Hanse Apparel, a clothing manufacturer and development production (ODM) company, has launched the second semester of its global fashion talent development program, the Next Design School (NDS), in collaboration with Hongik University. The program aims to cultivate global fashion professionals through practical training led by industry experts.
On September 9, Hanse Apparel announced the commencement of the second semester of the NDS program, which was established last year through a partnership between Hanse Apparel and Hongik University. The curriculum includes training in practical skills across the fashion industry, from product development to production management, with participation from corporate professionals and faculty.
This semester's program features two advanced courses based on a practical curriculum: a Global Fashion Expert Practical and Job Creation course, and a CLO 3D Fashion Design and Job Creation course.
The Global Fashion Expert Practical course began with a special lecture by Kim Ik-hwan, Vice Chairman of Hanse Apparel and an adjunct professor at NDS, on September 8. Following this, Hanse Apparel employees will serve as instructors, providing practical training in brand sales, fabric selection, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) management, and research and development (R&D).
The CLO 3D Fashion Design and Job Creation course will be conducted in collaboration with CLO Virtual Fashion, a global 3D garment design software company. Students will receive hands-on training to design and create garments that reflect the latest trends.
At the end of the program, a presentation and exhibition will showcase the students' work. Outstanding graduates will receive additional points when applying for positions at Hanse Apparel.
Kim stated, "It is important to nurture talent that can immediately apply their skills in the corporate environment based on the theories learned in school. We will actively support students in developing the trend sensitivity and R&D capabilities required in the field."
Meanwhile, Hanse Apparel is expanding its business into the humanoid robot clothing market, aiming to cultivate this tech-based sector as a new growth driver.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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