IGNOU Launches Certificate Course in Fashion Design: All You Need To Know

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has introduced a new certificate course in fashion design. The new programme will be provided by the IGNOU School of Vocational Education and Training. According to an official statement, the programme intends to prepare students for employment in the garment business. Candidates can apply for the certificate programme in fashion design by visiting the official website at ignou.ac.in.

Students who have completed their Class 12 will be eligible to apply. The certificate course might last anything from six months to two years. The medium of instruction will be either English or Hindi. According to the official website, the complete programme costs Rs 5,000.

The Government of India (GoI) plans to attain $300 billion in textile exports by 2024-25 and create an additional 35 million jobs in the textile sector, according to IGNOU, adding that this ambition cannot be met through the existing formal training system. IGNOU emphasised that it is vital to use an exceptional pedagogical method, such as blended learning, to provide the programme in accordance with industry needs.

As per IGNOU, the programme aims to cultivate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of fashion design principles; an awareness of the fashion industry in India and worldwide; basic knowledge of textiles; digital technology proficiency in CAD; knowledge and comprehension of pattern-making and sewing techniques; and the development of entrepreneurship and communication skills.

The programme is to meet the demands of people who want to become entrepreneurs, work as assistant designers in the retail or export industries, or simply want to refresh their knowledge of pattern-making and sewing, according to IGNOU.

In addition to addressing the skills gap in the fashion sector, this IGNOU programme helps India meet its economic growth ambitions. Aspiring fashion professionals should take advantage of this great opportunity as it offers a thorough curriculum geared to industry needs.

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