Online Professional Certificate in Digital Media & Marketing Communications
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Professional Certificate in Digital Media & Marketing Communications at a Glance
Since the start of the digital revolution, how organizations communicate with their customers and communities has undergone dramatic and continuous change.
This 18-credit (six-course) online undergraduate certificate is ideal for students looking to advance their knowledge, skills, and applied understanding of digital media strategies, tactics, and best practices. You’ll learn the latest strategies in digital marketing. And you’ll exercise the marketing and communication techniques that help organizations communicate effectively in today’s dynamic media landscape.
Affordable Tuition
Online Courses
Expert Faculty
No Test Scores
Rolling Admission
Three Start Dates
Careers in Digital Media and Marketing Communications
Whether you’re currently working in digital media and want to add to your expertise or you’re pursuing a communications career for the first time, this degree program will help you build crucial skills for taking your next step. Sample careers include:
- Digital marketing specialist (B2B and B2C)
- Social media manager
- Influencer marketing coordinator
- Content strategist
- SEO/SEM specialist
- Email marketing specialist
- Marketing communications manager
- Digital advertising analyst
- Market research analyst
- E-commerce marketing specialist
What You’ll Learn Earning Your Professional Certificate in Digital Media and Marketing Communications
This professional certificate equips you with a diverse set of creative, technical, and strategic skills. You’ll study copywriting, digital strategy, and foundational graphic design to create engaging communications. You’ll also learn search optimization, web analytics, and social media strategies to make sure your messages reach the right audiences and motivate action.
With hands-on training in the latest industry-standard tools, you’ll produce portfolio-ready work. And you’ll build critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges with creativity, data-driven insight, and confidence.
- Digital Design Foundations
- Intro to Copywriting
- Digital Media Principles & Strategy
- Creating Digital Content
- SEO & SEM Strategies
See the Tulane University course catalog for a complete list of required courses for the Professional Certificate in Digital Media and Marketing Communications.
The Tulane School of Professional Advancement awards the Professional Certificate in Digital Media and Marketing Communications following the completion of 18 credits. The certificate can be earned entirely online. A 120-credit major and an 18-credit minor in Digital Media and Marketing Communications are also available for those pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
Explore SoPA’s Media + Design Program
From digital marketing campaigns to motion graphics to cutting-edge app prototypes, the Media + Design program prepares students to use public relations, digital marketing, graphic design, and interactive design to shape the world around us.
Take a look at all 12 of our applied degree, certificate, and minor offerings. See the work our students and alumni are creating. And find out how everything fits within the larger picture.
Expert Faculty to Guide Your Path
Our diverse faculty is comprised of award-winning industry professionals and subject-matter experts working in the fields of advertising, digital marketing, graphic design, interactive design, influencer strategy, corporate communication, and public relations. They guide you through an accredited, industry-driven curriculum developed to give you the expertise and skills most in demand today.
SoPA Faculty Feature
“In a society where media is so pervasive and ever-changing, I think it's vital; for students to learn the problem-solving skills necessary to create strategic, innovative, cultural, and socially significant communications solutions.”
Tamar Gregorian, Ph.D.
Associate Director
Professor of Practice
Media + Design Student Spotlight
“I really appreciated the ability to learn both in and out of the classroom by getting credit for internships I've completed. I am someone who learns best by doing, and the real-world experience of working in a variety of settings with industry professionals is irreplaceable. I've been able to get credit for internships in digital marketing, web design, and a summer at IBM as a software designer, and each experience has helped me hone in what I want to do after graduation.”
Megan Calvin
Tulane SoPA class of 2020
Take Command of Your Career with Media + Design
Our mission is to provide students with the research and problem-solving skills necessary to create strategic, innovative, cultural and socially significant communication solutions. Students will understand how communication can create change through design, advertising, public relations and digital media marketing. Upon graduation, students of SoPA’s Media + Design Program will be prepared to enter a highly competitive workforce.
An Engaging & Flexible Online Learning Experience
Connect with motivated classmates and experienced professionals in an environment that nurtures creativity and collaboration
Year after year, our students earn local and national recognition for their exceptional work. Take a look—and get inspired!
Navigate degree requirements and prepare for the workforce with personalized help from our academic advisors and dedicated career counselor.
Meet our advisory board, the media and design leaders who inform our coursework based on current needs and trends.
Quick Facts
Tulane SoPA accepts students on a rolling basis, year-round. Start dates every August, January, May, and June. We never require test scores or recommendations. Visit our Admissions Process page to learn more.
All tuition is charged by the credit hour and we have minimal fees. Visit our tuition page to see our current tuition rates and use our net price calculator.
We strive to make a Tulane SoPA education affordable for all students. Learn about financial aid, discounts and scholarship opportunities here.
You may transfer up to 60 credits to our undergraduate programs. Review admissions information for applying as a transfer student.
SoPA offers credit for your prior work experience through an assessment of your work portfolio. Undergraduates can earn up to 24 credits.
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