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Marketing

Explore what drives consumer behavior, build connections between brands and audiences, and take the lead in today’s fast-moving digital world. Gain the tools to turn big ideas into real-world impact.

Why Marketing at Valpo?

Valparaiso University’s College of Business offers more than theoretical knowledge; students graduate with practical experience that makes them highly desirable in even the most competitive job markets. Marketing majors at Valpo participate in real-world marketing projects, conducting team research and developing strategies for Valparaiso and nearby communities, businesses and organizations, and departments of the University.

About Our Marketing Major

Our Marketing major is designed for students seeking a comprehensive, career-focused education in the field of marketing.

Interested in another major but want marketing experience? The Marketing minor provides a strong foundation that complements any area of study.

General Information:

All College of Business majors begin with two core groups of courses:

The Business Core(38 credits)

The General Education Core (56 credits)

The major requirements ensure students gain practical and analytical skills needed to understand consumers, develop effective strategies, and succeed in a global marketplace.

Major Requirements for Marketing
BAN 340Statistics for Decision Making3 Cr.
MKT 310Marketing Research3 Cr.
MKT 320Sales Management3 Cr.
MKT 330Buyer Behavior3 Cr.
MKT 470Marketing Strategy and Policy3 Cr.
Free Electives (Note 1): The credit count for free electives varies based on 3 or 4 credit classes chosen in General Education requirements. Students must reach 124 credits to graduate.
International Business Requirement
MKT 430International Marketing3 Cr.
Total: 18 Credits
Major field Requirement: 6 Cr.
Two non core business courses numbered above 300
Grand Total: 124 Credits

Required Courses
MKT 304Marketing Management3 Cr.
MKT 330Buyer Behavior3 Cr.
MKT 351Digital Marketing3 Cr.
MKT 430International Marketing3 Cr.
Take two of the following courses:
BAN 370Visual Effects3 Cr.
BAN 440Machine Learning3 Cr.
ENT 450Entrepreneurship and Product Development3 Cr.
MGT 440Cross-Cultural Management, Perspectives3 Cr.
MKT 310Marketing Research3 Cr.
MKT 320Sales Management3 Cr.
MKT 362Advertising
Minor Total: 18 Credits
3 Cr.

An internship course, MGT 395, taken concurrently with a pre-approved internship experience. A Cooperative education experience course, MGT 381, taken concurrently with a pre-approved cooperative education experience

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Meet Our Faculty

Professors. Mentors. Friends. At Valparaiso University, you will work on real-life problems alongside faculty leaders with decades of business experience and a true desire to do what’s best for you.

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