Continuing Education Programmes at Patna

Program Overview:
The Continuing Education (CE) Programme in Apparel Merchandising & Supply Chain Management is designed for working professionals, entrepreneurs, and graduates seeking specialized expertise in fashion retail, sourcing, production planning, and global supply chain logistics. Taught by experienced industry experts, this program bridges traditional classroom learning with real-world commercial operations.
Key Learning Objectives:
Retail & Merchandising Strategies: Understand domestic and international buying behaviors, retail math, line planning, and visual merchandising principles.
Supply Chain & Sourcing: Master raw material sourcing, vendor management, logistics optimization, and sustainable inventory control.
Production Planning & Quality Control (PPQC): Learn garment costing, time-and-action (T&A) calendars, compliance standards, and quality assurance protocols.
Retail Technology: Gain practical exposure to ERP systems and digital inventory management tools currently utilized by leading export houses and retail brands.
Target Audience:
Fresh graduates aiming for careers in apparel buying, merchandising, or retail management.
Working professionals in the textile and apparel sector looking to upgrade their technical and managerial skills.
Boutique owners and aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to scale up their production and supply chain efficiencies.
Evaluation & Certification:
Participants are evaluated through continuous assignments, case study presentations, practical projects, and a final end-term examination. Upon successful completion, candidates are awarded an official NIFT Continuing Education Certificate during the annual convocation ceremony.
 

Certificate Programmes provide focused learning in specialised subject areas through short-duration and long-duration, industry-relevant courses. Ranging from 1 week to 1 year, these self-financed or sponsored programmes are held during weekends or evenings. Designed for skill enhancement and professional upskilling, they enable participants to develop practical competencies and gain knowledge aligned with current industry practices.