Masters in Marketing (Digital Marketing)

University of Reading

Overview

This master’s in marketing equips you with the business knowledge and tools needed to develop best practice of digital channels. It allows you to better understand how customers and prospective customers communicate with firms online.

Some of the key topics covered include digital marketing strategies, search engine marketing, and developing content. In addition to the commercial and social context behind digital marketing and building effective relationships with customers through social media, you will understand how to apply the key building blocks of successful digital strategies.

The growing importance of digital technologies has created several challenges for marketers. The number of channels through which you can reach individuals has multiplied, customers are better informed and more connected than ever. They communicate with each other, influence buying behaviour and brand reputation. This provides marketers with a wealth of insight to an extent unimaginable a few years ago.

How we assess you

You will learn and be assessed through a wide variety of teaching methods depending on your chosen postgraduate course. These include online materials, guest lectures, group assignments, case studies, field visits, dealing room simulations, presentations, applied projects, consultancy work and examinations.

On average examinations of core modules form between 15 - 50% of the assessed work. The remaining comes from coursework, including a written dissertation or project depending on your chosen programme.

Continuing your career

The skills and insights provided by this master’s degree prepares you for success as more organisations operate within digital marketing. You may pursue roles in digital marketing and social media, brand management, market insight and strategic consultancy with the focus on digital.