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Our alumni and faculty are CEOs, CMOs and industry leaders who share knowledge in our courses and exchange ideas through blogs, podcasts and the Integrate Conference.

Grow with the Industry

At WVU, you get more than just a master's degree. With 2,500+ marketing communications alumni, students and faculty, you become part of an extensive network. Get industry insights through the Marketing Communications Today Blog and Podcast, in person at the Integrate Conference, as well as Integrate Online. Plus, launching May 2023, we will be offering 6-week Professional Certificates!

Professional CertificateS

Find Your Creative Spark

This course explores the development of creative ideas and how to find unique insights that can support integrated marketing strategy.

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Integrate Online

Fuel your creativity, make connections, empower your team and learn new skills ... virtually.

2024 Trends: Where Marketing is Headed

AI. Privacy. Authenticity. There are so many evolving trends, emerging technologies, and shifting consumer behaviors in the marketing world. All have the potential of helping businesses thrive in a constantly changing media environment. Join our panel of marcom pros as they share their insights on the trends, strategies and technologies set to redefine the marketing landscape in the upcoming year.

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Building Your Business: The Paths to Self-Employment

Transitioning from being an employee to business owner requires thought and planning. Our Integrate Online panel brings together industry leaders who have successfully transitioned from marketers to consultants and business owners. Our panelists, Krissy Bodnovich, a WVU M.S. IMC alum and seasoned social media marketing consultant, and Jesef Williams, also a WVU M.S. IMC alum and Founder of Spectacular Vernacular, bring their wealth of knowledge and firsthand experiences to the forefront.

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Networking & Creativity: The Intersection of Marketing, Design & Communications in the Pittsburgh Advertising Community

Discover the exciting world of marketing, design, and communication at this engaging panel discussion led by three accomplished industry leaders: RJ Thompson, Immediate Past President of the American Marketing Association - Pittsburgh chapter and Adjunct Instructor in the WVU IMC program; Rich Lewis, Creative Director of Eat N' Park Hospitality Group and President of AIGA Pittsburgh; and Dwayne Waite, Marketing Director of Games and Events at ReedPop and Vice President of the American Advertising Federation - Pittsburgh chapter.

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Integrate 2023

Celebrate 20 years of Integrated Marketing Communications

Integrate 2023 featured a lineup of alumni who shared experiences and lessons learned from the past 20 years. See what you missed in the Integrate 2023 recap.

Integrate 2023 Recap

Marketing Communications Today Blog

Know the latest trends and hear from both aspiring leaders and seasoned marketing professionals with insights into what's now and what's next in marketing and communications.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a concept in both science fiction and research labs since the 1956 Dartmouth Conference, where a group of pioneering computer scientists set the foundation for the field.

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The Role of Public Relations in Integrated Marketing Campaigns

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Today businesses must navigate an increasingly complex system of communication channels to reach and engage their audiences effectively. A successful marketing strategy requires a multi-faceted approach that combines various important pieces to a campaign

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The Skills You Need to Succeed in Data-Driven Marketing

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In a hyper-connected and digitally dominated world, data has become the driving force behind successful marketing strategies. Due to this, companies are now more than ever relying on data-driven insights to shape and optimize their campaigns, enhance cust

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Bluesky: What is it and why is it on the rise?

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In today’s digital age, there are plenty of social media platforms that a person can choose from, with more coming into the mix every year.

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Marketing Horizons

Explore what's next in the world of marketing as we guide you through the latest ideas, technologies, tools and strategies shaping the marketing horizon.

How to be an Entrepreneurial Marketer

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According to Darpan Munjal, serial entrepreneur and successful founder of the naming platform Atom.com, the principles of entrepreneurship—resilience, curiosity, and “roll up your sleeves and try something” — are of immediate use to marketers everywhere.

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We Need More Women in Data Science!

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Women are underrepresented in data science. Tina Tang, co-founder of Women in Big Data, discusses why and offers solutions to help women succeed in this field.

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All Marketing is Multicultural Marketing

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Beatriz Mallory, a seasoned multicultural healthcare marketer, reveals the untapped potential of the Hispanic market. Discover the challenges and opportunities in serving this growing demographic.

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Super Bowl Ads Without a Super-Sized Budget

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In this episode, Josh Wilson, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Whitefish Credit Union, demystifies the Super Bowl advertising challenge and shares how to leverage and exploit regional advertising against national players.

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Marketing Legends

Meet marketing thinkers, innovators, practitioners and founders — legends of the marketing world — who will talk about their careers and share their wisdom with the marketers of today.

The Past and the Future of Branding

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David Aaker is the world’s leading brand strategist, having created the most recognized brand strategy model, written 18 books, and helped countless companies develop successful approaches to brand equity management.

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Multicultural Marketing Goes Mainstream

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McGhee Osse is a trailblazer in multicultural marketing communications. As the CEO of Burrell Communications Group, she has both witnessed and influenced the evolution of diversity advertising in the U.S. — and the world.

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A Maverick's Life in Marketing Data

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A self-described maverick and passionate advocate of ROMI (return on marketing investment calculations, for decision-making), Peter J. Rosenwald has built a stunning career leading prominent direct marketing agencies worldwide.

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