<p>I was wondering if anyone knows what the workload is like at the FMM ASS program. Is it possible to work while attending? Is there a lot of homework?</p>
<p>Hi, I just finished my first semester in the program, and I love it! There was not that much of an intense workload, but a decent amount. I came form an honors program in high school so I was used to everything already. I’ll give you some input, but keep in mind everything really depends on the professor.</p>
<p>I had projects in ALL of my FMM classes, which included Intro to Fashion, Fashion Business, Excel, & Advertising. Some assignments were much easier than others. Some took a short amount of time to do, others were extremely time-consuming. As stated earlier, everything truly depends on the professor in terms of workload. My advertising and excel professors were very laid back and gave very simple group projects that did not take up much time. Advertising professor gave only a handful of homework assignments, all of which were very simple, some even enjoyable. He expected us to read chapters in the textbook but talked about all of the material that was on the midterm and final. LOVED my excel professor. All of our assignments were done in-class, so there was no homework. She gave a midterm, but the final was a group project/presentation.</p>
<p>Intro to Fashion included various homework assignments. Some were just based on current, relevant topics for a homework grade as others were interpretations and research of fashion quotes. I will admit, very intense class with a lot of work and reading. It was even more difficult since most students in my class were transfers, already juniors and seniors. I had no college experience prior to this course so at times, it seemed that I was in a rude awakening. Professor did give fair grades and took into consideration that I participated frequently, had no absences, and cared for my grade. He did greatly appreciate my passion for the industry, as well as my ambition, so he wasn’t that much of a harsh grader. Some professors love to see effort being put into their students’ work, which is a big factor for grading. Not everything is based on exams and numbers. This was the class where I spent most time reading/creating outlines since my professor skipped over some chapters. Also the class where the most time was devoted to homework assignments, group work, and a 10 page term paper. Lots of research and tough exams, but a good class to experience during one’s first year at FIT.</p>
<p>Fashion Business surprised me. There was absolutely no relevance to fashion besides our term paper. Also ten pages, but not as analytical and research intensive as the paper I wrote for my intro class. This material was just strictly business related and overall, a very straight-forward class. It was like this: here are the facts, here’s what you should read, here’s what you should study, and that’s your grade! All the information was there to pass, there was no need for additional research other than your term paper. Professor was a fair grader and even offered extra credit! It’s an important class, and makes you see the fashion industry in a global aspect. There was a homework assignment due every other week, but thankfully it was very brief! </p>
<p>Here were my grades this semester:
Excel: A
Advertising: A-
Intro to Fashion: B+
Fashion Business: B+
Dance: A
English Comp: ?? but hoping for a B+/A-!</p>
<p>I worked hard during my first semester, but it is doable. I balanced my schoolwork with my commute, and working two retail jobs. Make sure to do work as it comes to you so you don’t cram a ten page paper two nights before its’ due, since you’ll have time to work and participate in clubs. Show passion and enthusiasm in your classes, since your professors will appreciate that! Again, everyone is different but you’re at a top fashion school. It may seem difficult at times, but if it’s what you really want to do, you’ll push yourself. Remember that you can’t be anywhere better for fashion than in a top and original merchandising program in the world, as well as in the heart of NYC itself! Good luck!</p>
<p>Thank you so much for taking your time with that long and detailed response! It was very helpful and I’m really looking forward to the semester now!</p>
<p>@Sophiabeijer You’re welcome! Let me know if you have any other questions. :)</p>