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Marketing, BSBA

Marketing is the study of an organization’s product, pricing, communications and distribution activities as they relate to serving customers’ needs. Marketing relies heavily on an understanding of buyer behavior and marketing research.

Our Marketing graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and find exciting careers in:

  • Advertising
  • Sales
  • Distribution
  • Product (brand) management
  • Marketing research
  • Retail management

Looking for a flexible learning option? We also offer an .

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If you’re interested in business, psychology or social studies, you may be well-suited for Marketing. This major covers everything from advertising to market research, and you can choose from three areas of emphasis to customize your degree.

All Marketing students take a core business curriculum modeled on the interrelationships among the functional areas of business as they occur in the real world. Emphasis is on developing skills for effective teamwork, communication and leadership – the skills employers value highly.

In addition to core classes, Marketing majors must take required and elective Marketing courses. Examples of Marketing courses include:

  • Marketing Research
  • Distribution and E-Commerce
  • Global Marketing
  • Integrated Promotions

Tailor this major to your interests by taking one of these courses as you pursue your degree:

  • MKTG 315:
    Buyer Behavior

    The buyer decision process in a marketing framework. Emphasis on psychological and sociological concepts which influence the decision process.

  • MKTG 350:
    Product and Brand Management

    Throughout the semester, you will be exposed to the concepts and terminology of product management. After taking the course, whether or not you intend to specialize in this area, you should have a greater appreciation for the role of product management in the field of marketing and within the organization.

Tailor this major to your interests by focusing your coursework in one of these areas:

  • Digital Marketing Promotions

  • Professional Sales

  • Startup/High Tech Marketing

Take advantage of special options related to this major:

  • Honors

    Expand your curiosity — and enhance your curriculum — through the ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ Honors College. Two programs are offered: and .

The ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ Difference

What sets this program apart from its competitors?

  • Every course provides extensive experiential learning opportunities.
  • ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ's is a Sales Education Foundation Top North American Sales School.
  • Professional Sales Certificate offered through the University Sales Center Alliance.
  • Gain real-world experience in regional and national sales competitions with the . Team members have received job offers at competitions!
  • Chambers College awards annually, in addition to ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ scholarships.
  • Reynolds Hall, home of the Chambers College, opened in 2022.
  • Chambers College is fully accredited by the — the highest level of business school accreditation in the world.
Scholarships

93% of ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ freshmen receive grants or scholarships (2023-24).

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Learn by Doing

Learning happens outside the classroom. Get involved.

  • Marketing students are encouraged to participate in an internship after their first semester in the College.
  • The Marketing Club offers professional and social programs. Presentations by outside speakers provide information and personal contacts that are very helpful in career development.
  • Students may compete in small business plan competitions and use services offered through the .

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What you learn outside of the classroom is just as important as what you learn during class. We’ll help you follow your curiosity.

Careers and Outcomes

How does this degree prepare students for a career?

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $76,950

Possible job titles include: Market Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Market Research Consultant, Market Research Specialist.

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Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $76,950

Possible job titles include: Market Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Market Research Consultant, Market Research Specialist.

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Advertising and Promotions Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.

Median Salary: $126,960

Possible job titles include: Advertising Manager (Ad Manager), Communications Manager, Promotions Director, Promotions Manager.

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Marketing Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $161,030

Possible job titles include: Brand Manager, Business Development Manager, Marketing Director, Marketing Manager.

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Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $138,060

Possible job titles include: District Sales Manager, Sales Director, Sales Manager, Sales Vice President (Sales VP).

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Public Relations Specialists

Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media. May specialize in using social media.

Has a Bright Outlook

Median Salary: $69,780

Possible job titles include: Communications Specialist, Public Affairs Specialist, Public Information Officer, Public Relations Specialist (PR Specialist).

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Career Options

Our graduates have gone on to careers in:

  • Professional sales and business development
  • Digital or social media marketing
  • Content management
  • Media and communications
  • Program or project management
  • Consulting
  • Account management

Where Graduates are Working

Recent Marketing graduates have been hired by:

  • Coca-Cola
  • Target
  • Oracle
  • Hershey
  • Merkle
  • ALKU
  • American Cast Iron

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ's Marketing major, first-time freshmen must meet ÎçÒ¹¸£ÀûÊÓƵ's . They also must meet one of the following admission requirements. Interested in transferring? Review the .

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