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Jobs in marketing management

Michael Feder

Written by Michael Feder

Kathryn Uhles

Reviewed by Kathryn Uhles, MIS, MSP, Dean, College of Business and IT

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From broadcast television and streaming services to the web, social media and billboards, people with jobs in marketing managment influence nearly every facet of our lives.If working in this field interests you, you've got a variety of careers to choose from.

Jobs in marketing management career overview

Jobs in marketing management offer an opportunity to work in a variety of specialty areas, such as social media or brands. These professionals work in organizations to help promote and advertise products and services to consumers. This may be a fulfilling and interesting profession for those interested in more creative roles and who prefer to work at an agency or for a corporation

Salaries and education for jobs in marketing management

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), advertising, promotions and marketing manager occupations are projected to , which is faster than the average for all occupations.

As of May 2023, marketing managers , with a median wage of $131,870, according to BLS.

The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location and other factors specific to the individual. °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝ does not guarantee employment, salary level or career advancement. BLS data is geographically based. Information for a specific state/city can be researched on the BLS website.

The marketing industry continues to grow and offer a variety of exciting career opportunities. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in marketing, consider studying public relations, data analytics or e-commerce management. With the right skills and education, you may find a successful and rewarding future in this field.

It is important to understand the specialty areas you can work in and the education, skills and experience required for each. Overall, BLS reports that a bachelor’s degree is required for most advertising, promotions and marketing manager positions.

A marketing or business degree can help you learn the foundational skills to pursue jobs in marketing management. Marketing degree programs typically include coursework in areas such as market research, advertising, public relations and sales management. These can prepare students with skills for careers in which they may use their analytical and creative thinking skills to develop and implement marketing campaigns, track customer behavior and measure the effectiveness of marketing programs.

If all this sounds good and you’re ready to pursue a career as a marketing manager, let’s explore types of jobs worth considering.

1. Digital marketing manager

Digital marketing is a rapidly growing field that offers many career opportunities for those with the right skills and qualifications. A digital marketing manager oversees various types of digital marketing, such as search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising and social media marketing.

A typical day in the life of a digital marketing manager might involve:

  • Managing digital marketing campaigns
  • Creating and managing websites
  • Overseeing social media accounts
  • Analyzing data to assess the effectiveness of marketing programs

2. Social media manager

One of the newer jobs in marketing management is a social media manager who is responsible for developing and implementing a company’s social media marketing strategy. This involves creating and managing content, overseeing social media accounts and monitoring metrics to assess the effectiveness of social media campaigns.

Typical job duties include:

  • Overseeing social media accounts
  • Developing and implementing strategies
  • Creating and managing social media content
  • Engaging with followers and responding to comments
  • Growing the number of followers through marketing campaigns
  • Monitoring metrics to assess the effectiveness of social media campaigns

3. Brand manager

A company’s brand is its identity. Brand managers are responsible for developing and managing a company’s brand identity. They must understand marketing, advertising and public relations, and possess soft skills such as interpersonal communication, presentation and project management.

Brand managers are responsible for:

  • Conducting market research to understand customer needs and preferences
  • Developing brand strategies that highlight the company’s strengths
  • Developing advertising and promotion campaigns within branding guidelines
  • Managing budgets and return on investment for branding initiatives

4. Advertising manager

Similar to most of the other jobs in marketing managment in this list, an advertising manager’s job is to help create interest in a company’s product or service. These professionals may work with a business’s creative or marketing department or be employed at an advertising agency that creates campaigns for a client.

At an agency, an advertising manager often is the liaison between the agency and the client, ensuring that the client’s vision comes to life and overseeing the development process at the agency. If working in-house for a company, advertising managers may oversee the staff creating ads, help generate and pitch ideas, or prepare and manage budgets.

Responsibilities can vary depending on the size of the business or agency. In larger organizations, there may be multiple advertising managers who are responsible for different types of advertisements, such as digital, social media, broadcast or print.

Education for jobs in marketing management

If you’re interested in pursuing an education for jobs in marketing management, °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝ can help. UOPX offers a Bachelor of Science in Business with a Marketing Certificate that teaches students how to promote products and services in a way that wins consumers’ hearts and minds. The degree can be earned online — allowing students to work while they learn — and is taught by real-world faculty who, on average, bring more than 28 years of professional experience to the classroom. 

In addition to the bachelor’s degree program, UOPX also offers 14 online marketing courses in areas such as social media, marketing research and search engine optimization (SEO). These courses can help current marketing professionals stay relevant and learn new skills or help those new to the industry get started on their path toward a marketing degree. 

Want more information? Contact UOPX.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

A graduate of Johns Hopkins University and its Writing Seminars program and winner of the Stephen A. Dixon Literary Prize, Michael Feder brings an eye for detail and a passion for research to every article he writes. His academic and professional background includes experience in marketing, content development, script writing and SEO. Today, he works as a multimedia specialist at °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝ where he covers a variety of topics ranging from healthcare to IT.

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ABOUT THE REVIEWER

Currently Dean of the College of Business and Information Technology, Kathryn Uhles has served °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝ in a variety of roles since 2006. Prior to joining °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝, Kathryn taught fifth grade to underprivileged youth in °®ÎŰ´«Ă˝.

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