Strategic Marketing Certificate
The Strategic Marketing post-baccalaureate certificate is designed for emerging professionals in the fields of marketing, management, public relations and integrated marketing communication. Students learn to think strategically about marketing, from developing market-responsive products to branding to developing effective communication. The courses in this program blend theory and practice, drawing upon examples from recent and noteworthy marketing campaigns and market-leading products and services.
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Strategic Marketing Goals and Courses
Program Goals
Strategic Marketing post-baccalaureate certificate students will:
- Apply marketing principles and strategies to real-world marketing challenges and issues
- Demonstrate current knowledge of best practices in marketing, based upon case studies
- Construct innovative integrated, strategic marketing plans
Required Courses
Five from the following:
- ADVT 380 Visual Communication
- MKTG 201 Principles of Marketing*
- MKTG 310 Integrated Marketing Communications
- MKTG 320 Brand Management*
- MKTG 350 Market Research*
- MKTG 370 Public Relations*
*course offered online
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Additional Information
Other 300-level marketing courses may be used as a substitute for two of the above courses. Students should have academic writing and research experience before enrolling.
Strategic Marketing Tuition
Post-baccalaureate students at Northwestern's School of Professional Studies pay per course. For more information about financial obligations and tuition, please visit the Tuition page.
Admission for Strategic Marketing
In addition to completing an online application, you'll also need to submit a few supplemental materials. A list of requirements for admission including application deadlines and tips on how to apply can be found on the Admission page.
Strategic Marketing Registration Information
Whether you're a first-time registrant or current and returning student, all students register using our online student registration and records systems. Important information about registering for courses at SPS, including registration timelines and adding or dropping courses in which you are already enrolled, can be found on the Registration Information page.
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