Why RMFI

We don't train students. We build professionals.

Technical training is only the first layer. RMFI adds business education and brand activation — so you graduate as an operator, not just a graduate

Welcome to RMFI

Build a fashion business, Not Just Sewing Skills.

RMFI trains designers, tailors, and creative entrepreneurs to build profitable fashion brands — through technical mastery, business strategy, and guided execution. Two tracks. Five stages. One outcome: a career that earns.

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Business from Week 1

Pricing, profit margins, cost-of-goods — embedded into every technical session from Day 1. Not added at the end.

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Power Stage System

Five verified stages of development. You advance on demonstrated competency - not time spent. Every stage has a defined output and a defined standard.

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You Leave with a Brand

The Launch Pad - 7-piece collection, 30-piece diffusion line, brand identity, pricing structure - is mandatory for every graduate. A business, not just a certificate.

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Two Tracks, One Standard

6-month intensive for fast market entry. 12-month Extensive for mastery. Same rigorous system — different depth, different timeline.

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Execution Over Theory

Every session produces something visible. High-repetition, output-verified delivery. If you cannot demonstrate it, you have not learned it.

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Africa's Fashion Institute

The only institution on the continent built at the intersection of fashion skill, business intelligence, and brand development. Built for Africa.

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Years of Experience

A Few Words About Our Institute

At RMFI, students do not simply learn how to sew or make garments.
They learn how fashion works as a business.

They learn how to build:

  • Build garments.
  • Build confidence.
  • Build skills.
  • Build brands.
  • Build businesses.

From design and production to pattern development, pricing, branding, customer management, and business growth—every aspect of the learning experience is designed to prepare students for the realities of the fashion industry.

Most importantly, students learn how to turn their skills into opportunities, their creativity into value, and their passion into a sustainable source of income.

Our Goal is Simple:

To raise fashion entrepreneurs, not just fashion students.

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FEATURED PATHWAYS

Most Sought-After Programs

Explore a handpicked selection of our high-demand tracks designed to transition creative ambitions into structured commercial fashion entities.

12 MONTHS · COMPLETE CYCLE

Diploma in Fashion Design & Business

Our most comprehensive entry pathway. Gain deep, foundational to expert training across all core disciplines before selecting your exit collection track. Includes full specialized toolkits and industrial equipment setup.

Women's Wear Custom Styling
Men's Design & Bespoke Tailoring
Children's Fashion & Tailoring
Bridal Couture Master Execution
₦1,275,000
/ Full Tuition Limited Cohort
Enroll Pathway →

Application Form Processing Fee: ₦30,000

Women's Wear Course
6 Months · Certificate

Women's Fashion Design & Tailoring

Focused grounding in womenswear pattern draft blocks, bodice modifications, fashion illustrations, and retail logic.

₦600,000 Apply Now →
Men's Wear Course
6 Months · Certificate

Men's Design & Bespoke Tailoring

Master classical native structures, professional block adaptations, clean canvas layering, and suit configurations.

₦600,000 Apply Now →
Advanced Women's Wear
6 Months · Advanced

Advanced Women's Fashion & Bespoke

Deep complex styling for working designers. Master couture construction methods, corsetry foundations, and luxury lining layouts.

₦750,000 Apply Now →
Fashion Business
6 Months · Corporate

Fashion Business & Entrepreneurship

Unlock backend retail operations. Master range development, pricing structures, production routing, and manufacturing setup templates.

₦450,000 Apply Now →
African Fashion
6 Months · Creative

Certificate in African Fashion Design

Bridging traditional ethnic printing blocks like Ankara and Aso-Oke with high-value structural global silhouettes.

₦450,000 Apply Now →
Corset Masterclass
Short Track · Mentorship

Corset & Bustier Design Mastery

Specialized masterclass track focusing on transparent panel structures, cup structural padding inserts, and tightlacing logic rings.

₦200,000 Apply Now →
Multi-Course Tier

Selecting more than one single track unlocks a tuition reduction discount.

Weekend Class Options

Professional schedule flexibility adds an extra ₦200,000 across all tracks.

Campus Accommodation

Comfortable premium hostel blocks: 6 months (₦400k) & 1 year (₦500k).

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Our Best Features

Rhoda Michaels Fashion Institute is the place where your passion for fashion meets exceptional education. Here's why we stand out:

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    Skilled Instructors

    Our team comprises industry experts and seasoned professionals who bring real-world experience to the classroom. With their guidance, you'll gain insights into the latest trends and techniques shaping the fashion world.

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    Business from Day One

    Every technical session is paired with commercial application. You learn how to price, produce, and sell fashion — not just how to sew it.

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    Beyond Learning

    it's not just about acquiring knowledge; it's about transforming your passion into a successful career. We provide networking opportunities, internships, and career development resources to help you thrive in the competitive fashion industry.

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Our Events

Upcoming and Past Events

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25th August, 2024

Owanbe Student Fashion Show

This event is for student to showcase and display their creative in traditional africa styles and designs

12:30 pm - 5:30 pm Abule-Egba Campus
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20th May, 2025

Career Development Workshop

This event connects students with fashion business leaders, career planning sessions, and practical advice from industry professionals.

11:00 am - 5:00 pm Ikeja Campus
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22 March, 2025

RM Fashion Business Conference

Network, discuss and meet industry icons from accross Africa

Coming Soon
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22 March, 2023

UNLEACH 2023

Showcasing our graduating cohort’s commercial collections and brand launches. A student-led fashion event focused on business-ready outcomes.

PAST EVENT
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24 March, 2023

UNVIEL 2022

A portfolio showcase for student collections and industry collaborations. Designed to connect RMFI graduates with paying customers and retail partners.

PAST EVENT
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30 March, 2023

IDENTITY 2021

A branded runway event highlighting the business identities launched by final-year students. Built to show career-ready designers and their market position.

PAST EVENT

Financial Support & Awards

RMFI offers merit-based awards and entry support for applicants who demonstrate commitment and potential. Speak with admissions to confirm availability and application requirements for the next intake.

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Scholarship Application Process

Complete the form, submit your motivation, and let admissions review your fit for RMFI’s merit-based support.

Complete the form on the right with your details, programme interest and why you are a strong fit for RMFI.

Our team reviews every application within 48 hours and confirms whether you qualify for support or next intake guidance.

If approved, you receive the next steps for fee payment, orientation and cohort start date.

Pay the application fee and complete enrolment to confirm your seat in the next RMFI cohort.

Attend orientation, collect your student kit, and start the programme with clear outcomes and business expectations.

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