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Associate of Applied Science

Marketing (A.A.S.)

Marketing students learn how business marketing operates by exploring the best marketing strategies in digital advertising, category management, analytics and sales.
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Marketing Introduction

Discover the ins and outs of digital marketing, advertising, professional sales, management, and analytics. Marketing courses focus on building specific skills to help students contribute effectively in a future career. Skills include researching target audiences, creating customer personas, and using AI marketing tools to build a business's brand and generate exposure.

The AAS in Marketing prepares BYU Idaho students for entry-level positions in marketing. The degree offers two different paths to completion: one through digital marketing and the other through professional sales. The degree is focused on providing graduates with marketable skills that will help gain employment in expanding business areas.

Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Marketing, start with one of the following major-specific courses
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MKT351
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MKT310
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MKT370
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MKT360
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MKT353
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MKT372
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MKT420
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Graduate Career-Ready

Marketing graduates can explore a wide variety of careers in marketing with many rewarding benefits. Check out some of the top careers for business marketing or explore more options in I-Plan.

BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries

Graduates enjoy exceptional earning potential across multiple specialties, with starting salaries typically ranging from $45,000 to $90,000, while top performers in professional sales can earn up to $120,000 annually. This program provides a high-value entry into lucrative sectors like category management and digital marketing, ensuring a strong financial return on your education.

Common Career Paths

Prepare for high-demand roles as an Account Executive, Digital Marketing Specialist, or Category Manager for global corporations like Walmart and Kimberly Clark. Whether you are mastering B2B negotiation or utilizing Agentic Engine Optimization to drive brand growth, you will graduate with a professional network and the technical skills to lead in marketing agencies or in-house corporate teams.

Preparation for Grad School

This major is a premier launchpad for top-tier MBA and Brand Management programs, specifically requiring two professional internships to ensure you have a competitive, experience-rich resume. By gaining years of practical experience before graduation, you will be positioned as a top candidate for the most prestigious graduate business schools in the country.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Marketing
You will gain a competitive edge by integrating cutting-edge AI tools—including AI-powered roleplays and autonomous agentic systems—into every stage of your marketing strategy and learning. This advanced training ensures you can elevate core marketing skills with artificial intelligence, providing immediate and sophisticated value to your future employers.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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