Graduate Certificate in Marketing Online
Embark on a streamlined, accelerated pathway to building specialized expertise with brand management, social media and modern tech-based tools for crafting engaging marketing campaigns.
Program Overview
Advance your brand strategy expertise with the certificate in marketing online program
Prepare for sustained success in data-driven business environments with the online Graduate Certificate in Marketing program. Tailored to the needs of working professionals seeking targeted expertise without pursuing a full master’s degree, this program quickly upskills your competency with digital strategy, artificial intelligence-driven consumer insights and brand leadership.
Benefit from flexible online coursework that improves your ability to design integrated social media campaigns and utilize storytelling to enhance brand engagement. The certificate in marketing online program supports your pursuit of transformative leadership opportunities through an in-depth exploration of evidence-based methods for utilizing AI to innovate and optimize marketing initiatives.
Upon completing this marketing certificate online program, you will be able to:
- Develop and implement marketing strategies using digital and artificial intelligence technologies
- Analyze market data to generate actionable insights for segmentation and positioning
- Integrate brand, digital and artificial intelligence strategies to improve customer experience and business results
- Apply ethical and strategic judgment in technology-driven marketing
- Lead innovation and manage teams across diverse business functions
- Develop and implement marketing strategies using digital and artificial intelligence technologies
- Analyze market data to generate actionable insights for segmentation and positioning
- Integrate brand, digital and artificial intelligence strategies to improve customer experience and business results
- Apply ethical and strategic judgment in technology-driven marketing
- Lead innovation and manage teams across diverse business functions
Potential marketing careers include:
- Brand Strategist
- AI Marketing Specialist
- Product Marketing Manager
- Customer Experience (UX) Manager
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Brand Strategist
- AI Marketing Specialist
- Product Marketing Manager
- Customer Experience (UX) Manager
- Digital Marketing Manager
Graduate programs also available:
St. Cloud State offers additional graduate certificates and a Master of Business Administration online. Check out our MBA and other graduate certificate online programs.
Tuition
Take advantage of our highly competitive tuition
Our accredited online graduate certificate program offers the same tuition to all in-state and out-of-state students. Tuition is affordable and includes all fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grad Cert – Marketing | $685.08 | $2,055 | $6,299* |
*Tuition includes all standard fees and is subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to increase tuition and fees at any time. Local students may opt-in to additional fees giving them access to several on-campus resources. Click here for more information on the cost of attendance for St. Cloud State University.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Choose from multiple start dates to customize your study schedule
The online graduate certificate program from St. Cloud State features seven-week courses and multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall B | 10/25/26 | 10/12/26 | 10/19/26 | 10/21/26 | 11/3/26 |
| Spring A | 1/10/27 | 12/28/26 | 1/4/27 | 1/6/27 | 1/15/27 |
| Spring B | 3/7/27 | 2/22/27 | 3/1/27 | 3/3/27 | 3/12/27 |
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What application materials are required for the certificate in marketing online?
Our streamlined admission process makes it easy for you to get started right away. Please read the admission requirements to ensure you qualify.
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA
- No GMAT required
Application Requirements
- Professional resume
- Contact information for two professional references
- $65 application fee
- Short-answer questions, limit to 1200 characters/about 200 words (Note: counter in the system counts characters):
- How will this graduate certificate program contribute to your personal or professional growth?
- As a graduate student, what do you aspire to contribute to the certificate courses and your fellow students?
Transcripts
Please submit transcripts from all colleges attended. We will accept unofficial transcripts at the time of application; however, official transcripts will need to be submitted before the end of the first term in the program. St. Cloud State staff will download official transcripts for graduates of St. Cloud State and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
Non-St. Cloud State/Minnesota State transcripts may be ordered through the records office and delivered electronically to:
- Parchment – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
- National Student Clearinghouse – St. Cloud State University >> Graduate Admissions
Official paper and international transcripts may be mailed to:
School of Graduate Studies
720 4th Ave S
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Courses
Explore the key topics covered in the graduate certificate in marketing online coursework
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Marketing online, you must complete three courses (nine credit hours).
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