A post-graduate certificate in marketing has always been appealing and popular amongst both students and employers. Even before the proliferation of online and digital communication, marketing as a subject was always popular. This recent shift to online has however resulted in an exponential growth in requirement of skilled managers. Most businesses now have their own, in- house marketing teams that help drive traffic and customers to the company. Many consultancies, research and media agencies and boutique marketing companies also always in need of qualified personnel.
Executive marketing courses provide students with critical thinking, analytical and detail-oriented skills required for top leadership positions. This side of the business emphasizes on creativity, research and customer relationship management.
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Some of the specialisations available under Marketing
Marketing is a vast arena with multiple branches that specialize in the art of communicating to potential customers. Nowadays a lot of these courses focus on the evolving influence of digital technologies on longstanding traditional careers. The most popular kinds of specialisations available are;
Marketing and Operations Management
Social Media and Digital Management
Forecasting and modelling strategy
New product strategy and branding
International and multi-national marketing
Salesforce management
Consumer and brand insight strategy
Public relations communication strategy
Integrated marketing communication
Entry requirements and desired Skills
The basic requirements for an aspirant of this course are;
• Bachelor’s degree in any stream. Solid academic background
• Exemplary scores in entrance tests such as CAT/MAT/GMAT etc
• Minimum 5+ years of work experience
Prospective aspirants of this programme need to have broad skill sets. Well rounded individuals who are skilful communicators, have exceptional interpersonal skills and who have a strategic and analytical bent of mind tend to perform well in this programme. Possessing leadership qualities is always a plus.