Marketing

Area of Study
With the explosion of creative and technological initiatives, the need for strong marketing skills is vital in today’s global economy. Understanding demographics for targeting specific markets plays a key role in the development of a strong marketing professional. Exploring all aspects of business including management, finance, accounting, advertising, and economics, marketing majors develop a full repertoire of skills that enhance any industry operating and thriving today.

Overview

With the explosion of creative and technological initiatives, the need for strong marketing skills is vital in today’s global economy. Understanding demographics for targeting specific markets plays a key role in the development of a strong marketing professional. Exploring all aspects of business including management, finance, accounting, advertising, and economics, marketing majors develop a full repertoire of skills that enhance any industry operating and thriving today.

In our Marketing Area of Study, you will be introduced to a general business curriculum that builds the foundation for upper-level marketing experiences upon transfer, while completing the general education requirements required for most baccalaureate degrees.

You will be provided with the skills needed to pursue a career involving the products, pricing, promotion, and placement of goods and services in today’s economy.

Quick Facts

Program Name
Marketing
Degree / Certificates
  • Associate of Arts
Locations
  • Jackson
  • Rankin
  • Raymond
  • Utica
  • Vicksburg
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Face-to-Face
  • Online
*Select courses required for this program are available online.

Sample Curriculum

Course Hours
Orientation 2
English Composition I 3
College Algebra 3
ART 1113 or MUS 1113 or DAN 1113 or SPT 2233 3
Macroeconomics 3
Introduction to Marketing 3
Total Hours 17

The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the Mississippi Articulation Agreement for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use MATT (MS Articulation & Transfer Tool).

Contact

Jerri Ann Howell
Business Administration Curriculum Coordinator
601-857-3709
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