About this Program

From building iconic brands to understanding why people buy what they buy, marketing is the exciting interface between companies and their customers and other stakeholders. It builds valuable relationships for companies and makes them more competitive in the marketplace. A career in marketing is often considered one of the best training grounds to rise to the top level of corporations.

Program Highlights

  • Digital marketing equips graduates with the knowledge base and skill set to leverage digital marketing platforms such as social media and search engines.

  • Our cutting-edge program teaches students marketing, communication, and analytical knowledge to prepare them for high-demand marketing career opportunities.

  • Building on the marketing faculty's years of research and experience, our program will provide students with an engaging and stimulating academic experience.

  • Through our program, we aim to make sound preparations and build connections for future generations of marketing professionals.

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Degree Earned
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Concentration
Digital Marketing
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Search Marketing Strategists

$91,080 Median Salary

Employ search marketing tactics to increase visibility and engagement with content, products, or services in Internet-enabled devices or interfaces. Examine search query behaviors on general or specialty search engines or other Internet-based content. Analyze research, data, or technology to understand user intent and measure outcomes for ongoing optimization.

Statisticians

$88,980 Median Salary

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

$71,450 Median Salary

Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas, or gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or create a marketing campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution.

Advertising and Promotions Managers

$123,880 Median Salary

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.

Alumni Careers

Google
Amazon
Walmart
Nike

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Digital Marketing at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program in Digital Marketing should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.
  • Students are not formally admitted into the B.S.B.A. in Marketing program until the end of the sophomore year, when completion of all prerequisites is expected. Admission to the University does not constitute automatic admission to the program.

  • For the current prerequisites and application steps, please refer to the BSBA program page in the University Undergraduate Catalog. 

  • To speak to someone about the admission process, please contact the marketing chief departmental advisor, Professor Michelle Carpenter.

For Admission to the Digital Marketing Program

GPA

3.00

TOEFL score

paper based: 550, internet based 79

IELTS score

6.5

Transfer

At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2023-24 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit $250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $393
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $407
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,073

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid

Transfer Articulation Agreements

To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to ODU.
Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.

Contact

Senior Lecturer

2141 CONSTANT HALL
NORFOLK, 23529