Cosmetic Management

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 addition, you will acquire the practical skills needed to apply make-up to the face and body including special effects for film and television.

What You’ll Learn

• 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.