Tembusu Institute's Diploma in Footwear Design and Product Development is the first of its kind in Singapore. If you are thinking of starting your own shoe brand, owning a shoe store, or seeking a shoe-buying job in the Fashion Industry, this program is definitely for you! Its 15 modules will give you a comprehensive overview of shoe design, pattern making, construction, sales & marketing insights, costing, and quality control. Tembusu Institute and Arsutoria, a world-renowned Italian Footwear institution, that trained Nine West, Aldo, Nike, and LVMH, have jointly developed this program. Arsutoria trainers will jointly deliver this program. There is an undeniable need for knowledgeable & skillful shoe experts in the industry and this is possibly one of the best Footwear Diploma Courses in South-East Asia.
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Full Time: 4
Part Time: 12
TaF.tc's Diploma in Footwear Design and Product Development will be conducted in the form of lectures, discussions, demonstrations, case studies, practical exercises, role plays and hands-on activities.
Everything you learn at Tembusu Institute can be applied to your professional life in fashion and will be taught by industry practitioners through interactive workshops, whether online or in Tembusu Institute's Sewing Labs.
Our partners and advisors are as close to home as Thailand or Japan and as far as Italy or the UK. Tap into a professional community built over decades of industry immersion.
Our career support connects you to jobs available on the market, opportunities for further studies, and resources to help you start your own brand.
This course highlights the importance of quality, fit and comfort in the footwear industry. You will analyse the factors that influence these 3 key areas and how to account for them in the production of shoes across various styles in this multifaceted and interactive class. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Quality and Fit Evaluation SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:22:00
Take your design from paper to working digital file using computer aided design software such as adobe illustrator. You will learn how to draw various shoe designs and render them on this platform to reflect the qualities and details of your design. A must technique for every designer to convey your creative concepts in a professional presentation with technical specifications. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Digital Footwear Design SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:36:00
This module provides the learners with a comprehensive overview of the athletic shoes manufacturing process, so as to better comprehend the underlying issues in design, prototyping and production. Learners will analyze the various methods in athletic shoe construction and types of seam construction which will provide the designers and developers with key elements to build quality of finishing into the shoes. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Athletic Shoes Fundamentals SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:16:00
Leather brings a touch of luxury and prestige to footwear. As a natural material, each hide comes with its unique characteristics. Learn how to appreciate leather and its qualities; its anatomy, sources, grades and the tanning process from raw hide to a finished material. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Leather and Materials SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:22:00
A huge factor determining the cost and durability of a pair of footwear is the construction method. This course breaks down a shoe into different components and provides an overview of the manufacturing process. Through this course you will analyse various components, accessories, materials and construction methods enabling you to comprehend the underlying issues in design, prototyping and production of constructing shoes of good quality. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Component and Construction SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:22:00
Use the right key tools to approach your market positioning of your footwear brand/line. You will be equipped with materials to identify the needs of your target customers, and learn to develop a footwear merchandise plan to optimize profits. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Branding and Buying Strategy SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:34:00
Gather the necessary knowledge of footwear cost computation before it goes into production. Learn how to communicate concise information with the production team and calculate cost factoring in the materials, labour and consumption. This course will act as a guide on the feasibility of your footwear production plans. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Technical Specifications and Costing SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:22:00
In a unique hands on experience, this course allows you to create your very own pair of ladies court shoes. You will learn to cut leather components from existing patterns, stitch upper, cement the outsole and use special tools and equipment. With guidance from our professional trainers, take a look into the world of traditional shoe making and craft a pair that’s uniquely yours. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Shoe Making: Ladies' Court Shoes SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:34:00
Enhance your skills in pattern making for ladies’ and men’s shoes. In this module, you will deepen your understanding and technical skills through preparing the last, marking location points, pattern adjustment and variations. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Intermediate Footwear Pattern Making SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:32:00
This course provides a hands on learning experience to cut, stitch and construct a pair of ladies high heel strappy sandal with access to special tools and equipment. You will not only learn to self-evaluate the product for quality but will also learn how to rectify mistakes. With guidance from our professional, take a look into the world of traditional shoe making and craft a pair that’s uniquely yours. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Shoe Making: Ladies’ Sandals SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:34:00
Get involved with your shoes on a whole new level. Shape the curves and lines of your shoes – discover the various stages and techniques. Learn from the shoe expert on how to create patterns for a variety of ladies shoes and men’s classic shoes. You will experience pattern making from 3D to 2D. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Basic Footwear Pattern Making SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:32:00
Developing a shoe collection is not a mere walk in the park, various skills and considerations has to be put in place throughout the development. You will be shown various skills and how to interpret the latest trends and gain inspiration before conceptualizing your collection. From the creation of mood boards to the final technical package, this course is ideal for those who want to experience and create a full footwear design collection. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Footwear Design Collection SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:38:00
This course provides a unique hands on experience to make your very own pair of men’s shoes. With access to special tool and machinery, craft your own pair of men’s shoes under the guidance of our professional trainers. Taking a peek into the world of bespoke shoes, you will learn skills and techniques that goes into traditional shoe making. Funding Period: 1st March 2021 to end Feb 2024
Registered Title:Shoe Making: Men’s Shoes SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:42:00
In this Creating a Digitalised Customer Experience in Retail course on how to become an influencer, you will learn the essential skills and strategies needed to build your personal brand and effectively engage with your audience across various social media platforms. The course covers topics such as identifying your niche, creating compelling content, and utilizing storytelling techniques to connect authentically with your followers. You will also explore best practices for growing your online presence, collaborating with brands, and leveraging analytics to measure your impact and success.
Whether you aspire to be an influence in fashion, lifestyle, fitness, or any other field, this course will empower you with the knowledge and tools to establish yourself as a successful influencer and make a meaningful impact.
Pick up the art of sketching various footwear styles to scale using a systematic approach. You will get hands on experience on how to transfer sketches to technical designs and how to create technical specification sheet to communicate clearly your design concepts to the production team.
Registered Title:Footwear Design Sketching SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:32:00
This training provides occupational knowledge and skills of the various techniques and concepts in athletic shoes construction that are widely used in the footwear industry. It covers understanding of how athletic shoes are constructed, the various material utilization with various components within the construction of the athletic shoe. Thus fundamental knowledge will reduce redundant designs that cannot be replicated in mass production, eliminate misinterpretation in sampling and production, and improve communication in production specifications. This unit is delivered through lecture, demonstration and hands-on activities.
Registered Title:Shoe Making: Athletic Shoes SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:24:00
Our Digital Marketing (SEM) in Retail gives you a comprehensive understanding of Search Engine Marketing (SEM), a powerful tool for businesses to increase visibility and drive traffic to their websites through paid advertising on search engines like Google and Bing. SEM enables businesses to target users actively searching for relevant products or services, delivering ads directly to those most likely to engage.
This course will cover essential concepts, including pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, ad auction mechanics, keyword targeting, campaign optimization, and conversion tracking. You will learn how to set up and manage SEM campaigns effectively, monitor their performance, and understand how SEM complements other digital marketing tactics, like Search Engine Optimization (SEO). While SEO focuses on organically improving search engine rankings over time, SEM provides a faster way to gain visibility and drive traffic through paid methods.
Registered Title:Digital Marketing (SEM) in Retail SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:16:00
Our Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to Boost Retail Sales course teaches you how to improve your website’s organic search rankings using techniques like content optimization, relevant keywords, and enhanced site structure. The aim is to draw in visitors organically, without spending money on ads to appear in search results.
We will explore key topics such as keyword research, on-page optimization, technical SEO, and link-building strategies through practical examples and real-world case studies. Additionally, you will learn to use analytical tools such as Google Analytics to track and understand website performance and user behavior.
Registered Title:Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to Boost Retail Sales SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:16:00
By providing useful information, you can attract potential customers to your website or social media platforms. You can nurture those relationships through email marketing and other personalized communication. Inbound marketing aims to build trust and credibility, ultimately leading to more conversions and loyal customers.
Registered Title:Digital Marketing (Inbound Marketing) for Retail SSG Approved Training & Assessments Hours:16:00
Upon successful completion of each module within the course, you will be awarded the Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment (SOA) by SkillsFuture Singapore. After successful completion of all modules within the course, you will be awarded the Diploma in Footwear Design and Product Development certification by TaF.tc. TaF.tc diploma and advance diploma are accredited by institutes globally. For more information please go here to check our accreditations or to contact Louise Clement at louiseclement@taftc.org
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As an Edutrust and Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) certified training centre, with 11 top fashion schools recognising our Diplomas for accreditation programmes like Paris College Of Art and Atelier Chardon Savard, TaF.tc continues to stay in line with leading national and international fashion industry standards.
The Footwear Diploma will be split into 5 main categories which will cover the fundamentals of footwear, design & sketching, business modules, shoemaking, and a final capstone project to wrap up everything you’ve learnt in the Diploma.
Most definitely! Upon completion of your Diploma programme, you will be awarded a hardcopy WSQ Diploma certificate from us, and you can also access the softcopy via your MySkillsFuture portal!
Not at all! You can enrol for our Diploma programme without any prior experience, as long as you have a passion for fashion!
Yes we will! Whether it's through promoting your brand on our alumni portal THE LABEL SG, or providing mentorships and consultations to further your studies, we’ve got your back!
The courses are conducted in the form of lectures, discussions, demonstrations, case studies, practical exercises, and hands-on activities. You will then be assessed on the work you have done with a final evaluation at the end of every course.
