Arsutoria School

ABOUT ARSUTORIA SCHOOLARSUTORIA is the world leading school for shoes and bags professionals. We strongly believe that a career in the field of shoes must be funded on a deep knowledge of the product: engineering techniques, materials and components, technical constructions. ARSUTORIA is the only school based in a fashion capital with an internal sample room where students of the 12-week pattern making and prototyping course can have their prototypes of shoes manufactured A portion of our students aims at creating their own brand. Another part of our graduates represents the younger generation of footwear companies’ owners. On average 50% of our students are financed by a company.

With students from over 50 countries we offer all courses in English. Average age of our students is 25. Most of them already have a working experience. Therefore, we have specialized our offer on short courses. Although part of our students already has an experience in the field, our courses start from the fundamentals. Thanks to the intensity of the program, students always achieve more than they expected. All our teachers are professionals with a significant working experience in prestigious companies. Their heritage is in design and manufacturing of quality shoes. Our students work in companies with different target prices. We teach them how to match their pricing requirements while keeping high

quality standards.

The school is located near the center town of Milan.We offer accommodation in apartments located in the same building of the school.

Since 2015 ARSUTORIA school is certified ISO9001 and it is accredited for technical

training.

INTERNATIONAL COURSESTogether with local industry associations we organize courses and workshops in different countries for employees of footwear and bag companies. During 2017 we have been working in Argentina, Brasil, China, Colombia, Japan, Mexico, Perù, South Africa and South Korea.

COURSES IN THE USASince 2009, we have been delivering workshops in the US: in Boston with TwoTen and from 2011 in NYC with FFaNY. In March 2018 we are launching a class in Los Angeles to better serve West Coast footwear companies.

AGE OF ARSUTORIA STUDENTS

17-20

21-25

26-30

31-35

36-40

>40

6%

39%

28%

12%

7%8%

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

Europe

Far East

Italy

LatinAmerica

North America

Middle EastAfrica Australia

18%

20%

28%

10%

16%

6%

data from a sample of 1000 students from years 2003-2014

BOSTON

NEW YORKPORTLAND

LEON

BOGOTA SINGAPORE

TOKYOSEOUL

HUADU

MILAN

AREQUIPA

CAPE TOWNSAO PAULO

BUENOS AIRES

COLLABORATION WITH SCHOOLSWe work with fashion design and management school to deliver technical education to their students. During 2017 we have been collaborating with Istituto Marangoni and Domus Academy in Italy, TafTC in Singapore, University of Oregon in the US.

TAILORMADE TRAININGTogether with leading companies we have developed and delivered customized programs to upgrade the employees’ knowledge and skills. In 2017 we have worked with Adidas, Nike, Tod’s and Valentino

DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVESThis 12 weeks class has been the core offering of ARSUTORIA School for over 70 years. The pattern engineer is the professional who translates ideas into products. His main responsibility is the development of the patterns of upper and lining. He must be familiar with all the materials and components used in the manufacturing of shoes including lasts and soles. The strength of Italian pattern engineers is one of the key ingredients for Italian reputation in the field of footwear.

Several students take this class to become pattern makers or technical developers. We encourage them to add the 4-week advanced class after to this 12-week to get an outstanding preparation for the industry.

Other students take the pattern making class to become shoe designers with a strong technical insight. To complete their curriculum, they take the 4-week footwear collection design class

The ARSUTORIA diploma is issued at the end of the course to students that have successfully completed the final assessment

TUITION FEES€ 8750 (VAT extempt)

COURSE TYPEFull time, Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM

DURATION12 weeks, for a total of 420 hours

INTAKESJanuary 8th - March 30th 2018April 5th - June 29th 2018August 27th - November 16th 2018

COURSE LANGUAGEEnglish / Italian

FOOTWEAR PATTERN MAKING AND PROTOTYPING COURSE

WEEK 1 - 8: PATTERN MAKINGMajority of class hours is dedicated to upper making techniques, a topic which we believe is indispensable for both designers and technicians.

There is a sequence of designs studied that start from the more classic styles such as pump, ballerina, derby, oxford and loafer. Classic measures, traditional proportions and correct style lines are covered.

Once the basis is established, the learning path brings students to a more advanced level with the study of more difficult designs such as: more complicated pumps and challenging lace-up shoes together with simple and asymmetric sandals, moccasin, ankle boots and boots.

A number of hours is dedicated to theoretical lessons. Topics covered include but are not limited to:

• international systems of sizes and widths• different types of lasts that can be used for different shoe styles and constructions• different types of soles (die-cut, molded)• bottom constructions (cemented, stitched, injected, vulcanized) and materials used

(leathers, rubbers, thermoplastics, polyurethanes, EVA, etc)• edge finishing and proper use of threads

We organize the following visits:

• one day at Lineapelle fair (in March and October)• in a leather tannery • in a footwear manufacturer

2D/3D CAD FOR FOOTWEAR DEVELOPMENTOne entire week is dedicated to the use of CAD systems in the footwear industry.

2D CAD systems are commonly used in most of the Italian footwear factories for pattern engineering and cutting.

In the recent years, also 3D CAD has reached a very good quality and footwear companies are increasingly implementing these technologies both in the pattern making area and in the design area.

At ARSUTORIA school one classroom with 20 workstations is dedicated to footwear CAD. An automatic cutting table is also available at the ARS-LAB

During the CAD week, the following topics are taught: use of the digital file of a last, flattening of the shell, pattern making, basics of size grading, nesting and cutting and calculation of material consumptions.

WEEK 9- 11: PROTOTYPING Starting from week 9 students are challenged to put in practice the techniques they have learned and they are required to develop one or two prototypes with the support of the technicians that work at the ARS-LAB

Initially students think of a design, they choose materials, lasts and bottom components among those available at the school. Then they have to make the patterns for upper and lining and they cut the pieces in the materials they have chosen.

After cutting the pieces, students work side by side with a professional stitcher: they must understand the impact on their designs of different operations like splitting, skiving, reinforcing and then stitching Once the uppers are ready they move their prototypes to lasting: our technicians show them the entire process: toe and back lasting, bottom roughing and pounding, heel nailing and sole attaching.

We spend a day at the Kenda Farben shoe finishing laboratory where students can apply different finishing to their prototypes with the support of the company specialists.

WEEK 12: FINAL ASSESSMENTThe final exam is an opportunity to recap all the subjects covered during the course and to assess the progress in skills and knowledge. It takes three entire days and it includes:

• a fit testing session on students’ prototypes• a written test on pattern making rules and on the contents of the theoretical lessons• a practical exercise: students have to make the patterns of a given design• a final interview ARS-LAB: OUR VERY OWN SAMPLE ROOM

Inside the facilities of ARSUTORIA school we have set up a footwear factory where a team of Italian technicians guide our students through the unique experience of making shoes. Students do not learn how to use the machines but they understand what happens in production. They can interact with the technicians while their prototypes flow through the different steps of manufacturing. They assist step by step while their design is translated into a real product Every student work on his/her shoe sample but they all also can learn by looking at the projects of the other students.

CHOOSE YOUR SPECIALIZATION PATHIN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY

FOOTWEAR TECHNICAL PATH

12 WEEKS PATTERN MAKING + 4 WEEK ADVANCED TECHNICAL COURSE

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO THOSE WHO WISH TO WORK AS FOOTWEAR PATTERN MAKERS AND TECHNICAL DEVELOPERS AND THOSE WHO OWN A

MANUFACTURING COMPANY.

Through this path, technicians will gain a deeper knowledge of the footwear engineering.

They will be challenged with more advanced projects and exposed to state of the art performance materials

FOOTWEAR DESIGN PATH 12 WEEKS PATTERN MAKING + 4 WEEK COLLECTION DESIGN COURSE

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO THOSE WHO WISH TO WORK AS FOOTWEAR DESIGNERS, PRODUCT MANAGERS, MERCHANDISERSOR LAUNCH THEIR OWN BRAND.

Through this path, designers will become more aware of what designing footwear really entails, will be able to interact with technical developers, will streamline the process of designing a collection

AFTER TAKING THE 12 WEEK PATTERN MAKING COURSE

ONLY STUDENTS WHO WILL SUCCESSFULLY PASS ALL THE MID-TERM ASSIGNMENTS DURING THE12-WEEK PROGRAM WILL BE ABLE TO TAKE THE 4-WEEK ADVANCED FOOTWEAR TECHNICAL COURSE

DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVESThis 4-week advanced module has recently been added to our training offer to respond to the increasing request from our students demanding more advanced technical insights.

Objective of this course is to dive more deeply into pattern making through the study of more technically sophisticated uppers.

The training program will cover additional pattern making subjects like:• Strobel - both edge and narrow - a construction commonly used in the athletic

industry which is becoming increasingly more popular in the casual segment • Moccasins: from the loafer type pattern taught in the 12-week class student will

deepen the topic by learning how to make the driver style and the boat shoe style patterns

• other technical details such as the bellows tongues and the waterproof booties

The class will also include lectures on topics like: • bottom molding and synthetic materials for soles• technical textiles and 3D meshes• seamless upper systems for sneakers

Few prototypes of uppers will be cut and stitched in microfiber to evaluate the accuracy of the pattern making.

The final assessment will be based on the evaluation of the accuracy of the patterns developed during the entire course.

TUITION FEES€ 2700 (VAT extempt) - cannot be taken as a standalone course



INTAKES (RIGHT AFTER THE 12 WEEKS COURSE)April 5th - May 4th 2018July 2nd - Julky 27th 2018November 26th - December 21st 2018


FOOTWEAR ADVANCED TECHNICAL COURSE

DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVESThis 4-week course can be taken separately or in conjunction with the 12-week pattern making course. We highly recommend taking the entire path of 16 weeks to those who wish to work as footwear designers or launch their own brand.

Overall objective of the course is to immerse participants in the process of creative development of a collection of footwear, focus their creative ideas and present them through a good level of sketching

At the end of the training program students will be able to:• make hand drawing of different styles of footwear, including sketches of lasts, insoles,

heels and outsoles of various kind• prepare a precise technical drawing of a shoe with the support of Adobe Illustrator,

add materials such as leather and fabrics and make a rendering with Photoshop• understand time and action calendar of a footwear collection from design to retail,

different roles and functions involved in the process in more structured organizations• focus your design idea and search for trend inspirations • build a footwear line based on the framework of a merchandising plan • communicate the DNA of a brand, its market positioning and competitors in a

consistent way

On top of the 2 weeks dedicated to hand sketching and digital design with Photoshop and Illustrator, students will learn processes of collection development: from market analysis to the application of the important activities of merchandising.

Actual examples of merchandising plans from fashion companies will be explained and analyzed. We will recreate the atmosphere of a typical style/product office of a footwear company. Students will work as a team to design collections and the creative part will be supported by the teachers. This phase will stimulate students and their creativity and will allow them to deal directly with all that they have acquired in previous classes. Then, individual work will follow, aiming to design and build a mood-board and from this to create a mini collection through freehand drawings, rendering and application of materials and colors.

Each student will present his/her draft collection to the entire class for a final evaluation. The draft prepared for the final presentation can then be used by the participants as their portfolio.

TUITION FEES€ 3500 (VAT extempt) / € 2700if taken after the 12 weeks course



INTAKESApril 5th - May 4th 2018July 2nd - Julky 27th 2018November 26th - December 21st 2018

Students are required to bring their own laptop so to better work on their final ppt (there is no need to own the licenses of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop)


FOOTWEAR COLLECTION DESIGN COURSE

DEDICATED HOUSING FOR OUR STUDENTS

ARSUTORIA RESIDENCE, AN UNIQUE OPPORTUNITYTo enhance learning experience outside the classroom, we offer accommodation in the ARSUTORIA Residence, located in the same building of our school.

Being part of an international network of footwear professionals contributes to giving each student a continuously rich and incomparable experience in our school.

All apartments are equipped with WiFi internet access, heating and A/C. The prices include: one weekly room cleaning, one weekly bedsheets replacement, two weekly towels replacement

Price for single room apartments is € 375,00 / week, double room apartments for single occupancy costs € 475,00 / week.15% discount is granted for reservations of 4 weeks periods and more.

The residence is located in Via Ippolito Nievo 33, walking distance from the center of Milan where most of the fashion retailers are located. It is very near the Cadorna and the Domodossola train/subway Stations

More info on how to reach us from the airports atarsutoria.com/arsutoria-school-location/

MILAN HAS ALWAYS BEEN A FASHION CAPITAL, MOST OF THE INTERNATIONAL FASHION AND FOOTWEAR BRANDS HAVE OFFICES, FLAGSHIP STORES AND SHOWROOMS IN THE CITY.

TWO OF THE MOST IMPORTANT TRADE FAIRS FOR THE BAG INDUSTRY TAKE PLACE IN MILAN: MIPEL AND LINEAPELLE ARE BOTH ORGANISED IN THE MILAN FAIRGROUND AND THEY ATTRACT THOUSANDS OF

PROFESSIONALS EVERY YEAR TO THE CITY

GENERAL INFORMATION TO ENJOY YOUR STAY IN MILAN

APPLICATION AND ENROLLMENTApplications have to be submitted online at arsutoria.com/shoe-courses-application

Upon receiving the application the school issues a proposal with tuition and accommodation fees.In order to keep a reasonable ratio between students and teachers we accept only a limited number of students for each class and we enroll them on a first arrived basis. Once we receive an application from you we will keep you in the loop of next dates and number of seats available in each class.

PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICYFor both tuition and accommodation.

To confirm participation and secure a seat in the class (and an apartment at the residence), students must pay 30% of the total tuition fee. The balance must be settled one month before the beginning of the course.

In case the student is not in the condition to attend the course, the school allows to postpone the participation to a session within the next 12 months with the payment of an extra charge equal to the 30% of the total fees. After 12 months, the students will need to pay again the entire fee. In the case a student is unable to participate, the enrollment fee of 30% won’t be refunded. If a full payment is made, the student can ask a refund for the remaining 70% given that a written withdrawal is made 45 days prior to the beginning of the course.

VISADepending on your citizenship, the duration and reasons for your stay you may need to obtain a visa before coming to Italy. You can check online if you need a visa at this address: vistoperitalia.esteri.it/home/en

If you plan to stay in Italy for more than 90 days to attend both the 12 week and the 4 week course, you need a study VISA. ARSUTORIA School is a Professional training centre recognized by Lombardia Region (Registration Number 939). Among the documents you have to provide the Italian consulate, you need the invoice of the tuition fees and an enrollment letter from the School. More info are available on our website.

As soon as the full payment is received, our offices will prepare and send the student all the needed documents.

ARSUTORIA SCHOOLVia Ippolito Nievo 33, 2015 Milan, Italy

+39 02 31912 327 | [email protected] | www.arsutoriaschool.com

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