MSc Strategic Digital Marketing

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MSc Strategic Digital Marketing

Digital marketing is driving customer insights, and is key in improving return-on-investment and company performance. There is a shortage of skilled people who can manage this process and interpret data to provide a justification for decision-making, meaning this MSc Strategic Digital Marketing course is attractive to employers. By studying the MSc Strategic Digital Marketing you will develop the skills and knowledge much sought-after in the market place, allowing you to contribute strategically to a business’s success in the digital marketing arena.You will explore contemporary approaches to strategic marketing in a digital context, and how these can be applied now and in the future. This will give you, your organisation, or prospective employer, a distinct competitive advantage. The MSc Strategic Digital Marketing provides many opportunities for you to network with fellow students, sharing your experience and workplace ideas. The MSc Strategic Digital Marketing is currently being considered for accreditation by the Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing.We intend to deliver our courses in a blended format; with a proportion of the teaching and learning being delivered digitally, and where it is safe to do so, some teaching and learning being delivered in person and using social distancing and/or mitigating measures as deemed appropriate in line with government guidance.AssessmentYou will be assessed on a variety of methods, including individual coursework (reports and portfolio work), group projects (reports, presentations, and case studies) and a dissertation/business research project. There are no examinations.CareersThe MSc Strategic Digital Marketing draws students from a range of backgrounds who share the common goal of wanting to develop as strategic digital marketers. Graduates should greatly enhance their career prospects across a variety of industries in both private and public sectors but may also choose to start up their own business in this growth area. Career options include Social Media Lead, Digital Marketing Manager, Digital Strategy Manager, Marketing Manager, Digital Communications Manager or E-Marketing Manager. You may also wish to continue your studies with a Masters by Research or PhD.Throughout the MSc Strategic Digital Marketing course guest speakers representing employers from public, private and third sector industries and organisations provide students with career advice. These sessions will provide you with a broad overview of the different opportunities available to you.