Online Marketing Degree Programs

The Bachelor of Science in Marketing prepares students for entry-level positions in marketing. The degree requirements are designed to equip students with advanced skills in the areas of advertising and promotion, marketing research, consumer behavior, and marketing strategy.

Marketing | Master of Business Administration
This program has been designed for persons who work (or desire to work) within marketing, advertising, or public relations. In addition to the core MBA courses of the program, students are exposed to very specific issues which confront the marketing managers every day. Students enrolling in this concentration can expect to be exposed to practitioners, to the constantly changing roles of various marketing functions within the company, and to a variety of topics and issues highly relevant to the changing workplace.

Business Administration | Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
The field of marketing offers a variety of career opportunities in areas such as retail sales, distribution, and advertising. Marketing majors may choose a business minor that will tailor their overall program to their particular career objectives.

Marketing | Associate of Business Administration
The study of marketing encompasses a wide range of activities, such as advertising, sales, retailing, wholesaling, warehousing, packaging, and distribution. This program prepares the students for a variety of positions in areas such as sales, wholesale distribution, customer service, retailing, buying, and many others.

What type of positions are available with your marketing degree?

Promotions Managers - These individuals are extremely important to any business. They direct promotional programs and incentives to increase sales. You'll be responsible for all types of programs including direct mail, catalog, tradeshow, newspaper, website and special events.

Public Relation Managers - This is a totally different type of marketing but plays an extremely important role in any company. Essentially a PR manager manages a public relation department in charge of making sure the company they are working for is seen in the best possible light. If your company comes out with a new product or service the PR dept. is the first department to get the word out about the new product. They are the direct link to all media and all media requests go directly to the PR manager.

Market Research Analyst - Marketing researchers are concerned with the sales of a product or service. They are in charge of analyzing statistical data and information on past sales and performance to predict future sales. The position as an analyst is very important to any company, especially in today's competitive world. The marketing analyst will also work with the marketing manager in order to come up with the best approach for a new campaign or brochure design

Earn your Associate in Specialized Business Degree in Marketing at home, at your own pace.

There are certain skills you need to begin a career in Marketing. With Penn Foster distance learning, you can earn your Marketing Degree quickly and conveniently. Learn valuable skills with courses in these subjects and more:

• Principles of Management and Mathematics for Business and Finance
  
  
• Principles of Marketing and Financial Accounting
  
  
• Advertising Principles and Business Statistics
  
  
• Marketing Research and Business Law
  

Start a moneymaking career in the growing field of marketing and advertising. Why earn your associate degree through distance learning? With the right credentials, you can:

• Work in advertising, sales, public relations, media buying, or account coordination.
  
  
• Use your skills to make the decisions that can mean big success for your company.
  

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of advertising, marketing, and sales managers is expected to increase faster than the average of all occupations through 2012.* This means more opportunity for you!

We'll send you FREE information with absolutely no obligation! Find out more about earning your distance learning Specialized Associate Degree. Your Marketing Program includes:

• All the books, lessons, equipment, and learning aids you need.
  
  
• Microsoft® Office software for hands-on learning and use in your career.
  
  
• Toll-free instructional support.
  
  
• Access to student services by website, phone, and mail.
  
  
• ** Growth figures represent a ten-year period ending 2012. Source: "National Industry-Occupation Employment Matrix," a publication of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Individual student earnings vary.
  
  

Westwood College is a successful organization of nationally accredited post-secondary learning institutions that offers hands-on, career-focused educational programs. Our primary goal is to prepare students for rewarding jobs in high-demand careers. As opportunities are recognized in high-demand career fields, Westwood develops new programs with the cooperation of industry leaders. These programs are designed to meet the needs of our students, graduates, and employers.

The Accelerated Difference
At Westwood you can earn an associate degree in as little as 17 months or a bachelor degree (where offered) in less than three years. This means less time learning a career and more time earning money in your career.

Marketing Manager - The highest level of marketing in a department is that of the marketing manager. They are the person that controls all promotion and detailed planning for the business. They would also be in charge of managing a staff of individuals that help run all aspects of marketing for the company. Having a degree in marketing allows you to step into a company well prepared to handle any situation. Most marketing managers have the opportunity to travel and this includes to not only trade shows but to other companies the business is doing business with in order to seal deals for cross promotions and even joint ventures.

The number of Marketing managers have grown to over 200,000 nationwide and these jobs are available in almost all industries. Most marketing managers require a minimum of marketing degree, in marketing or in a business related field. Also journalism majors are also considered for marketing positions due to the amount of writing they can contribute to a firm.

So what is the Job Outlook for Marketing Majors?

Employment of advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations and sales managers is expected to grow faster than average through 2012. Annual earnings were $57,130 for advertising and promotions managers (this number has gown). Marketing managers earn an estimated $75,000.

The medium annual earnings per industries

• Computer systems design and related services $96,440
• Management of companies and enterprises $90,750
• Depository credit intermediation $65,960

All salaries do vary depending on what part of the United States your in and the type of industry your working in but we strongly suggest to visit your local state website in order to get detailed information and medium salary ranges for the position your wanting. Your local paper is a great place to start. Simple look up a job title in marketing and research the salary requirements. It is not uncommon to even call a company to get information about your new field. Marketing is an exciting career and a degree that is ever growing and changing with technology.

Bachelor's (BSBA) – Marketing
Some of the courses in the Bachelor’s - Marketing degree program include: Consumer Behavior Fundamentals, Personal Selling and Customer Focus, Marketing Research Practices, Integrated Marketing Strategies, Principles of Advertising and Public Relations, and Applied Marketing Management.

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Because we’re a division of The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, The Art Institute Online helps you achieve your creative and educational goals by attending the only online school backed by the 80-year tradition and exceptional academic standards of The Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

Designed for people who share an interest in art and design, our online degree and diploma programs encompass a variety of creative fields including:

• Advertising (BS)
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