle. the module will analyze in detail central issues such as the definition of low impact products, increasing the life of products, promoting circularity.

NOVEMBER 15-16
Traceability, Compliance, and Risk Management in Production Chains
SPIN360 | ICEC

The module explores traceability, compliance and risk management practices within supply chains to ensure transparency and accountability. It also includes innovative approaches to improve these aspects and find solutions suitable for the various business models of the industry.

NOVEMBER 22-23
Sustainable Innovation and Decarbonization
SPIN360

The module addresses and declines the various innovative strategies that can help the industry in the decarbonisation path, with an approach focused on the supply chain, the company and the product. The topic of sustainable innovation will be addressed regarding processes, new materials, energy efficiency, resource management and more, referring above all to the European impact reduction objectives.

NOVEMBER 29-30
Eco-Design and Circular Business Models
SPIN360

The module focuses on deepening the principles of eco-design. The integration of these principles allows us to optimize the use of resources during design and production, to maximize efficiency in the use phase of products and to promote circularity at the end of their life. Among the techniques discussed, there is a focus on new business models based on servitization and circularity.

DECEMBER 13-14
Sustainability Communication and Reporting
SPIN360 | Silvia Gambi, Founder “Solo Moda Sostenibile”

The module focuses on the communication of sustainability initiatives and the systematic drafting of a sustainability report. We will explore how companies can effectively communicate their sustainability efforts and results to various stakeholders, including consumers, investors and regulators. The importance of transparency, compliance and accuracy, through the use of international reporting standards, will be discussed.

Selection process
The selection process will be based on the evaluation of the CV and application form. The selection process takes place throughout the registration period, according to separate selection sessions. Candidates can submit their Application for Admission by: October 1, 2024.

Admission request
To apply for admission the candidate must:
Attach your CV in European format to the online application, available here.
Once the documents have been received, Milano Fashion Institute will inform the candidate about the final result (admission or non-admission).

Requirements to apply for admission
In order to submit your application, the candidate must be currently enrolled in a law degree course or have a diploma equal to or higher than a bachelor's degree.

Financial commitment
Participants are required to make a significant commitment both personally and financially.
The value of the course is €5,000 + VAT, to be paid as follows:
1st installment > €2,500 upon acceptance of the admission application;
2nd installment > €2,500 by October 1, 2024.
Costs include part of the study material and use of the facilities.

Withdrawal
1. The first registration installment is non-refundable. The member is allowed to withdraw up to the eighth calendar day prior to the start date of the course by forwarding a letter via priority mail to the registered office address of Milano Fashion Institute, to be anticipated in any case by fax and/or e-mail; in this case, you may request a refund of the amount already paid, except the first instalment.

2. In the event that the member, in the manner referred to in art. previous date, expresses the intention not to participate on a subsequent date, or does not give notice and does not appear in the classroom, he will not be entitled to any refund and will have to pay the entire fee keeping in mind that he can within one (calendar) year from the date of beginning of the Course, attend the next edition of the Course (if applicable) or another MFI course, without prejudice to the payment of any price adjustment.