Advertising and Marketing Degree

The advertising and marketing program at Northwest Christian University prepare students for careers in copywriting, art direction, and brand and product management. The program focuses on the process of developing consumer audiences and moving products from producers to consumers. Program courses include: buyer behavior and dynamics, principle of marketing research, demand analysis, cost-volume and profit relationships, pricing theory, marketing campaign and strategic planning, market segments, advertising methods, sales operations and management, and consumer relations. Get more details below including other Oregon colleges that offer advertising and marketing degrees.

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Northwest Christian University (NCU)

049 SW Porter Street, Portland, OR

NCC is a nonprofit private school that has a fair number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Eugene, Oregon, in a predominantly urban area. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Northwest Christian University, with only approximately 620 students enrolled, offers a high ratio of teachers to students and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

Areas of study available at NCC include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to NCC achieve an SAT score between 1380 to 1670, or an ACT composite score in a range of 20 to 25. An estimated 70% of all applicant were accepted at NCC, with 35% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at nwcu.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $26,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Students at NCC may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Northwest Christian University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)
• Softball (NAIA Division II)

Students should take a look at the school's http://www.nwcu.edu/ to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Advertising and Marketing Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Northwest Christian University offers a bachelor's degree program in advertising and marketing.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Advertising and Promotions Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or give-aways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.

Marketing Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, marketing managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $120600

Sales Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).