The South Korean capital city, awash in economic exuberance, is developing as a design, fashion and technology centre, and is breaking out as a key business hub.

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Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Bauder College offers two- and four-year degrees in fashion, business, information technology, medical assistance, interior design and, of course, criminal justice.

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The increasing presence of Asian women on our list reveals their growing dominance in fields as far flung as technology, finance and fashion design.

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The Phosphor Reveal watch line skillfully blends design and technology to craft the ultimate fashion timepiece.

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