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