What is the Cosmetics and Fragrance Industry?

In the United States, cosmetics and fragrances represent a $30 Billion industry driven by strong demands for skin care, color cosmetic products, bath products, and fragrances. It is a global industry which has redefined the way we think, feel, and act when it comes to buying and using cosmetics and fragrances. It is an extraordinary industry of niche markets. Continued growth is predicted for this dynamic industry.

What do graduates do?

Graduates of the Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing program are now employed as marketing managers, product developers, brand managers, sales managers, account executives, advertising copywriters, and fragrance evaluators. Other areas of employment include creative services, retail department managers, and retail store cosmetic and fragrance buyers.

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Who is eligible for this program?

All A.A.S. graduates of the Business and Technology Division and A.A.S. graduates of the Art and Design Division are eligible to apply to the program. A.A.S. degree holders, including those with Liberal Arts degrees earned at other accredited institutions are also eligible to apply.

Where can I find an application and when must I apply?

The Bachelor of Science degree application for Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing is available in the Admissions Office, Room C-139.  In order to be eligible for Fall admission, you must submit your application by February 1^st. Applications submitted after the February 1^st deadline will be considered if there is space available in the program. One section of 25 students is accepted into this program each year.

Where can I get more information?

Call or write to Prof. John Simone, Room B-448, or telephone (212)217-7850 to make an appointment.  You can also be put in contact with students currently in the program and alumni of the program.

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What are my chances of acceptance?

Each Fall we admit a new class of 25 students. Your chances are very good if your cumulative grade point average in your A.A.S. major is 2.7 or better. There are exceptions, so try anyhow!  Your background interest in the field and previous work experience can carry a lot of weight in acceptance.

For a Bachelor of Science Degree in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing - CONTACT:

Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing Department
Professor John Simone, Department Chairperson
Business and Technology Division
Fashion Institute of Technology
Seventh Avenue @ 27th Street, Room B-448
New York, New York 10001

John_Simone@fitnyc.edu

Phone (212) 217-7850     Fax (212) 217-8491

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