Advertising and Marketing Communications Management - 652
OSAP Eligible
Overview
Offered in a hybrid delivery model
Classes will reflect what advertising agencies are doing in the industry. Some days you will attend classes physically and others you will attend virtually.
Program Highlights
- Program is well-recognized by industry professionals locally and nationally.
- Specialize after first year in a creative or business stream.
- Interview industry professionals, tour agencies, participate in mock interviews and build your portfolio.
- Grads from our program can easily find work in advertising agencies of all sizes. You’ll find Mohawk Advertising and Marketing Communications Management grads working in Media Planning and Media Buying, Account Management, Project Management, Print Production, Studio production and assembly, and in Creative Departments as Art Directors and Copywriters.
What you'll learn
- The fundamentals of strategic and conceptual thinking for developing powerful advertising campaigns from start to finish.
- Art direction, copywriting, layout design, basics of photography, graphic design, UX app prototyping and idea generation techniques.
- Account and project management, strategic media planning and execution.
- How to professionally present materials to real clients.
- An understanding of Adobe Creative Suite for photo editing, layout design, and video editing and effects.
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
Faculty Spotlight: Jef Petrossi
Program Length
3 academic years (periods of 8 months)
Important Academic Dates
What makes Mohawk College one of Canada’s top ad schools?
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Program delivery
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Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
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- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Excellent reading and writing skills are recommended
Options are available for mature applicants.
Don't have the necessary requirements?
Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of the GAS-English for Academic Purposes (478 or 278) program
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2023 - 2024 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $864.60 | $758.46 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $2,218.64 | $2,112.50 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $4,331.14 | |
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
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- Explore payment options
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2023 - 2024 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,355.00 | $8,355.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Per Semester | $8,805.00 | $8,730.00 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $17,535.00 | |
If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.
Additional Information
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.
As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.
Available Financial Assistance Resources:
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program - OSAP (domestic students only)- Working on Campus
- Additional Sources of Funding
- Financial Assistance Home Page
Apply for Awards:
By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.
Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:
Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.
- One-on-One Money Counselling
- Complete the free online Money Matters Module to earn Co-Curricular Credit!
- Financial Resources and Calculators
- Events and Workshops
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Test and apply course concepts through current software in our computer labs
- Participate in national and international awards competitions.
- Work with real clients in The Agency, Mohawk’s student-run advertising agency.
- Participate in a seven-week field placement.
Field Placement
- Third-year runs for a full fall semester of 14 weeks, followed by a winter semester of seven weeks. After successful completion of all required courses, students complete a mandatory seven week unpaid field placement in their final semester
- Students are responsible for sourcing their own field placement
- The program curriculum is reviewed annually to ensure it continues to meet the needs of employers and graduates
Visit the Advertising and Marketing Communications Management Student Placement Program page for information on the field placement opportunities for this program!
Learn about The Agency
The Agency is an experiential learning facility operating within the McKeil School of Business at Mohawk College. Students from a variety of programs including Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphics and Broadcast Media collaborate in developing real world marketing and communications solutions for selected non-profit organizations and start-up companies in the greater Hamilton area.
All projects with our client/partners are integrated into the curriculum and students are marked on what they do. They work under close faculty supervision as they develop effective marketing communications solutions relevant to meeting clear client objectives.
The program curriculum is reviewed annually to ensure it continues to meet the needs of employers and graduates.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Advertising Strategist
- Account Manager
- Art Director
- Copywriter
- Production and Studio Specialist
- Public Relations/Direct Marketing/Web Specialist
- Promotions and Event Specialist
- Community Manager
- Project Manager
- Media Buyer
- Media Strategist
- Strategist
Where you could work includes:
- Advertising Agencies
- Client Side Marketing Departments
- Print, Broadcast or Digital Media
Educational Pathways
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
Pathways within Mohawk
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. *
- Pre-Media Entertainment
- Art and Design Foundations
- Business - Marketing
- Photography - Still and Motion
- General Arts and Science (University Transfer)
- Graphic Design
We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. *
This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.
Pathways beyond Mohawk
Earn a degree:
- Davenport University - Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
- Robert Gordon University - Bachelor of Arts - Events Management, Fashion Management, International Hospitality Management, International Tourism Management, Management with Marketing, or Media
- Technological University of the Shannon - Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Creative Media and Design
See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.
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If you or your organization has a marketing communications project that might be suitable for our students, please apply below. We will respond to you as soon as we can. Please note that we do not accept applications made directly to faculty or program coordinators. If you have any questions please contact theagency@mohawkcollege.ca
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