Advertising – B.S.
The Bachelor of Science degree in Advertising at Kent State University gives students the chance to connect with people through different media forms, by selecting the right audience, uncovering consumer insights and developing strategic and creative messaging, all with a digital-first mindset.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
January, August
Tuition Fee
$ 21,578 per year
Location
Kent, United States
About the program
Curriculum focuses on the advertising industry and the social responsibilities associated with this exciting form of persuasive media.
Coursework is supplemented with an internship. Other opportunities for experience include news, production, management, sales, performance and advertising positions with Kent State’s award-winning student media. Positions may also be available with IdeaBase, a student-run, full-service integrated marketing communications firm just down the hall from classrooms. Students teams also have the chance to participate in national competitions and make professional connections in the Franklin Advertising student group.
Students graduate ready for a career planning, buying and creating materials for digital and traditional outlets.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this Advertising program at Kent State University will be able to:
- Demonstrate critical thinking, grounded in a legal and ethical framework.
- Gather information, analyze it and make informed judgments using methods and tools appropriate to their professions.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply theory and research appropriate to their professions, including quantitative and qualitative methods.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply basic ethical principles to their professional work.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply laws and regulations applicable to their professional work.
- Write correctly and clearly in forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences and purposes they serve.
Courses Included
- My Story on the Web
- Media, Power and Culture
- Advertising Writing and Storytelling
- Research and Measurement in Advertising and Public Relations
- Principles of Advertising
- Advertising Messaging and Communication
- Advertising Copywriting
- Advertising Media Planning