Title

Digital Marketing

About this program

About this program

This program develops proficiency in the dynamic and rapidly growing field of digital marketing. Knowledge and skills in this field are in high demand as companies create marketing strategies through digital channels, including search engines, websites, social media, email and mobile applications. This program provides a solid foundation in marketing and business while teaching the strategies and techniques to succeed in a digital marketing career. Work environment/job skills: Digital marketers are involved in the creation, delivery and measurement of digital marketing campaigns through search engine optimization, paid search, social media, online advertising and email campaigns in order to drive engagement and customer conversion. Successful digital marketing practitioners have a strong aptitude for marketing and a deep passion for digital and social media, which drives them to continually seek out the latest technology, social platform or mobile app. Digital marketers need to be self-motivated, detail-oriented, problem solvers and analytical thinkers who thrive in a collaborative, diverse work environment. Other core competencies include strong speaking, writing, presentation and grammar skills to effectively communicate across all media platforms and with company stakeholders. They are also expected to effectively manage multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - 60 credits

Program outcomes

  1. Demonstrate foundational knowledge of marketing, management, sales and consumer behavior.
  2. Apply digital marketing strategies across major channels (SEO, SEM, social media, email, content and mobile).
  3. Develop engaging and customer-centered digital content.
  4. Leverage analytics, KPIs, budget management and digital tools to measure and continuously optimize marketing performance.
  5. Incorporate design thinking, user experience and accessibility principles into digital marketing solutions.
  6. Communicate effectively in professional and collaborative settings.
  7. Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability and ethical responsibility in the digital economy.

Accreditation

Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440

Tracks

Curriculum overview

Credits Requirement type
45 Required courses
6 Restricted electives in courses
3 Restricted electives in subjects
6 Restricted electives in course types
60 Total

AAS

Required Courses:

Course Credits
ACCT2211 - Financial Accounting I 3
BUS1100 - Business Computers 3
BUS1141 - Introduction to Business 3
BUS2204 - Principles of Management 3
BUS2206 - Principles of Marketing 3
DMKT2200 - Introduction to Digital Marketing 3
DMKT2230 - Content Marketing in the Age of AI 3
DMKT2240 - Social Media Marketing with AI Integration 3
DMKT2330 - Email and MMS Marketing 3
DMKT2340 - Search Engine Strategies for Digital Success 3
DMKT2360 - Strategic Web Design for UX/UI 3
DMKT2400 - Digital Marketing Analytics 3
DMKT2410 - Digital Marketing Capstone 3
ENGL1101 - College Writing 3
MKTG2000 - Integrated Marketing Communications 3

3 credits from one or more of these courses:

Course Credits
COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking 3
COMM1130 - Small Group Communication 3
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication 3

3 credits from one or more of these courses:

Course Credits
ECON2210 - Macroeconomics 3
ECON2222 - Microeconomics 3

3 credits from these course subjects:

Subject
BUS
CPTR
DMKT
GDTC
MGMT
MKTG

6 credits from these course types:

Course Type
General Education w/MnTC Goals

Plans

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1st Fall Term - 15 credits

Course Credits
ACCT2211 - Financial Accounting I 3
BUS1100 - Business Computers 3
BUS1141 - Introduction to Business 3
BUS2206 - Principles of Marketing 3
DMKT2200 - Introduction to Digital Marketing 3

1st Spring Term - 15 credits

Course Credits
BUS2204 - Principles of Management 3
DMKT2230 - Content Marketing in the Age of AI 3
DMKT2240 - Social Media Marketing with AI Integration 3
ENGL1101 - College Writing 3
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course Credits
COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking 3
COMM1130 - Small Group Communication 3
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication 3

2nd Fall Term - 15 credits

Course Credits
DMKT2330 - Email and MMS Marketing 3
DMKT2340 - Search Engine Strategies for Digital Success 3
DMKT2360 - Strategic Web Design for UX/UI 3
MKTG2000 - Integrated Marketing Communications 3
3 credits from these course types:
Course Type
General Education w/MnTC Goals

2nd Spring Term - 15 credits

Course Credits
DMKT2400 - Digital Marketing Analytics 3
DMKT2410 - Digital Marketing Capstone 3
3 credits from one or more of these courses:
Course Credits
ECON2210 - Macroeconomics 3
ECON2222 - Microeconomics 3
3 credits from these course subjects:
Subject
BUS
CPTR
DMKT
GDTC
MGMT
MKTG
3 credits from these course types:
Course Type
General Education w/MnTC Goals