Jan. 13, 2025
Next Start Date
40
Courses Required
$468
Cost Per Credit Hour
Military Pricing Applies
120
Total Credit Hours
Online Asynchronous
Learning Format
Marketing Communications professionals are in every industry, in every corner of the world. If you enjoy being creative, analyzing people’s behaviors, and telling stories through a variety of media (think social media, video, digital advertising and more), this is the degree for you. With these skills, you can champion organizations in any industry you feel passionate about – be an environmental advocate, sell your favorite fashion labels or promote your number one sports team. And the career outlook is good – many orgs are hiring (and lots of them offer remote work options!).
In-Demand Degree.
Marketing Communications professionals are hired in every industry all over
the world. The knowledge and skills you gain in the IMC program are transferable
– there are endless opportunities for people who know how to communicate,
market and raise awareness for a brand or organization.
Completely Online.
How, where and when you complete coursework is completely up to you. There
are zero in-person commitments – which means no relocation or travel – and
course delivery is asynchronous, meaning no virtual class meetings.
Customize your Course Schedule.
Do you have previously earned college credits? Our advisor will work with
you to transfer credits and map out a course schedule that compliments other
important parts of your life. Whether your goal is to earn your degree as
quickly as possible, or spread courses out to manage busy work and family,
we’ve got your back.
Engaged, Award-Winning Faculty.
You’ll take courses taught by both full-time professors with years of teaching
experience and practitioner faculty who are currently working in the industry.
These CEOs, CMOs and agency owners bring their real-world experience into
the virtual classroom. They’re more than instructors – they’re mentors, and
they’re well-connected to a variety of other professionals who will become
part of your network.
What Do You Learn?
In the B.S. IMC degree program, you get a healthy mix of courses
in marketing, public relations, social media strategy, audience behavior,
media planning and advertising. You’ll exercise the creative, writing
and analytical parts of your brain, experiment with new media tools,
and work on real projects for real clients that will beef up your
portfolio.
Embarking on a graduate degree program is a big (and exciting!) step. Meet with Cindy to get all your questions answered and to discover which program is the best option for reaching your career goals and balancing life's other responsibilities.
Admissions
Request official transcripts from all institutions attended (other than WVU), or high school transcripts if fewer than 24 college credits be sent to:
WVU Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 6009
Morgantown, WV 26506-6009
or
Email:
WVUadmissions@mail.wvu.edu
Financial aid is available. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to determine their eligibility for federal and state funds as well as scholarships. WVU’s FAFSA Code is 003827.
The tuition rate per credit hour listed above is for the 2024-2025 academic year. Tuition and fees increase beginning in the fall term of each academic year.
Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies and living expenses. Please see the Estimate Costs and Aid webpage for how to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.
The IMC field is dynamic and rapidly evolving, with new technologies and platforms constantly emerging. As a result, there is a growing demand for professionals who are skilled in developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns that combine traditional advertising and marketing techniques with digital marketing strategies.
Graduates with a BS IMC degree can expect to find employment in a range of industries, including advertising, public relations, social media, and digital marketing. They can work in a variety of roles, such as marketing managers, advertising executives, social media managers, and content creators, among others.
The marketing communications industry is ever evolving, which means new career opportunities arise all the time. Here are just a few examples of job titles for graduates of WVU’s M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications.
Information about careers on this list comes from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
General Education Foundations
Course | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
F1 - Composition & Rhetoric | 3-6 | |
ENGL 101 & ENGL 102 | Introduction to Composition and Rhetoric and Composition, Rhetoric, and Research | |
or ENGL 103 | Accelerated Academic Writing | |
F2A/F2B - Science & Technology | 4-6 | |
F3 - Math & Quantitative Reasoning | 3-4 | |
F4 - Society & Connections | 3 | |
F5 - Human Inquiry & the Past | 3 | |
F6 - The Arts & Creativity | 3 | |
F7 - Global Studies & Diversity | 3 | |
F8 - Focus (may be satisfied by completion of a minor, double major, or dual degree) | 9 |
Total Hours: 31-37
Please note that not all of the GEF courses are offered at all campuses. Students should consult with their advisor or academic department regarding the GEF course offerings available at their campus.
University Requirements
Course | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
General Education Foundations (GEF) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 | 31-37 | |
Outstanding GEF Requirements 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7 | 24 | |
IMC 191 | First-Year Seminar | 2 |
General Electives | 40 |
Total Hours: 66
Degree Requirements
Requirements | Credit Hours |
---|---|
University Requirements | 66 |
Integrated Marketing Communications Major Requirements | 54 |
Total Hours: 120
Do you have previously earned college credits? Our advisor will work with you to transfer credits and map out a course schedule that compliments other important parts of your life. Whether your goal is to earn your degree as quickly as possible, or spread courses out to manage busy work and family, we’ve got your back.
You’ll take courses taught by both full-time professors with years of teaching experience and practitioner faculty who are currently working in the industry. These CEOs, CMOs and agency owners bring they’re real-world experience into the virtual classroom. They’re more than instructors – they’re mentors, and they’re well-connected to a variety of other professionals who will become part of your network.
The bachelor's degree in Integrated Marketing Communications combines courses in marketing and business administration with advertising and public relations to give you a well-rounded education. With these skills, you can champion organizations in any industry you feel passionate about – be an environmental advocate, sell your favorite fashion labels or promote your number one sports team.