The Fashion Business Innovation course at Istituto Europeo di Design prepares students for careers in the fashion industry, focusing on contemporary issues with guidance from industry experts.

Lead the future of fashion through innovation, sustainability and strategic vision, the Master's in Fashion Business Innovation prepares professionals to navigate and transform a rapidly evolving global industry.

Designed for the next generation of fashion leaders, this programme merges business intelligence with creative thinking to build companies that are both competitive and responsible.

Students explore a forward-thinking landscape: translating consumer insights into brand, product and market opportunities with meaningful environmental and social impact.d

Guided by active industry experts, you will work on real business briefs and gain a holistic understanding of the contemporary fashion ecosystem – from ESG and circularity to branding, marketing and global distribution.

So, why choose Fashion Business Innovation? In Barcelona, a global hub of creativity, design and cultural experimentation, you will join an international community where ideas evolve into world-class projects and where the future of fashion is being redefined every day.

School: Istituto Europeo di Design
Course: Fashion Business Innovation
Type: Postgraduate
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Course dates: Starting October 2026
Application deadline: September 2026

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What will I learn during this course?

– A comprehensive understanding of the fashion industry, its business models and current challenges
– Strategic thinking applied to fashion management, innovation and entrepreneurship
– Design thinking and project management methodologies for complex, real-world problems
– Skills in branding, marketing, product development, retail and digital transformation
– The ability to integrate sustainability, circularity and social impact into business strategies
– Critical thinking, collaborative work and decision-making in multidisciplinary teams
– How to develop, manage and communicate innovative fashion business projects from concept to execution

What are the requirements?

– Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in business, marketing, communication, fashion design or related disciplines
– Candidates with relevant professional experience in the fashion or creative industries may also be considered
– A minimum B2 level of English is required, as the programme is taught entirely in English
– Admission is subject to a selection process, including CV review and a motivational interview

What facilities and resources are available?

– Access to IED Barcelona's two campuses, combining design, technology and humanistic approaches
– Fashion, design and visual communication workshops
– Printing centre, MediaLab, XR Lab and Makers Lab
– Spaces dedicated to teamwork, project development and experimentation
– Career services offering portfolio and CV support, interview preparation and internship opportunities
– Collaboration with an extensive network of companies, brands and institutions involved in workshops, projects and final theses

What career prospects can I expect upon graduating?

Graduates of the Master's in Fashion Business Innovation pursue careers across the fashion and lifestyle ecosystem, working in multinational companies, emerging brands, consultancies and start-ups.

Alumni typically take on roles in fashion management, innovation strategy, brand and product development, marketing, retail and operations, as well as sustainability and circular economy projects.

The programme also prepares students to launch their own entrepreneurial ventures or to work as independent professionals capable of integrating creativity, business strategy and innovation within the fashion industry.

Who teaches this course?

– Marta Iglesias, programme leader, COO and co-founder of Recovo

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