Independent Professional Practice for Furniture Designers is focused on the skills and knowledge necessary to work as an independent or contract furniture designer in both local and international contexts.
The course involves knowledge and understanding of international markets and global trends, marketing techniques, branding, promotion and presentation, work opportunities, legal and business compliance, intellectual property, contractual arrangements and networks.
The course will involve personal research, interviews with leading furniture industry figures, reflection on industry partnership experiences and lectures on specific aspects of professional practice.