From idea to collection, bring your vision to life.
CMAA’s Fashion Design programme trains a new generation of fashion designers, pattern makers, creators and entrepreneurs capable of designing garments, collections and brands that celebrate African identity while meeting the demands of today’s market.
Our programme combines creativity, technical expertise, innovation and professionalism to prepare learners for careers in the fashion industry.
Fashion is much more than clothing. It is a language, a culture, an identity and a growing economic sector.
CMAA’s Fashion Design programme enables learners to turn their passion into a profession by developing skills in creative design, pattern cutting, garment construction, collection development and entrepreneurship.
Learners are encouraged to express their creativity while mastering the technical and professional standards of the industry
The programme covers every stage of creating a fashion collection.
Fashion design
Creative research
Trend research
Moodboards
Fashion drawing
Illustration
Fashion marketing
Branding
Workshop management
Brand development
Entrepreneurship
Learners work in fully equipped workshops with professional machinery, providing an environment that reflects the real working conditions of a fashion workshop or fashion house.
Activities include:
Each workshop provides an opportunity to learn through practice and develop a strong commitment to quality.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Throughout the programme, learners develop real-world projects, including:
Each project contributes to the development of a professional portfolio.
By the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
Graduates can work as:
Graduates may also join the CMAA Manufacture or create their own brand.
Discover our learners’ creations:
Les apprenants et les professionnels de la mode partagent leur expérience, leur évolution et les opportunités offertes par la filière Design de Mode.
CMAA’s Fashion Design programme enables you to develop your creativity, master professional techniques and build a strong career path.
Whether your ambition is to launch your own brand, join a fashion house or become an entrepreneur, the programme will support you at every stage of your journey.
