Merchandising is an exciting and challenging field with national and international career opportunities in fashion-related textile, apparel, and home furnishings industries. Known for innovative programming and quality research, the Merchandising Division was the recipient of the American Textiles Manufacturers Institute Award for Excellence. Graduates have worked for companies such as Barney’s, Fossil, J.C. Penney Co., the Limited, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Target, Tiffany’s, and Zale Corporation.

 

Merchandising faculty members work closely with Dallas-Fort Worth industry executives to ensure the UNT program meets the evolving needs of this fast-paced field. The J.C. Penney lecture series brings top level executives to campus and area experts are frequent guest lecturers in classrooms. In addition, professional development events, such as the annual Merchandising Expo, bring recruiters from major fashion and home furnishings companies to highlight career opportunities.

 

The classroom is extended beyond the Denton campus when students enroll in academic courses to study the New York or Dallas market centers. Study abroad programs in Hong Kong and China offer a unique three-week living and learning experience.

Students in merchandising also have the opportunity to participate in Merchandising Inc., an organization open to any merchandising major. The organization helps students establish industry contacts and enhances their professional development.

To recognize students’ scholastic achievements, scholarships are available to UNT merchandising majors. They are awarded on the basis of academic excellence, articulation of professional goals, and, for some scholarships, financial need.