Cosmetic Management
Program Overview
Humber’s Cosmetic Management diploma program allows you to develop the business skills and practical cosmetic applications skills needed for a career in personal care industries including colour cosmetics, skin care and fragrances.
With an emphasis on business, the curriculum focuses on cosmetic and fashion history, cosmetic and skin care product knowledge, colour theories and current trends, marketing and social media, ethics and sustainability, and creative suites applications. In additon, you will aquire the practical skills needed to apply make-up to the face and body including special effects for film and television.
Our program delivers a range of business-focused cosmetic courses. You will be introduced to the history of cosmetics and fashion; computer applications; cosmetic selling; retail buying; cosmetic, fragrance, and skin care product knowledge; marketing and social media; and application skills including advanced cosmetic applications and special effects for film and television.
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Assess the chemical composition of cosmetic products and recommend appropriate cosmetic treatments.
Differentiate ingredients found in cosmetic products and identify their functions and effects.
Identify and apply various make-up equipment and techniques used for professional application.
Create a variety of make-up special effects to portray a theme, cater to the requirements of an event, and/or fulfil the demands for TV and Film sets.
Apply relevant knowledge of anatomy, physiology, wellness, aging issues and skin disorders to the provision of specialized cosmetic application, in addition to health related issues.
Demonstrate successful characteristics of a professional salesperson applying customer relation principles, diversity practices, sales strategies and promotion techniques.
Identify, analyze and apply colour relationships and theories in the application of cosmetics and products for diverse skin types.
Demonstrate effective professional communication skills in verbal and written formats.
Apply business, legal and accounting principles effectively addressing the business needs of an organization.
Analyze market needs and apply strategic growth principles.
Identify the principles of organizational behaviour and human resource management.
Identify the ecological, ethical and environmental issues of the cosmetic industry.
The Humber Advantage
Students get hands-on teaching in their cosmetic management diploma, as the instructor gives a lesson in creating fuller brows. The cosmetic program delivers a range of business-focused cosmetic courses, retail buying, colour analysis and skin care fundamentals. Students also learn more advanced application techniques for TV, film and special effects.
Your Career
Transform your passion for cosmetics and beauty into a career.
Enjoy a career in this thriving industry, managing a cosmetic/fragrance brand, or working as a product developer or a buyer. Alternatively, build a career in other capacities such as makeup artist, counter manager or account executive. According to the market data firm, Research and Markets, there are more than 3,500 cosmetics companies in Canada. Toronto and southern Ontario provide a number of opportunities to begin your career in this industry.
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The Cosmetic Management Diploma Program
Watch the video to see Humber faculty member Aniya walk students through the Cosmetic Management program at Humber College. Capstone project includes a professional photo shoot.
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MOB Beauty CEO Leads Hands-On Cosmetic Workshop
Wed, January 11, 2023
World-renowned cosmetic product innovator and industry leader Victor Casale joined first-semester Cosmetic Management students for a workshop on creating complexion products.
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