Online Programs
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STUDY ANYWHERE, ANYTIME
Teaching Methods
Our online graduate programs combine rigorous academic theory with practical, real-world application. Courses are delivered through a dynamic virtual learning environment that includes live lectures, interactive workshops, and collaborative projects. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with industry experts, participate in virtual discussions, and receive personalized feedback from faculty who are leaders in their fields. The flexible online format allows you to balance your studies with your professional life, ensuring you gain the skills needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced fashion and communication industries.
Learning Outcomes
Students in our online master’s programs will develop advanced skills in fashion and luxury brand management or digital communication and social media strategy and gain a deep understanding of global market trends and consumer behavior. Moreover, students will enhance their ability to create innovative strategies for brand positioning, marketing, and digital engagement. They will also build a robust portfolio showcasing their expertise in managing luxury brands or executing effective digital campaigns. Finally, position yourself as a competitive candidate for leadership roles within the fashion, luxury, and communication industries.
Industry Engagement
Our programs are designed with strong industry connections to ensure your learning is relevant and current. Benefit from our partnerships with leading global brands such as LVMH, Vivienne Westwood, Puma, Tiffany & Co., and more. Through our Career Services and Industry Engagement initiatives, you’ll have access to internships, mentorships, and networking opportunities that align with your career goals. These experiences are crafted to enhance your professional development and prepare you for a successful career in the fashion and communication sectors.
Facilities and Resources
Although our graduate programs are offered online, Istituto Marangoni Miami provides a wealth of resources to support your creative journey. Our campus features state-of-the-art facilities, including a fully-equipped photoshoot studio, computers with the latest Adobe software, and a wide selection of fabrics and creative tools. Specialized spaces such as design classrooms, pattern-cutting studios, and computer labs are designed to foster creativity and innovation. Additionally, we are committed to your career growth through mentorship programs, internships, a vibrant speakers series, and access to our extensive alumni network.
How To Apply
Interested in joining Istituto Marangoni Miami? Start by completing our online application form. As admissions are based on availability, we recommend applying as early as possible to secure your place in the program. After submitting your application, our admissions team will review your details and reach out to provide further information and support. We are here to guide you every step of the way as you embark on your educational path at Istituto Marangoni Miami.
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ACADEMIC JOURNEY
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, our teaching methods are designed to provide a comprehensive education that blends advanced industry knowledge with practical skills. Our online graduate programs in Fashion & Luxury Brand Management and Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy are specifically tailored to meet the demands of the ever-evolving fashion and communication industries. These programs offer a robust curriculum that covers everything from innovative brand management techniques to cutting-edge digital strategies, ensuring that you gain the expertise needed to thrive in your career.
Our online Master’s programs are built for flexibility, allowing you to seamlessly integrate your studies with your professional life. Whether you choose the Master’s in Fashion & Luxury Brand Management or the Master’s in Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy, you’ll receive a top-tier education that prepares you for success in the creative industry. These programs not only equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge but also connect you with industry leaders, providing you with the network and resources needed to advance your career.
Online Master of Arts in Fashion & Luxury Brand Management
The Online Master of Arts in Fashion & Luxury Brand Management at Istituto Marangoni Miami is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and strategic insight needed to thrive in the competitive world of luxury fashion. This program delves into the complexities of managing luxury brands, from understanding the nuances of consumer behavior to developing innovative marketing strategies that resonate with a global audience. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will learn how to navigate the unique challenges of the luxury sector, including brand positioning, product development, and retail management. The program emphasizes the importance of sustainability and ethical practices, preparing graduates to lead with integrity in the evolving luxury fashion industry.
Students in this program benefit from Istituto Marangoni Miami’s strong industry connections, gaining insights from top professionals and working on real-world projects that reflect current market trends. The online format provides the flexibility to balance studies with professional commitments, allowing students to apply their learning in real-time. Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to take on leadership roles in luxury fashion houses, brand management firms, and high-end retail operations, making a significant impact in the global luxury market.
Online Master of Arts in Digital Communication and Social Media Management
The Online Master of Arts in Digital Communication and Social Media Strategy is designed to prepare students for the fast-paced and ever-evolving digital landscape. This program focuses on the strategic use of digital platforms to build and enhance brand presence, engage with audiences, and drive business growth. Students will explore a wide range of topics, including content creation, social media marketing, digital analytics, and online reputation management. By understanding the power of digital communication, students will learn how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences and create impactful social media campaigns that elevate brand visibility.
This program offers a unique blend of theoretical foundations and hands-on experience, with students working on real-world projects and case studies that reflect the latest trends and technologies in digital communication. The online format allows for flexible learning, enabling students to integrate their studies with their professional lives. Upon completion, graduates will possess the skills and knowledge to excel in roles such as social media strategist, digital marketing manager, content creator, and more, making them valuable assets to any organization looking to strengthen its digital presence.
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Eyan is a seasoned fashion Creative Director, boasting extensive expertise and a stellar track record in men's and women's ready-to-wear and accessories. He has helmed large creative teams worldwide as Creative Director/SVP of Design for Hugo Boss men's and womenswear, Nike women's, and Puma international. With over 25 years of experience, Eyan gives students a global perspective on visionary trends and contemporary fashion, offering guidance to channel and focus on their creative aspirations. He holds a Master of Art in Fashion Menswear from the Royal College of Art in London and a Bachelor of Art in Fashion and Textiles from the University of Central Lancashire, UK.
Teaching Areas: Creative Direction, Fashion Design, Luxury Innovation Fashion and Product Development
read more
Eyan Allen
Fashion Design and Business Professor
Mario Braghieri has been involved in fashion production for over thirty years. At a young age, his parents owned a manufacturing company that created high-quality samples and prototypes for countless well-known brands in Italy.
He attended Istituto Marangoni Milan with the desire to leave his mark in the fashion market as a pattern maker. Upon graduating, he developed samples and worked in fashion production for the Nadini Group, an Italian designer label manufacturer based in Modena-Italy, including designer houses such as Gianfranco Ferrè and Fendi. Subsequently, he worked as a fashion production consultant and started his career at Marangoni as an assistant teacher.
Mario has always pursued his career with determination, focusing on deepening his knowledge and skills in garment construction and pattern making. He has worked for renowned fashion names such as Emporio Armani, Maska, Cerruti, Mariella Burani, and Karl Lagerfeld. For the past 27 years, Mario has been a major player in guiding Istituto Marangoni through its international growth, bringing his technical knowledge, industry expertise, and garment-making finesse to the School.
Teaching Areas: Construction Resale & Development, Digital Pattern Cutting II, Pattern Cutting Fundamentals III, Atelier & Studio Time and Final Collection
read more
Mario Braghieri
Dean of Fashion
Nathalie Tessier's journey in the fashion world began with studying fashion design in Paris, where she initially found her passion. However, as she delved deeper into the industry, she realized her true calling lay in the business side of fashion. She embarked on a remarkable career path upon graduation, joining the esteemed brand Celio.
At Celio, Nathalie assumed the director role, overseeing various crucial aspects such as designing and managing international market collections, product distribution, and spearheading marketing campaigns. Her responsibilities included pioneering new store concept prototypes and demonstrating her multifaceted expertise in shaping the brand's identity and market presence.
Nathalie's tenure in Paris enriched her professional journey as she collaborated with renowned brands like Celio Sport, Dooble, and Sud Express, further deepening her understanding of the intricacies of the fashion business world. Today, Nathalie brings her wealth of experience and insights to her role as the program leader for the Fashion Business program at IMM, where she guides and inspires aspiring professionals to navigate and excel in the dynamic realm of fashion business.
Teaching Areas: Trend Forecasting, Fashion Marketing: Principles and Practices, Production 360 and Fashion Entrepreneurship-Thesis
read more
Nathalie Tessier
Fashion Business Program Leader
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship.
Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
read more
Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
Roxana Frontini teaches our students how to excel at managing marketing projects and teams, integrating strategies, and implementing complex initiatives for success. She incorporates her robust problem-solving abilities and entrepreneurial mindset into all her teaching and projects. Roxana is a proactive leader with extensive experience in fostering the growth of global companies in the media, fashion, music, and creative sectors. Possessing Master’s Degrees in Technology and Business Management and a double major in Law and Business, Roxana holds expertise in utilizing data-driven and highly creative marketing through technology and innovation to drive purposeful profitability and business expansion.
Teaching Areas: Ethics, Branding, Marketing & Communications
read more
Roxana Frontini
Fashion Business Professor
Michelle is a dedicated and results-oriented professional with over 11 years of broad-based experience in higher education – excelling in various teaching methods to encourage creativity and higher-order thinking among students. On top of her expertise in increasing student performance, syllabus development, and course planning, she has diverse and extensive experience in fashion education, branding, graphic design, and business. She has served in senior design management positions in the fashion and beauty industries. Her lesson planning and class organization expertise extends to her teaching of Business in Interior Design and Business of Luxury. She holds an MBA from Florida International University and a BA in Marketing from Barry University.
Teaching Areas: Business of Interior Design
read more
Michelle Pitter
Interior Design Professor
Alessandro has 24 years of expertise in developing brand equity and pioneering digital marketing across different cultures, nations, and businesses. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Under Armour, De Pestel led all the marketing aspects of the brand. He served previously as Executive Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Consumer Insights for Tommy Hilfiger Global/PVH Europe, executing global alignment, planning, and strategies to support the company’s product directives and initiatives. De Pestel also worked as International Communications Director for Christian Dior Parfums in France and Vice President of Global Marketing for Omega Watches in Switzerland.
Teaching Areas: International Customer Behavior, Fashion Entrepreneurs, Creating Communicating & Delivery Luxury and Omni-Channel Distribution
read more
Alessandro De Pestel
Fashion Business Professor
An architect from the Universidad de Los Andes, Venezuela, Jose started his career among local top architects while developing a 5-year tutoring experience in design disciplines. He pursued an MA in Design and Media Management at the Miami International University of Art and Design, which provided him with invaluable insights into the interior design business in the US. His current experience focuses on upscale residential and hospitality projects. Jose covers Design Studio, Interior Graphic Standards, and Advanced Visual Presentation Techniques, among many others.
Teaching Areas: Digital Rendering Techniques and Design Project II
read more
Jose E. Rodriguez
Interior Design Professor
Ms. Mariam Elias is an educator, designer, and writer. In the last five years, she has served in various academic institutions locally and internationally, such as Florida International University, Istituto Marangoni Miami, Miami International University of Art and Design in Miami, and Coventry University in Cairo, Egypt. She has taught in graduate programs such as the MA in Design & Media Management and MFA in Visual Arts. She has also covered courses in disciplines such as Advertising, Graphic Design, and Interior Design.
Teaching Areas: History of Art, Design and Visual Culture
read more
Mariam Elias
Interior Design Professor
Victor Uphaus is a former retail executive who worked as a Store Manager and District Training manager for well-known American retail companies, such as Kids R Us, The Children's Place, GAP, JLindeberg, and Brooks Brothers. His passion for learning and sharing knowledge has enabled him to teach management, marketing, and other business courses at colleges and universities since 1997. His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of Michigan and two Master's Degrees from St. Thomas University, one in Management and the other in Business Administration.
Teaching Areas: Finance and Strategic Retail Management
read more
Victor Uphaus
Fashion Business Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Matthew has become a well-known and successful investor and creative director for his understanding of design-conscious products, brands, and services for the luxury and lifestyle markets. Through his brand consultancy, Thermal Brands, Matthew consults with dozens of clients within the Fashion, Beauty/Wellness, Food, and Home/Hospitality categories. He has designed exclusive products and consumer experiences (installations, presentations, charity events, concerts, and Pop-ups) for such events, including the NBA Draft, Art Basel, CES, ComplexCon, KidzCon, Paris Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, and Formula One.
read more
Matthew I. Growney
Fashion Business Professor
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Eyan is a seasoned fashion Creative Director, boasting extensive expertise and a stellar track record in men's and women's ready-to-wear and accessories. He has helmed large creative teams worldwide as Creative Director/SVP of Design for Hugo Boss men's and womenswear, Nike women's, and Puma international. With over 25 years of experience, Eyan gives students a global perspective on visionary trends and contemporary fashion, offering guidance to channel and focus on their creative aspirations. He holds a Master of Art in Fashion Menswear from the Royal College of Art in London and a Bachelor of Art in Fashion and Textiles from the University of Central Lancashire, UK.
Teaching Areas: Creative Direction, Fashion Design, Luxury Innovation Fashion and Product Development
read more
Eyan Allen
Fashion Design and Business Professor
Mario Braghieri has been involved in fashion production for over thirty years. At a young age, his parents owned a manufacturing company that created high-quality samples and prototypes for countless well-known brands in Italy.
He attended Istituto Marangoni Milan with the desire to leave his mark in the fashion market as a pattern maker. Upon graduating, he developed samples and worked in fashion production for the Nadini Group, an Italian designer label manufacturer based in Modena-Italy, including designer houses such as Gianfranco Ferrè and Fendi. Subsequently, he worked as a fashion production consultant and started his career at Marangoni as an assistant teacher.
Mario has always pursued his career with determination, focusing on deepening his knowledge and skills in garment construction and pattern making. He has worked for renowned fashion names such as Emporio Armani, Maska, Cerruti, Mariella Burani, and Karl Lagerfeld. For the past 27 years, Mario has been a major player in guiding Istituto Marangoni through its international growth, bringing his technical knowledge, industry expertise, and garment-making finesse to the School.
Teaching Areas: Construction Resale & Development, Digital Pattern Cutting II, Pattern Cutting Fundamentals III, Atelier & Studio Time and Final Collection
read more
Mario Braghieri
Dean of Fashion
Nathalie Tessier's journey in the fashion world began with studying fashion design in Paris, where she initially found her passion. However, as she delved deeper into the industry, she realized her true calling lay in the business side of fashion. She embarked on a remarkable career path upon graduation, joining the esteemed brand Celio.
At Celio, Nathalie assumed the director role, overseeing various crucial aspects such as designing and managing international market collections, product distribution, and spearheading marketing campaigns. Her responsibilities included pioneering new store concept prototypes and demonstrating her multifaceted expertise in shaping the brand's identity and market presence.
Nathalie's tenure in Paris enriched her professional journey as she collaborated with renowned brands like Celio Sport, Dooble, and Sud Express, further deepening her understanding of the intricacies of the fashion business world. Today, Nathalie brings her wealth of experience and insights to her role as the program leader for the Fashion Business program at IMM, where she guides and inspires aspiring professionals to navigate and excel in the dynamic realm of fashion business.
Teaching Areas: Trend Forecasting, Fashion Marketing: Principles and Practices, Production 360 and Fashion Entrepreneurship-Thesis
read more
Nathalie Tessier
Fashion Business Program Leader
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship.
Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
read more
Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
Roxana Frontini teaches our students how to excel at managing marketing projects and teams, integrating strategies, and implementing complex initiatives for success. She incorporates her robust problem-solving abilities and entrepreneurial mindset into all her teaching and projects. Roxana is a proactive leader with extensive experience in fostering the growth of global companies in the media, fashion, music, and creative sectors. Possessing Master’s Degrees in Technology and Business Management and a double major in Law and Business, Roxana holds expertise in utilizing data-driven and highly creative marketing through technology and innovation to drive purposeful profitability and business expansion.
Teaching Areas: Ethics, Branding, Marketing & Communications
read more
Roxana Frontini
Fashion Business Professor
Michelle is a dedicated and results-oriented professional with over 11 years of broad-based experience in higher education – excelling in various teaching methods to encourage creativity and higher-order thinking among students. On top of her expertise in increasing student performance, syllabus development, and course planning, she has diverse and extensive experience in fashion education, branding, graphic design, and business. She has served in senior design management positions in the fashion and beauty industries. Her lesson planning and class organization expertise extends to her teaching of Business in Interior Design and Business of Luxury. She holds an MBA from Florida International University and a BA in Marketing from Barry University.
Teaching Areas: Business of Interior Design
read more
Michelle Pitter
Interior Design Professor
Alessandro has 24 years of expertise in developing brand equity and pioneering digital marketing across different cultures, nations, and businesses. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Under Armour, De Pestel led all the marketing aspects of the brand. He served previously as Executive Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Consumer Insights for Tommy Hilfiger Global/PVH Europe, executing global alignment, planning, and strategies to support the company’s product directives and initiatives. De Pestel also worked as International Communications Director for Christian Dior Parfums in France and Vice President of Global Marketing for Omega Watches in Switzerland.
Teaching Areas: International Customer Behavior, Fashion Entrepreneurs, Creating Communicating & Delivery Luxury and Omni-Channel Distribution
read more
Alessandro De Pestel
Fashion Business Professor
An architect from the Universidad de Los Andes, Venezuela, Jose started his career among local top architects while developing a 5-year tutoring experience in design disciplines. He pursued an MA in Design and Media Management at the Miami International University of Art and Design, which provided him with invaluable insights into the interior design business in the US. His current experience focuses on upscale residential and hospitality projects. Jose covers Design Studio, Interior Graphic Standards, and Advanced Visual Presentation Techniques, among many others.
Teaching Areas: Digital Rendering Techniques and Design Project II
read more
Jose E. Rodriguez
Interior Design Professor
Ms. Mariam Elias is an educator, designer, and writer. In the last five years, she has served in various academic institutions locally and internationally, such as Florida International University, Istituto Marangoni Miami, Miami International University of Art and Design in Miami, and Coventry University in Cairo, Egypt. She has taught in graduate programs such as the MA in Design & Media Management and MFA in Visual Arts. She has also covered courses in disciplines such as Advertising, Graphic Design, and Interior Design.
Teaching Areas: History of Art, Design and Visual Culture
read more
Mariam Elias
Interior Design Professor
Victor Uphaus is a former retail executive who worked as a Store Manager and District Training manager for well-known American retail companies, such as Kids R Us, The Children's Place, GAP, JLindeberg, and Brooks Brothers. His passion for learning and sharing knowledge has enabled him to teach management, marketing, and other business courses at colleges and universities since 1997. His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of Michigan and two Master's Degrees from St. Thomas University, one in Management and the other in Business Administration.
Teaching Areas: Finance and Strategic Retail Management
read more
Victor Uphaus
Fashion Business Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Matthew has become a well-known and successful investor and creative director for his understanding of design-conscious products, brands, and services for the luxury and lifestyle markets. Through his brand consultancy, Thermal Brands, Matthew consults with dozens of clients within the Fashion, Beauty/Wellness, Food, and Home/Hospitality categories. He has designed exclusive products and consumer experiences (installations, presentations, charity events, concerts, and Pop-ups) for such events, including the NBA Draft, Art Basel, CES, ComplexCon, KidzCon, Paris Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, and Formula One.
read more
Matthew I. Growney
Fashion Business Professor
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Eyan is a seasoned fashion Creative Director, boasting extensive expertise and a stellar track record in men's and women's ready-to-wear and accessories. He has helmed large creative teams worldwide as Creative Director/SVP of Design for Hugo Boss men's and womenswear, Nike women's, and Puma international. With over 25 years of experience, Eyan gives students a global perspective on visionary trends and contemporary fashion, offering guidance to channel and focus on their creative aspirations. He holds a Master of Art in Fashion Menswear from the Royal College of Art in London and a Bachelor of Art in Fashion and Textiles from the University of Central Lancashire, UK.
Teaching Areas: Creative Direction, Fashion Design, Luxury Innovation Fashion and Product Development
read more
Eyan Allen
Fashion Design and Business Professor
Mario Braghieri has been involved in fashion production for over thirty years. At a young age, his parents owned a manufacturing company that created high-quality samples and prototypes for countless well-known brands in Italy.
He attended Istituto Marangoni Milan with the desire to leave his mark in the fashion market as a pattern maker. Upon graduating, he developed samples and worked in fashion production for the Nadini Group, an Italian designer label manufacturer based in Modena-Italy, including designer houses such as Gianfranco Ferrè and Fendi. Subsequently, he worked as a fashion production consultant and started his career at Marangoni as an assistant teacher.
Mario has always pursued his career with determination, focusing on deepening his knowledge and skills in garment construction and pattern making. He has worked for renowned fashion names such as Emporio Armani, Maska, Cerruti, Mariella Burani, and Karl Lagerfeld. For the past 27 years, Mario has been a major player in guiding Istituto Marangoni through its international growth, bringing his technical knowledge, industry expertise, and garment-making finesse to the School.
Teaching Areas: Construction Resale & Development, Digital Pattern Cutting II, Pattern Cutting Fundamentals III, Atelier & Studio Time and Final Collection
read more
Mario Braghieri
Dean of Fashion
Nathalie Tessier's journey in the fashion world began with studying fashion design in Paris, where she initially found her passion. However, as she delved deeper into the industry, she realized her true calling lay in the business side of fashion. She embarked on a remarkable career path upon graduation, joining the esteemed brand Celio.
At Celio, Nathalie assumed the director role, overseeing various crucial aspects such as designing and managing international market collections, product distribution, and spearheading marketing campaigns. Her responsibilities included pioneering new store concept prototypes and demonstrating her multifaceted expertise in shaping the brand's identity and market presence.
Nathalie's tenure in Paris enriched her professional journey as she collaborated with renowned brands like Celio Sport, Dooble, and Sud Express, further deepening her understanding of the intricacies of the fashion business world. Today, Nathalie brings her wealth of experience and insights to her role as the program leader for the Fashion Business program at IMM, where she guides and inspires aspiring professionals to navigate and excel in the dynamic realm of fashion business.
Teaching Areas: Trend Forecasting, Fashion Marketing: Principles and Practices, Production 360 and Fashion Entrepreneurship-Thesis
read more
Nathalie Tessier
Fashion Business Program Leader
Dr. Lazo-Flores has been in the creative industry and higher education for over thirty years. She has been a design educator in both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels of interior architecture, landscape architecture, furniture design, product and interface design, industrial design, and studio art programs in the US, Singapore, Japan, and the Philippines. She has professionally practiced for over ten years, covering luxury residential design, commercial offices, hospitality spaces, trade shows, and military buildings in various parts of the world. She received her Ph.D. in Design Science and Planning from Chiba University, Japan, with a Japanese Ministry of Education scholarship.
Teaching Areas: Research & Concept Development, Design for Sustainability and Interior Graphic Standards
read more
Dr. Thelma Lazo-Flores
Dean of Interior Design
Roxana Frontini teaches our students how to excel at managing marketing projects and teams, integrating strategies, and implementing complex initiatives for success. She incorporates her robust problem-solving abilities and entrepreneurial mindset into all her teaching and projects. Roxana is a proactive leader with extensive experience in fostering the growth of global companies in the media, fashion, music, and creative sectors. Possessing Master’s Degrees in Technology and Business Management and a double major in Law and Business, Roxana holds expertise in utilizing data-driven and highly creative marketing through technology and innovation to drive purposeful profitability and business expansion.
Teaching Areas: Ethics, Branding, Marketing & Communications
read more
Roxana Frontini
Fashion Business Professor
Michelle is a dedicated and results-oriented professional with over 11 years of broad-based experience in higher education – excelling in various teaching methods to encourage creativity and higher-order thinking among students. On top of her expertise in increasing student performance, syllabus development, and course planning, she has diverse and extensive experience in fashion education, branding, graphic design, and business. She has served in senior design management positions in the fashion and beauty industries. Her lesson planning and class organization expertise extends to her teaching of Business in Interior Design and Business of Luxury. She holds an MBA from Florida International University and a BA in Marketing from Barry University.
Teaching Areas: Business of Interior Design
read more
Michelle Pitter
Interior Design Professor
Alessandro has 24 years of expertise in developing brand equity and pioneering digital marketing across different cultures, nations, and businesses. As the Chief Marketing Officer at Under Armour, De Pestel led all the marketing aspects of the brand. He served previously as Executive Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Consumer Insights for Tommy Hilfiger Global/PVH Europe, executing global alignment, planning, and strategies to support the company’s product directives and initiatives. De Pestel also worked as International Communications Director for Christian Dior Parfums in France and Vice President of Global Marketing for Omega Watches in Switzerland.
Teaching Areas: International Customer Behavior, Fashion Entrepreneurs, Creating Communicating & Delivery Luxury and Omni-Channel Distribution
read more
Alessandro De Pestel
Fashion Business Professor
An architect from the Universidad de Los Andes, Venezuela, Jose started his career among local top architects while developing a 5-year tutoring experience in design disciplines. He pursued an MA in Design and Media Management at the Miami International University of Art and Design, which provided him with invaluable insights into the interior design business in the US. His current experience focuses on upscale residential and hospitality projects. Jose covers Design Studio, Interior Graphic Standards, and Advanced Visual Presentation Techniques, among many others.
Teaching Areas: Digital Rendering Techniques and Design Project II
read more
Jose E. Rodriguez
Interior Design Professor
Ms. Mariam Elias is an educator, designer, and writer. In the last five years, she has served in various academic institutions locally and internationally, such as Florida International University, Istituto Marangoni Miami, Miami International University of Art and Design in Miami, and Coventry University in Cairo, Egypt. She has taught in graduate programs such as the MA in Design & Media Management and MFA in Visual Arts. She has also covered courses in disciplines such as Advertising, Graphic Design, and Interior Design.
Teaching Areas: History of Art, Design and Visual Culture
read more
Mariam Elias
Interior Design Professor
Victor Uphaus is a former retail executive who worked as a Store Manager and District Training manager for well-known American retail companies, such as Kids R Us, The Children's Place, GAP, JLindeberg, and Brooks Brothers. His passion for learning and sharing knowledge has enabled him to teach management, marketing, and other business courses at colleges and universities since 1997. His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Economics from the University of Michigan and two Master's Degrees from St. Thomas University, one in Management and the other in Business Administration.
Teaching Areas: Finance and Strategic Retail Management
read more
Victor Uphaus
Fashion Business Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Matthew has become a well-known and successful investor and creative director for his understanding of design-conscious products, brands, and services for the luxury and lifestyle markets. Through his brand consultancy, Thermal Brands, Matthew consults with dozens of clients within the Fashion, Beauty/Wellness, Food, and Home/Hospitality categories. He has designed exclusive products and consumer experiences (installations, presentations, charity events, concerts, and Pop-ups) for such events, including the NBA Draft, Art Basel, CES, ComplexCon, KidzCon, Paris Fashion Week, NY Fashion Week, and Formula One.
read more
Matthew I. Growney
Fashion Business Professor
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Internships
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, students have access to a diverse range of internships tailored to their area of expertise. Whether you’re studying fashion design, fashion business, styling, or interior design, our internships provide hands-on learning experiences that complement your academic pursuits and prepare you for a successful career.
Industry Networking Sessions
Networking is essential for your career at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Through our ‘In Conversation With’ series, well-known personalities from the fashion and design industries are invited to share their expertise and offer invaluable advice for success. Additionally, our expert professors, events, volunteer opportunities, and brand partnerships foster networking sessions, giving students chances to expand their professional connections within the sector.
Collaborations
By partnering with prestigious fashion and design brands, Istituto Marangoni Miami provides students with exceptional chances to acquire practical knowledge and be mentored by industry professionals. This collaboration exposes students to various business aspects, including creating high-end runway designs for brands like Chanel and Hugo Boss, producing images for renowned publications such as Vogue, OceanDrive, and Regia Magazine, and developing visual merchandising displays for popular brands. Moreover, students can participate in creative direction and photography sessions conducted by experts like Frederic Pinet and RioCam.
The Miami Fashion Movement
Istituto Marangoni Miami students play a prominent role in leading fashion weeks across the Americas, an event recognized as “The Miami Fashion Movement.” The initiative provides students with the unique opportunity to design and present their collections on runways worldwide, including prominent events like Miami Swim Week, El Paseo, New York, Panama, Costa Rica, Argentina, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. This comprehensive experience enables students to gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the fashion industry, culminating in the exhilarating experience of witnessing their creations showcased on the runway.
Distance Education Policies
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, we are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience that extends beyond the traditional classroom. Our Distance Education Policies are designed to ensure that all online and remote learning opportunities meet the same rigorous standards as our in-person programs. These policies outline the expectations for students and faculty, the resources available to support online learning, and the procedures in place to maintain academic integrity and excellence. Whether you’re pursuing a degree remotely or participating in a hybrid program, our policies are here to guide you through a successful and enriching distance education experience.
ONLINE MASTER’S
PROGRAMS TUITION
| Cost and Fees | Online Master’s Degree |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 36 |
| Tuition per Credit Hour | $1,000 |
| Non-Refundable Application | $100 |
| Semester Campus Fees | N/A |
| Semester Digital Resource Fees* | $350 |
| Semester Books and Supplies* | $200 |
| Graduation Fee | $400 |
| Total Cost of Tuition and Fees | $38,700 |
| Cost and Fees | Online Master’s Degree |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 36 |
| Tuition per Credit Hour | $1,000 |
| Non-Refundable Application | $100 |
| Semester Campus Fees | N/A |
| Semester Digital Resource Fees* | $350 |
| Semester Books and Supplies* | $200 |
| Graduation Fee | $400 |
| Total Cost of Tuition and Fees | $38,700 |
* The digital resources fees include all required software. Owning a personal computer is optional for on-campus students, as IMM features multiple labs with Apple iMacs and PCs.
* The school provides most resources, yet books and supplies are variable each semester.
* For a comprehensive overview of our tuition, fees, and refund policy, kindly access and download our catalog for detailed information. DOWNLOAD CATALOG
For finance-related inquiries, don’t hesitate to contact the Finance Department at finance@immiami.com.
ADDITIONAL LIVING EXPENSES
| LIVING EXPENSES | COST PER SEMESTER – ON CAMPUS | COST PER SEMESTER – ONLINE |
| HOUSING PER SEMESTER | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| FOOD PER SEMESTER | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| TRANSPORTATION PER SEMESTER | $2,000 | $1,431 |
| TOTAL COST OF LIVING EXPENSES PER SEMESTER | $11,600 | $11,031 |
| LIVING EXPENSES | COST PER SEMESTER – ON CAMPUS | COST PER SEMESTER – ONLINE |
| HOUSING PER SEMESTER | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| FOOD PER SEMESTER | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| TRANSPORTATION PER SEMESTER | $2,000 | $1,431 |
| TOTAL COST OF LIVING EXPENSES PER SEMESTER | $11,600 | $11,031 |
* Please note that the above figures are averages and should be used for informational purposes only. Actual costs may vary depending on individual circumstances, lifestyle choices, and other factors. These estimates are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
* Your educational expenses can be classified into two main categories: direct costs and indirect costs. Direct costs include payments made directly to Istituto Marangoni Miami, including tuition and fees. Additionally, any expenses not directly paid to the university fall under the category of indirect costs, such as housing, transportation, and miscellaneous expenditures.
FAQ
Can I Do A Masters In Fashion?
Anyone interested in a future in the fashion industry can participate in doing a master’s in fashion. The only requirement for a fashion master’s program is that applicants must have previously completed a bachelor’s degree and can prove their completion. Istituto Marangoni Miami provides specializations that allow anyone to study fashion and develop their skills either in a business sense or a creative, digital aspect.
How Long Does A Masters In Fashion Take?
A master’s in fashion regardless of the specific program – Fashion & Luxury Brand Management or Digital Communication & Social Media strategy – is a 16-month degree consisting of 36 credits hours. The required courses for each program vary from 1 credit to 6 credits. The same applies to whether the program is completed on-campus with in-person instruction or online.
What are the admission requirements for Istituto Marangoni Master's degree?
The requirements for admission to our graduate programs are: online application, ID, Resume, Bachelor’s transcripts and diploma, Personal Statement, Finance Statement, Portfolio (if applicable), and Interview (if applicable).
CONTACT
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