The need for creative professionals will always be in demand—in both good and bad financial times. Marketing roles are expected to grow 10% through 2029. This growth is faster than the rate of most occupations. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that marketing managers work predominantly in professional, scientific, and technical services industries, as well as in manufacturing.

Marketing Manager / Director
Marketing Research Analyst
Social Media Manager / Director
Media Planner

CSU Global is proud to be regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Regarding industry-related or degree-specific accreditation, CSU Global's new M.S. in Marketing program will be eligible for Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) accreditation in 2024, and we plan to apply as soon as the program is eligible. Please note: All other existing business-related programs at CSU Global are ACBSP accredited.

Salary will depend upon many factors—industry, as well as the type and size of the organization. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics provides data that the median annual salary of an experienced marketing manager is over $140,000 a year.

Our program is accelerated, meaning classes are eight weeks long. Motivated students can complete their degree in as little as 12 months.

There are many factors to consider when addressing the difficulty in obtaining an online higher-level degree. The time you invest and the dedication you give to your studies will equate to a better learning experience and educational outcomes.  Colorado State University Global's online Master's degree in Marketing is rigorous and demanding enough to thoroughly prepare you for a successful marketing career, but being 100% online offers the ability to establish your own pace and flexibility—and our faculty are here to support you along the way.

CSU Global’s MS in Marketing degree offers experiential learning where students get hands-on experience using real-world projects in a safe academic setting. Additionally, you will be taught by MS Marketing faculty who are professionals in the field and can provide you with the most recent and relevant practices in the marketing profession. 

While the fundamentals of marketing may remain the same, the way we market is constantly changing. Obtaining your Master’s degree in Marketing will enable you to bridge the information gap and continue to build your professional career seamlessly. The MS in Marketing at CSU Global is designed to provide marketing professionals at all stages of their careers with the marketing principles and skills necessary to make informed decisions developing abilities in the areas of leadership, strategy, innovation, creativity, storytelling, problem-solving, decision making, ethics, and communication. Students learn by doing through the application of core marketing principles via problem-based learning (case studies, applied simulations) integrated into the curriculum thus preparing graduates to begin applying what was learned immediately in a new or existing position

This program is still pending approval for use with VA benefits. While the request has been submitted to the VA, approval has not yet been granted. If you are registering for the Fall A term, you may not be able to use your benefits. We anticipate that future terms will not be affected. Please contact the enrollment department for more information at enroll [at] csuglobal.edu.