Milan Ethical Fashion Immersion

Developed in partnership with UNITAR, UREKA and Ferrari Fashion School, the Master is a programme based online and in Milan, designed to train professionals capable of integrating creativity, ethics and cultural diplomacy within the global fashion system

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Course Structure

Ethical Fashion, Sustainability and Cultural Diplomacy
This Executive Master provides core knowledge in ethical and sustainable fashion, focusing on responsible sourcing, circular design and ESG-driven brand strategies. Participants explore how cultural diplomacy and soft power influence the global fashion industry, learning to develop projects that connect markets, communities and institutions while strengthening brand reputation at an international level.

Executive Master Based Online and in Milan
Delivered both online and on campus at Ferrari Fashion School in Milan, the programme offers direct access to one of the world’s leading fashion capitals. Milan represents a unique ecosystem where sustainability, craftsmanship and innovation coexist. Designed for professionals, brand managers and creatives, the executive format allows participants to enhance their careers while continuing their professional activity.

Immersive Fashion Experience in Milan
Through company visits, field activities and industry meetings in Milan, participants gain hands-on insight into ethical and sustainable fashion practices. The programme connects students with sustainable brands, ateliers and organisations committed to social and environmental impact, offering a clear understanding of how sustainability is applied across the entire fashion value chain—from concept development to collection design, communication and retail.

Learning by Doing and Final Project
The Master adopts a practical, project-based approach through workshops, collaborative labs and upcycling activities. Participants develop real-world ethical fashion initiatives and complete a final project focused on designing and presenting a strategic proposal for an ethical fashion brand or a cultural diplomacy initiative linked to Milan and the global fashion system.

Joint International Certification
Upon completion, participants receive a joint international certificate issued by UNITAR, Ferrari Fashion School and Ureka. The certification validates professional expertise in ethical fashion, sustainability and cultural diplomacy, strengthening career opportunities in Milan and worldwide in areas such as sustainable fashion management, brand strategy, cultural diplomacy projects and international collaborations.

Weekly Schedule Overview

UNITAR Online Module
Topic: “Cultural Diplomacy through Fashion: Building Bridges & Business”

One Session x 3 weeks

25 May 2026 History and Evolution of the field of Cultural Diplomacy
1 June 2026 Applied Fashion Case studies in Cultural Diplomacy
8 June 2026 Future trends in International Relations & Cultural Diplomacy

Day 1 – Monday 15/6: Introduction to Ethical Fashion

10:00–12:00 | Ferrari Fashion School | Topic: Introduction to Ethical Fashion: Concepts, Principles & Global Context
12:00–13:00 | Lunch outside
13:00–15:00 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Topic: Project mentorship
15:00–17:30 | Site Visit to a Milan-based ethical fashion brand or artisan atelier

Day 2 – Tuesday 16/6: Sustainability & Business principles

09:00–11:00 | Ferrari Fashion School | Topic: Sustainable Materials, Textiles & Supply Chains
11:00–13:00 | Ureka | Topic: Business principles
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch inhouse
14:00–16:00 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Topic: Project mentorship
16:00–18:00 | Site Visit to a sustainable textile lab or eco-factory

Day 3 – Wednesday 17/6: Ethics in Design & Production

09:00–11:00 | Ferrari Fashion School | Topic: Slow Fashion, Circularity & Design Ethics
11:00–13:00 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Topic: Project Mentorship
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch inhouse
14:00–17:00 | Site Visit to a traditional Milanese craft studio or sustainable design hub

Day 4 – Thursday 18/6: Brand Strategy & Innovation

09:00–11:00 | Ferrari Fashion School | Topic: Branding Ethical Fashion: Transparency, Authenticity & Storytelling
11:00–13:00 | Ureka | Topic: Innovation Workshop
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch inhouse
14:00 – 16:00 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Topic: Project Mentorship
16:00–18:00 | Site Visit to a Milan-based fashion house with sustainable branding strategy

Day 5 – Friday 19/6: Leadership & Ethics in Fashion Business

09:00 – 11:00 | UNITAR – Ureka | Topic: UNITAR Director’s Session on Leadership & Ethics
11:00 – 12:00 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Topic: Project Mentorship
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch inhouse
13,30 – 15:00 | Ferrari Fashion School Auditorium | Group Project Showcase: Teams present their “Workable Ethical Fashion Concept”, Certificates & Networking
15:00 – 18:30 | Ferrari Fashion School/Ureka | Farewell Aperitivo Outside

Format :Team-based (3–5 participants per group)
Objective: Develop a practical, scalable ethical fashion concept or business model
Must address: Sustainability – Cultural relevance/diplomacy – Feasibility in current market conditions –
Evaluation Criteria: Innovation, Ethical Integrity, Practicality, Presentation

Partners

UREKA

Ureka is a multinational education group founded in London in 2014 by a team of Sloan Fellows from London Business School. Recognised as one of the leading providers of experiential learning in the IMEA region (India, Middle East and Africa), Ureka delivers innovative educational content and practical programmes that combine academic frameworks with real-world applications. Ureka’s approach enables professionals to develop strategic and operational skills in international contexts, with a strong focus on business, leadership, innovation and sustainability.

Unitar

UNITAR is an autonomous body of the United Nations, established in 1965 and governed by a Board of Trustees. Its mission is to strengthen the individual, institutional and organizational capacities of Member States and other United Nations stakeholders through high-quality learning solutions and related knowledge tools. UNITAR supports strategic decision-making and action at the national level to address global challenges, promoting sustainable development, cultural diplomacy and international competencies.

Faculty

Admissions

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who demonstrate a cultural and/or professional interest in Ethical Fashion and sustainability in the fashion industry
A B2 level of English proficiency or equivalent