UNYP and New York School of Design Launch New Fashion Design Management Concentration

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The University of New York in Prague (UNYP) is proud to announce the launch of the Fashion Design Management Concentration, a new option within its Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program developed in partnership with the New York School of Design (NYSD).

Beginning with the Fall 2027 intake, the concentration combines business education in Prague with specialized fashion-focused studies and an immersive semester in New York City, offering students a unique opportunity to explore both the commercial and creative dimensions of the global fashion industry.

Through this collaboration, students will complete the core BBA curriculum at UNYP while participating in fashion-focused coursework delivered through NYSD. As part of the concentration, students will spend an extended semester studying at NYSD’s Manhattan campus, gaining exposure to one of the world’s most influential fashion centers.

The Fashion Design Management Concentration is available to students enrolled in UNYP’s American Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. Developed in partnership with the New York School of Design, it allows students to combine business education with specialized knowledge of the fashion industry.

Education should help students discover where their talents and ambitions can take them. By expanding our academic offerings into areas like fashion design management, we are creating new opportunities for students to explore their interests, combine creativity with business expertise, and build careers that reflect who they are.

Andreas Antonopoulos
Rector, University of New York in Prague

Bridging Business and Creativity

Fashion is one of the world’s most dynamic industries, requiring professionals who understand not only creativity and design but also management, branding, marketing, entrepreneurship, and business strategy.

The Fashion Design Management Concentration was created to address this intersection.

Students will develop a strong business foundation through UNYP’s School of Business and Bachelor of Business Administration program while gaining practical exposure to fashion design principles, product development, portfolio creation, and industry practice through NYSD.

Graduates will earn a Bachelor of Business Administration from UNYP and a Professional Fashion Design Certificate from the New York School of Design, combining a recognized business degree with specialized industry knowledge and international experience.

An International Academic Experience

A defining feature of the concentration is the opportunity to study in both Prague and New York City.

Students begin their academic journey at UNYP, building expertise in business disciplines such as management, marketing, economics, accounting, finance, and entrepreneurship. During Semester 6, students transition to New York City, where they complete an intensive residency at the New York School of Design.

Located in Manhattan, NYSD provides access to professional learning facilities, fashion-focused coursework, industry workshops, guest speakers, and portfolio development opportunities within one of the world’s leading fashion ecosystems.

The experience is designed to provide students with valuable international exposure while helping them better understand the realities of a global industry.

A Partnership Built on Opportunity

The partnership between UNYP and NYSD reflects a shared commitment to preparing students for careers that increasingly require interdisciplinary knowledge, global perspectives, and practical experience.

By combining UNYP’s business education with NYSD’s specialized expertise, the concentration offers students a distinctive academic option that connects classroom learning with international industry exposure.

Learn More

The Fashion Design Management Concentration will welcome its first cohort in Fall 2027.

Prospective students and their families can explore the Fashion Design Management Concentration by visiting the concentration page or downloading the concentration guide. Learn how the concentration combines a strong business foundation with specialized fashion studies and an immersive semester in New York City.