UnderGraduate Certificate in Advertising

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Program Overview

  • Duration

    2 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    03

  • Total Credit Hours

    18

In our Advertising program at Ohio City University, we provide students with a comprehensive and multifaceted education in the world of advertising. Our curriculum seamlessly blends academic depth with hands-on experience, ensuring that students acquire a profound understanding of financial principles, ethical accounting practices, and critical problem-solving skills.

Core Business Foundation:

The program typically begins with a solid foundation in core business disciplines, such as accounting, marketing, finance, management, and organizational behavior. This equips students with a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKING:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Business places a strong emphasis on professional development and networking. Our students have access to a wide range of opportunities, including career fairs, industry conferences, and guest speaker events.


GLOBAL BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT:

The College of Business is committed to preparing students for success in a globalized business environment. Our programs offer unique opportunities for international engagement, including study abroad programs, global business competitions, and collaborations with multinational corporations.

Introduction to research methods for marketing analysis. Students learn how to collect and analyze data to make informed marketing decisions, evaluate market trends, and develop effective marketing strategies.


Analyze the marketing of high-technology products, focusing on marketing strategies for technology-driven products and services. Explore innovation, market analysis, and technology adoption in marketing.


Focuses on the basics of advertising media and its impact on marketing. Students explore media planning, buying, and the role of different media platforms in advertising campaigns.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

Item Cost
Estimated Fee $2,340
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $2,340
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At University Of North Carolina, we stand firmly behind the intersection of affordability and opportunity. Our unwavering dedication to accessible education means that exceptional learning experiences need not be accompanied by exorbitant costs. We swing wide open the doors to knowledge, presenting students with the opportunity to flourish, unburdened by the weight of excessive tuition fees, and empowering them for a brighter, more promising future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

High school diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

18

Course Duration

2 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

03

Marketing Research (ADV-104)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Marketing Research
     The Marketing Research Process
     Defining The Problem And Determining Research Objectives
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Research Design
     Secondary Data And Databases
     Observation, Focus Groups, And Other Qualitative Methods
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Survey Research
     Primary Data Collection: Observation
     Primary Data Collection: Experimentation
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measurement In Marketing Research
     Designing The Questionnaire
     Basic Sampling Issues
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sample Size Determination
     Data Processing And Fundamental Data Analysis
     The Marketing Research Report: Preparation And Presentation

Marketing And High Technology Products (MKT-224)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To High-Technology
     Strategy And Corporate Culture In High-Tech Firms
     Relationship Marketing: Partnerships And Alliances
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Market Orientation And Rd—Marketing Interaction In High-Technology Firms
     Marketing Research Tools In High-Tech Markets
     Understanding High-Tech Customers
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Product Development And Management Issues In High-Tech Markets
     Distribution Channels And Supply Chain Management In High-Tech Markets
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pricing Considerations In High-Tech Markets
     Advertising And Promotion In High-Tech Markets: Tools To Build And Maintain Customer Relationships
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     E-Business, E-Commerce And The Internet
     Realizing The Promise Of Technology

Introduction To Advertising Media (ADV-684)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Background Of Today’S Advertising
     Roles Of Advertising
     The Advertising Spiral And Brand Planning
     Target Marketing
     The Advertising Agency, Media Services, And Other Services
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Advertiser’S Marketing/Advertising Operation
     Media Strategy
     Using Television
     Using Radio
     Using Newspapers
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Using Magazines
     Out-Of-Home Advertising
     Internet And Direct-Response Advertising
     Sales Promotion
     Research In Advertising
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Creating The Message
     The Total Concept: Words And Visuals
     Print Production
     The Television Commercial
     The Radio Commercial
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Trademarks And Packaging
     The Complete Campaign
     International Advertising
     Economic, Social, And Legal Effects Of Advertising

Our Commitment to Your Success

At University Of North Carolina, we are wholeheartedly committed to providing our valued students with an all-encompassing educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Our institution takes immense pride in the comprehensive services we offer to empower our students to thrive in their academic journeys and beyond. With a focus on not just supreme learning but also career enhancement and job placement opportunities, we ensure that our students are well-prepared to excel in the competitive global job market.