Colorado State University - Global Campus
CSU Global’s 18-credit undergraduate certificate in marketing gives students essential skills to develop effective marketing strategies across various industries. It can be completed in as few as six months, and credits are stackable toward a bachelor’s degree.
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Are you looking to turn your creativity and business savvy into a career? CSU Global’s 18-credit undergraduate certificate in marketing is your fast track to learning the skills that every business needs. In as few as six months, you’ll dive into product strategy, consumer behavior, and creative promotions—all from the convenience of our 100% online program.
In this program, you’ll:
Whether new to marketing or upskilling, this certificate will boost your professional skills. Plus, your credits can count toward a CSU Global bachelor’s degree, helping you build a strong foundation for future career growth.
This 18 credit-hour, stand-alone program consists of six, three credit courses.
For students enrolled in the 27-unit certificate that includes leadership fundamentals, the program begins with three essential courses:
Note: The choice between ORG100 and ORG300 will be determined through advising, tailored to align with each student’s individual learning experiences.
As an undergraduate student earning your certificate in marketing, you will learn about market research, product strategy, pricing, distribution, and promotion, as well as gain a better understand of consumer needs both domestically and internationally. Students will also learn how to analyze the impact of global competition, market forces, and other external factors on the success and failure of specific marketing programs.
As a not-for-profit public university, our goal at CSU Global is to make your online tuition cost as affordable as possible. We offer low-cost online degree tuition rates without taking anything away from the quality of the education you receive. We also lock in that low tuition rate with our tuition guarantee, and we provide additional discounted tuition rates for members of the armed forces and employees of our corporate affiliate partners.
Learn more about CSU Global tuition rates, and explore financial aid options available that can help cover the cost of your education.
The undergraduate marketing certificate at CSU Global is offered in two distinct formats to cater to diverse student needs and goals:
Undergraduate Certificate in Marketing: This 18-credit, six-course certificate features advanced 300/400-level marketing courses and is ideal for those with at least 12 prior college credits.
Undergraduate Certificate in Marketing with Leadership Fundamentals: This expanded option builds on the base certificate with three additional courses focused on leadership skills. It’s ideal for first-time freshmen, provisional applicants, and those seeking to integrate it with general education credits toward a bachelor’s degree.
In today’s evolving and unpredictable economy, stackable credentials are an important tool you can utilize immediately, while also building credits toward a full degree. With an undergraduate certificate from CSU Global, you prove proficiency in a specific subject with your stand-alone, transcribable, nationally recognized credentials. Get promoted, switch industries, or work toward a full degree. And with our Tuition Guarantee, your affordable tuition rate won’t increase over time. Now is the time to get the career respect you deserve by increasing your market competitiveness.
Ready to learn more about how to move forward with CSU Global? Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch to answer any questions and help you get started.
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My education from CSU Global has made a difference in my life by giving me the foundation needed to pursue my personal dreams and achieve my career goals.
Chevette Madden
Alumna, 2019