Bachelor of Digital Marketing Communications (Honours) (Co-op)

The four-year Bachelor of Digital Marketing Communication (Honours) degree provides students with a foundation in digital storytelling and digital technology, allowing them to effectively craft a message for a target audience and to create a communications plan to disseminate this message.

  • Pathway options for Business and PR students
  • Program contains three paid co-op terms (second year, third year and final year)
  • Opportunities to work on projects with real clients

Program Availability and Schedule

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Program Summary

Credential

Honours Degree (4 Years)

Program Delivery

Program Code

Area of Interest

Creative Media and Communications

School

School of Media and Design

Campus

Ottawa

Work Integrated Learning

Students gain theoretical and practical knowledge regarding media channel selection, digital storytelling, marketing communications research, digital analytics and global communications. The program utilizes case studies and client projects to provide opportunities for students to practise the newly-acquired skills in a real-world context. Additionally, students conduct marketing research, utilize digital analytics and marketing research to make decisions and craft communications plans for clients within the classroom setting.

Students also gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term(s) (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op work term(s) are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to a co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement....(read more)

Overview

The four-year Bachelor of Digital Marketing Communication (Honours) degree provides students with a foundation in digital storytelling and digital technology, allowing them to effectively craft a message for a target audience and to create a communications plan to disseminate this message.

Students gain theoretical and practical knowledge regarding media channel selection, digital storytelling, marketing communications research, digital analytics and global communications. The program utilizes case studies and client projects to provide opportunities for students to practise the newly-acquired skills in a real-world context. Additionally, students conduct marketing research, utilize digital analytics and marketing research to make decisions and craft communications plans for clients within the classroom setting.

Students also gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term(s) (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op work term(s) are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to a co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement.

Graduates may seek employment in media and communications departments within government, non-profit organizations, associations, advertising and digital agencies as well as private corporations. They may work in areas such as journalism, advertising, public relations, marketing communications, professional writing and social media.

SUCCESS FACTORS


This program is well suited for students who:

  • Are passionate about understanding and working with the cultural differences inherent in the global marketplace.
  • Possess critical thinking skills.
  • Approach problems strategically.
  • Think in innovative and creative ways to solve problems.
  • Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Work well both independently and in teams.
  • Are comfortable with digital technology.
  • Possess the traits of adaptability and curiosity.
  • Believe in life-long learning.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Careers & Pathways

Careers

Graduates may find employment in media and communications industries that develop business opportunities or work with global partners. Organizations may include governments, non-profit organizations, associations, international media, advertising and digital agencies, marketing communications departments in private corporations, as well as entrepreneurship and freelance opportunities. Sectors may include journalism, advertising, public/media/government relations, marketing communications, publishing and professional writing and social media.

Prospective job titles include: communications officer, communications manager, communications practitioner, communications researcher, public relations officer, public relations manager, public relations practitioner, market researcher, digital communications officer, digital communications manager, digital communications pracititioner, advertising analyst, advertising buyer, social media manager, social media coordinator, advertising copywriter and advertising researcher.

Pathways

Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Create, evaluate and improve digitally-focused communications campaigns through the use of analytics and marketing communications research.
  2. Craft persuasive messages specific to target audiences, adapting them to adhere to regional ethical practices and legal codes.
  3. Analyze multiple research inputs in order to create sound communications strategies.
  4. Evaluate and select media channels and tools appropriate to the audience, product, message and region.
  5. Develop and implement a marketing communications and media plan independently or in groups.
  6. Develop, manage and execute communications plans within local, national and international business contexts.
  7. Present, persuade and defend marketing communications and media recommendations to various stakeholders.
  8. Develop personal and professional strategies and plans to adapt to change and stay current within the industry.
  9. Engage innovatively and creatively in the decision-making process.
  10. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Tuition & Fees

2024/2025 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator.

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro.

Fees are subject to change.

Additional program related expenses include:

  • Books and supplies cost approximately $1,220 in the first year, $1,270 in the second year, $1,220 in the third year and $1,220 in the fourth year.
  • Students must purchase their own laptop computer and software.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
  • Mature students are applicants who have not achieved the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or its equivalent and who are at least 19 years of age on or before the commencement of the program in which they intend to enroll. Mature students applying for Degree programs satisfy College Eligibility by having demonstrated academic abilities equivalent to those of Ontario high school graduates, verified by successful completion of at least one full-time term at the post-secondary level (minimum five courses taken concurrently in an academic program of study).

Program Eligibility

  • Six Grade 12 University (U) or university/college (M) courses with a minimum 65% average including:
    • One Grade 12 U English course, with a minimum of 65%.
    • One Grade 12 U Mathematics course, with a minimum of 65%.
  • Please note that mature students must meet the following subject-specific Program Eligibility requirements, either directly or through equivalencies:
    • One Grade 12 U English course, with a minimum of 65%.
    • One Grade 12 U Mathematics course, with a minimum of 65%.
  • Applicants who do not possess the required English credit (ENG4U or equivalent) with a minimum of 65% will be considered for admission upon registration in a preparatory English course to be offered by Algonquin College prior to the start of the program. Students must achieve a minimum of 65% in the course prior to the start of the program.
  • Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
  • IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 90, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 24; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.

Not sure if you meet all of the requirements? Academic Upgrading may be able to help with that: https://www.algonquincollege.com/access/.

Application Information

BACHELOR OF DIGITAL MARKETING COMMUNICATION (HONOURS) (CO-OP)
Program Code 6450X03FWO

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should notify their Guidance Office prior to their online application at www.ontariocolleges.ca.

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants please visit this link for application process information: https://algonquincollege.force.com/myACint/.

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar`s Office
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Ave
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723
TTY: 613-727-7766
Fax: 613-727-7632
Contact: https://www.algonquincollege.com/ro

Additional Information

Program Resources

Algonquin College has been granted consent by the Minister of Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting September 17, 2019. The College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable timeframe.

CO-OP INFORMATION:
Co-operative education (Co-op) allows students to integrate their classroom learning with a real-world experience through paid work terms. Two academic terms prior to the cooperative education work term, students are required to actively participate in and successfully complete the self-directed co-op course, readiness activities and workshops.

Students must actively conduct a guided, self-directed job search and are responsible for securing approved program-related paid co-op employment. Students compete for co-op positions alongside students from Algonquin College and other Canadian and international colleges and universities. Algonquin College`s Co-op Department provides assistance in developing co-op job opportunities and guides the overall process, but does not guarantee that a student will obtain employment in a co-op work term. Co-op students may be required to relocate to take part in the co-op employment opportunities available in their industry and must cover all associated expenses; e.g., travel, work permits, visa applications, accommodation and all other incurred expenses.

Co-op work terms are typically 14 weeks in duration and are completed during a term when students are not taking courses. For more information on your program`s co-op level(s), visit the courses tab on your program`s webpage.

International students enrolled in a co-op program are required by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to have a valid Co-op/Internship Work Permit prior to commencing their work term. Without this document International students are not legally eligible to engage in work in Canada that is part of an academic program. The Co-op/Internship Work Permit does not authorize international students to work outside the requirements of their academic program.

For more information on co-op programs, the co-op work/study schedule, as well as general and program-specific co-op eligibility criteria, please visit www.algonquincollege.com/coop.

Completion of the total number of co-op work terms listed under the courses section on the program page are mandatory for graduation. Co-op students must make every effort to remain on schedule and participate in co-op work terms as planned. Students who fail to complete co-op work terms as scheduled may be required to take an unscheduled break in their studies, resulting in a delay in graduation in order to complete their co-op at a later date. Taking an unscheduled break in studies can impact an international student’s immigration status, including, in most cases, the ability to work. International students are advised to consult with the International Education Centre to understand the potential implications of unscheduled breaks at www.algonquincollege.com/international/student-handouts/scheduled-unscheduled-breaks/.

ADVANCED STANDING:
Graduates of a recognized Business Administration - Marketing Ontario College Advanced Diploma, Business - Marketing Ontario College Diploma, Advertising and Marketing Communications Management Ontario College Advanced Diploma, and Public Relations Ontario College Diploma programs are eligible to apply to customized pathway programs reducing program duration.

Graduates of other related Ontario College Diploma or Ontario College Advanced Diploma programs may be eligible for advanced standing into the degree program. Please visit the degree program listing or speak to the Program Coordinator for more information and to confirm eligibility.

Contact

Karen Kavanagh

Program Coordinator

kavanak@algonquincollege.com

613-727-4723, ext. 5818

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Karen Kavanagh

Program Coordinator

kavanak@algonquincollege.com

613-727-4723, ext. 5818

Karen Kavanagh has over 15 years experience working in the advertising and marketing industry in both Toronto and Ottawa. Her career has been primarily on the business side of advertising, working in both account planning and media planning roles. She has worked on B2B, B2C and non-profit accounts targeting local, national and international markets. However, she has extensive experience planning and executing campaigns internationally, including the US, UK, France, Germany, Japan, China and Australia. Karen specializes in digital marketing and has developed and led teams to execute online advertising plans, mobile campaigns, digital applications, websites, search engine campaigns, online direct marketing, and social media plans. Karen is a proud graduate of the College’s Advertising program, and also has a Psychology degree from the University of Ottawa and an Executive MBA from the Telfer School of Management.

Darryl D'Souza

Program Coordinator

dsouzad@algonquincollege.com

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Darryl D'Souza

Program Coordinator

dsouzad@algonquincollege.com

Darryl is a communications strategist and educational professional with over 20 years of experience in higher education as a professor, researcher, and curriculum developer and in practice as director, editor, and podcaster. In his career, Darryl centred his attention around teaching, consulting, research, podcasting, and creating communications strategy for not-for-profit organizations. His projects in the not-for-profit sector earned awards and scholarships from the Indian government, UNICEF, and Dublin City University.

Darryl holds a doctorate in Communications from Dublin City University (Ireland), a master’s and two bachelor’s degrees along with a certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. He also volunteers as board director of St. James Town Community Co-op (Toronto) and leads communications at Basic Income Canada Network.

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