FBI has been Australia’s link to the Fashion Industry for over 25 years.
Established in 1994, FBI began offering specialised courses in Fashion Business. Due to popular demand, a Fashion Design course was also added. Since then, the College has grown to offer 10 different course combinations of Fashion Business and Design.
FBI was founded as there was a noticeable gap in specific and relevant training to succeed in a career in the fashion industry. FBI introduced Australia’s first accredited Certificate IV and Diploma of Business specific to the Fashion Industry. Now having also introduced the Advanced Diploma of Fashion Business, exclusive to FBI and the first course of it’s kind internationally.
Longevity has meant that FBI has formed working relationships and industry connections across the globe and established a renowned reputation within the Australian fashion industry.
Over the years the physical College has also expanded, taking over the historic Glebe post office building in 2011 to make room for a new Design Studio, student lounge and FBI Styling Studio.
Keeping with the fast-paced nature of the fashion industry, FBI continually adapts and evolves to better equip students. The courses reflect the landscape of the industry and are kept up-to-date with current technologies. This has meant adding E-commerce, Social Media for Fashion, Fashion Blogging and Creative Content modules over the past few years.
The College has seen some of the Australian fashion industry’s most successful and hardworking Designers, Publicists, Stylists, Marketers and Buyers come through it’s iconic doors.
Campus & Facilities
FBI Students benefit from premium facilities and training resources, ensuring that they are supported in their studies. Courses are delivered in a beautiful and iconic creative space, which is home to a community of likeminded and inspirational people.
FBI Styling Studio
A professional standard styling studio is available for student hire. Students can use the space to build their styling portfolios, shoot collection lookbooks or build content for their blogs. The studio includes a fully-equipped camera, lighting, a beauty dish and backdrops.
Student Lounge
The FBI Student Lounge is available for students to study and socialise. In the historic Glebe Post Office building, the lounge houses the FBI Resource Library which is stocked with up-to-date Fashion Magazines, textbooks and journals. The suite of Mac computers are equipped with the latest software specific for Fashion Business and Fashion Design.
Business Studio
FBI business classes are held on level two of the iconic FBI building in a light filled, fully equipped business studio. Our industry trainers engage with students using the studio space and presenting course content over a smartboard projector.
Computer Studio
Home to a suite of Mac computers, the Computer Studio is equipped with the latest software specific to Fashion Business and Fashion Design. Students are taught essential computer skills in an intimate class setting to learn and develop their use of software for a modern day Fashion Industry.
Design Studios
The spacious and light filled Design studios are fitted out with pattern making tables, domestic and industrial sewing machines and overlockers. Students are provided with materials, fabrics and textiles throughout the course.
1994
FBI Fashion College Opens
College Owner Selena Mazuran opens the doors to FBI Fashion College the first college to introduce Fashion Business to the scope of Fashion training in Australia.
1996
Introduced Fashion Industry Guest Speakers, Fashion Company Visits and Special Events
FBI introduced regular Fashion Industry Guest Speakers, Fashion Company Visits and Special Events for students to hear and learn from notable figures such as Elle Ferguson, Carla Zampatti, Roxy Jacenko, Sydney Fashion Blogger, Oracle Fox Blogger, Christopher Esber, Rachel Gilbert, Justine Cullen and Margaret Zhang.
1998
Pioneered an FBI Careers Agency
The FBI Workplace Training Program pioneered on-the-job learning in the Fashion industry. Now placing an average of 100 students into placements each week.
2007
Introduced The FBI Mentor Program
The FBI Mentor Program has engaged professionals from companies like Sass & Bide, Instyle, Kookai and General Pants Co. to partner one-on-one with FBI Students.
2008
Launched Chariot Boutique
FBI opened the doors to it’s own boutique, giving students a platform to sell their merchandise to the public.
2010
FBI ranked as one of the top 50 Fashion Schools in the world
FBI Fashion College ranked as one of the top 50 Fashion Schools in the world by Fashionista, Business of Fashion and Harper’s Bazaar.
2011
Launch of the $10,000 FBI Fashion Business Initiative
Home to a supportive and inspiring community, FBI launched the Fashion Business Initiative to further support students looking to grow or develop their own Fashion Business. Since the launch FBI has assisted FBI entrepreneurs such as Dan Jones of Dan Jones Label, Kim Hurwitz of Capital L and Emma Notte of Ametrine the Label.
2011
FBI Expands
FBI delivers courses in a beautiful and inspiring space. In 2011 the College expanded the premises into the historic Glebe Post Office Building.
2013
Introduced courses in Fashion Design
FBI introduces hands on and practical course in Fashion Design. Students learn the entire process from concept to technical design and construction to marketing. Students develop their own collection over the duration of the courses.
2014
FBI Careers Agency places 1200 Students
Over 1200 FBI Students have now gained paid employment in the Fashion Industry, placed through the FBI Careers Agency.
2015
Introduced the FBI Global Fashion Experiences
FBI Students now have the opportunity to travel to highly sought after fashion destinations across the globe in addition to all courses at FBI Fashion College.
2016
Introduced the Advanced Diploma of Fashion Business
FBI introduced the Advanced Diploma of Fashion Business, the first and only course of it’s kind internationally and exclusive to FBI.
2016
FBI Careers Agency places 1430 Students
Over 1430 FBI Students have now gained paid employment in the Fashion Industry, placed through the FBI Careers Agency.
2016
FBI heads to Paris for the Global Fashion Experiences
As a once in a lifetime opportunity FBI takes 20 students to Paris as part of the Global Fashion Experiences to study ‘Luxury à la Française’ at one of the top Fashion Schools in the world.
2016
Introduced the Global Fashion Experience: Italy
After a successful GFE to Paris, FBI will be taking students to Milan, Florence and Rome in 2017. They will study in
Milan and Florence, experience Milan
Fashion Week and explore the arts and
culture of Rome.
2017
FBI Introduced the Student Exchange Program
Students can upgrade their course to study either Fashion Business or Fashion Design at one of the top Fashion schools in the world in Milan, Florence, Paris, London or China.
2017
The FBI Careers Agency Places 1600 Students
A record breaking of 1600 Students have now been placed into paid Fashion jobs through The FBI Careers Agency.
2017
Introduced The FBI Workshop Series
The FBI Workshop Series has been introduced for students to learn from Industry Professionals and gain an insight into the Fashion Industry. Elle Ferguson, Sydney Fashion Blogger and Tash Sefton hosted our Fashion Styling Workshop. Wedded Wonderland and Who What Wear hosted our Digital Fashion Workshop.
2018
FBI Introduces the Global Fashion Experience to New York
Following on from successful GFE trips to Paris and Italy, FBI will be taking students to New York City for the next GFE destination.
2019
FBI Careers Agency places 1710 Students
Another ground-breaking record at FBI, with now 1750 students placed into paid Fashion Jobs through the FBI Careers Agency.
2019
Global Fashion Experience to New York
FBI Fashion College is the 3rd education provider to establish a continuing partnership with the world’s number 1 Fashion School PARSONS for a special custom program students participated in during the Global Fashion Experience to New York in February. Students were also special guests at NYFW.
2019
FBI Milestone
Celebrating 25 years of flexible Fashion Business and Fashion Design education.