Marketing Communications

Launch Your Career in Dynamic Marketing: Blend Creativity with Strategy

Two women working on marketing strategy.

Program Overview

Are you passionate about creating compelling marketing messages? The Marketing Communications program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) is your launchpad to a thrilling career in this dynamic field. This program blends creativity with strategy, teaching you how to craft messages that resonate with audiences. Whether it is advertising, public relations, or digital media, you will explore all facets of marketing communications.

Our program goes beyond theory, immersing you in real-world projects and interactions with industry professionals. From developing marketing campaigns to understanding consumer behavior, you will gain hands-on experience employers value. Flexible class schedules allow you to balance your studies with other commitments, making your educational journey both manageable and enjoyable.

Degree or Certificate Type

Associate of Applied Science

Advanced Technical Certificate

Intermediate Technical Certificate

Basic Technical Certificate

Academic Certificate

Cost

$1,361 – 8,665

Additional cost may apply.

Time to Complete

0.5 – 2 years

Primary Location

Students working together in a classroom.

Learning Opportunities

  • Campaign Creators: Master the art of developing engaging marketing campaigns, learning to capture audience attention and drive action.
  • Trend Trackers: Dive into consumer behavior analysis, keeping pace with evolving market trends to shape effective strategies.
  • Real-World Ready: Engage directly with industry professionals on projects, gaining invaluable practical experience in the marketing field.
  • Multimedia Mastery: Acquire a versatile skill set in digital media, advertising, and public relations, preparing you for diverse roles in marketing.
  • Portfolio Builders: Craft a professional portfolio highlighting your creative talent and showcasing your journey and achievements in marketing communications.

Area of Study

Degrees & Certificates

Marketing Communications – Associate of Applied Science Degree

2

YEARS

AAS

Marketing Communications – Advanced Technical Certificate

2

YEARS

ATC

Marketing Communications – Intermediate Technical Certificate

1

YEAR

ITC

Digital Marketing – Basic Technical Certificate

1

YEAR

BTC

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management – Academic Certificate

0.5

YEARS

AC

Instructor leading marketing presentation

Career Opportunities

  • Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors.

    2906

    Annual Openings*

    $30.86

    Hourly Median Wage*

    $64,189

    Annual Median Salary

    29.66%

    Growth (2021 – 2031)*

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*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.

Admissions

Step 1

Step 2

  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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News

Congratulations to Communications Instructor and Assistant Director of Forensics, Julia Bennett, Ph.D., who was named Faculty of Distinction for October 2023.

Read more about Bennett Named October 2023 Faculty of Distinction

Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Communication, Media Arts, and Marketing, Anna Daly, who was named Faculty of Distinction for September 2023.

Read more about Daly Named September 2023 Faculty of Distinction

A collaboration between Marketing students and a CWI Counselor is promoting opportunities for first-generation college students.

Read more about Be First with ‘I’m First’

CWI’s new media lab will provide cutting-edge learning experiences for students while additionally supporting online course development for faculty.

Read more about Introducing Studio CWI

Marketing Communications student, Brooke Warthen, is on her way to an aspiring career in marketing with the support of scholarships.

Read more about Investing in Her Future with Confidence

Congratulations to Dan Garrity, an instructor in the Communications and Marketing department and the College's Faculty of Distinction for September 2021.

Read more about Garrity Named September 2021 Faculty of Distinction

CWI's Multimedia Storytelling classes embarked on an exciting opportunity this semester as part of the Onramp program. 

Read more about Students Document Pandemic with New Tools

Multimedia Storytelling classes now to embed Everyone Can Create elements in the course.

Read more about The Onramp Program Grows at CWI

More than 80 students in five different classes at CWI and Boise State are challenging you to Get RAD to help change the narrative about race.

Read more about Get RAD Challenge Encourages Effective Conversations on Race

CWI student, wife, and mother, Tehani Schnupp, hopes in sharing her story she can inspire others to make their next move.

Read more about Making the Move

Marketing and Communication students at CWI launch a suicide prevention project called Hope for Idaho.

Read more about Students Launch Suicide Prevention Website

Career and Technical Education students nominated by instructors as Emerging Professionals for 2018/19 academic year.

Read more about Emerging Professionals Nominated for Commitment, Talent, and Potential
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