53 Credits DIP3273, Academic Catalog 2025-2026
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The Marketing Management Diploma is designed to prepare individuals for employment in sales and marketing related positions requiring entry-level skills and knowledge necessary to perform typical job functions. Individuals seeking opportunities to upgrade present skills will also benefit from the diploma. Courses will cover the fundamentals of marketing, management, sales, retail operations, managing human resources, the art of selling, and entrepreneurship. Business and industry internships are required, with positions concentrating in a variety of areas including sales, customer service, retailing, advertising, and marketing. Arts and Sciences courses in public speaking and composition are required. Academic advisors will assist learners in choosing additional coursework for the diploma.
Campus: North Mankato
Program Start Semesters: Fall and Spring
Base estimate for 53 credit program
Tuition is paid on a semester by semester basis and will vary depending on the courses and total credits you take.
Tuition and Fees: $11,366
Tools and Equipment: $ n/a
Total Estimated Cost: $11,366 *
Compare the costs and you'll see that tuition at South Central College is much more affordable than other institutions.
*Based on 2025-2026 tuition and fees rates. Does not include extra expenses for online delivery, course fees, or course differential. Books, transportation, and living expenses also not included.
The course requirements listed below are specific to the current school year (noted above). If you need to view the program from previous years view our Catalog Archive.
Required Technical Courses (15 Courses)
Complete all of the following courses:
MGT2810 Retail Management (3 credits)
This course focuses on the changing demographics of retail marketing, the growth of new retail formats and the use of information technology to enable quick responses to market dynamics through customer service, vendor-retailer partnering and employee diversity. (Prerequisites: None)
MGT2820 Introduction to Management Information Systems (3 credits)
This course is an introduction to management information systems (MIS) and involves the interactions between technology and business practices. The course involves the planning, organizing and controlling of information technologies related to organizational objectives. Specific attention will be given to database management with a focus on contact management. The course also involves the use of spreadsheet applications, collaborative tools, and other technologies utilized in the business environment. (Prerequisites: None)
MKT1800 Introduction to Sales (3 credits)
This course serves as a foundation for future sales courses. The instructional approach combines both traditional and innovative presentations of course content that is dependent upon student involvement. The content covers the role of sales, steps of the selling process, the importance of communication skills and a positive attitude. In addition, special attention is devoted throughout the course on how the salesperson is viewed as an ambassador for the company that they represent. (Prerequisite: None)
MKT1810 Principles of Marketing (3 credits)
This course introduces the student to the dynamic field of marketing. The course will examine the different strategies and techniques used by business today to market their products and services to the consumer. The major emphasis will revolve around the four "P's" of marketing; product, price, place and promotion. (Prerequisite: None)
MKT1817 Internship (3 credits)
This course allows the student to receive practical experience in his/her chosen career area. A training plan outlining what will be learned is jointly developed among the student, employer and college. (Prerequisites: None)
MKT1820 Introduction to Business (3 credits)
This course covers the basic fundamentals of the world of business. Emphasis will be placed on the nature of business and the trends that will change the way business is conducted in the twenty-first century. The latest technology and business terms will provide an updated look at the business world.
MKT1830 Customer Service (3 credits)
This course covers the importance of customer service and how the student can achieve quality customer service. Total Quality Management is an essential part of customer service and how quality service is relayed to the consumer. This course explains how to develop a service attitude, dealing with various types of customers, handling customer complaints, decision making and using the team concept.
MKT1840 Principles of Advertising (3 credits)
This course provides a broad overview of the entire advertising and sales promotion industry. The focus will cover the entire spectrum of paid and non-paid activities designed to encourage the purchase and use of products, services and ideas. Discussion will include theory and practice about advertising media, public relations, packaging, special events, creation of ads and evaluation.
MKT1850 Professional Development I (1 credits)
This course focuses on the importance of professionalism and leadership opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to improve their understanding, interpretation and participation in a variety of activities within the college and their community. Attendance in professional conferences, seminars and meetings will be required.
MKT1900 Principles of Management (3 credits)
This course will introduce the student to the responsibilities and roles of managers and supervisors. Course focus will be on topics related to the management functions of planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Project management, the decision-making process, organizational structures and team skills will be explored. (Prerequisites: None)
MKT1910 Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
This course utilizes a variety of tools to stimulate student interest and to promote learning. We will discuss the importance of entrepreneurship in our business climate with an emphasis on the small business. The course culminates with each student creating parts of a business plan. (Prerequisites: None)
MKT1920 Marketing Research (3 credits)
This course involves practical application of the concepts of involved in marketing research. Students will work in teams to explore the fundamentals of marketing research by completing a major project. The course content includes: finding secondary data, conducting focus groups, organizing observational research, creating surveys, statistical analysis and report writing.
MKT1930 Human Resource Management (3 credits)
This course focuses on human resource management issues. The course covers the techniques and legal aspects of recruiting, hiring, firing, promotion, documentation, evaluation and other areas essential to the personnel function. (Prerequisites: None)
MKT1940 Leadership Strategies (3 credits)
This course is designed to help students recognize their leadership potential and help improve their interpersonal skills needed in today's workplace. Students will explore various leadership strategies through self assessment and reflection. Self assessments will then be used to provide the framework for developing career portfolios. Resume development, interviewing skills and networking are an integral part of the course.
MKT2817 Internship (3 credits)
This course allows students the opportunity to continue to develop their marketing & management skills in an internship. (Prerequisites: None)
Required Arts and Sciences (2 Courses)
Complete the following courses:
COMM110 Public Speaking (3 credits)
Learners in this class develop (or improve) skills in creating, organizing, supporting, and delivering both informative and persuasive messages to peer audiences. Through this course, students will develop arguments and practice academic research skills in order to adequately support their messages and develop credibility and professionalism. Learners will practice critical thinking and listening skills, support fellow students while delivering impromptu and extemporaneous speeches, and provide peer feedback to ideas and speech development. This course stresses building confidence as public communicators so students may speak effectively at work, in their communities, and as citizens in a democracy. (Prerequisites: Must have a Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score of 250 or higher, or Classic Accuplacer Reading score of 78 or higher, or ACT Reading score of 21 or higher or MCA Reading score of 1047 or higher or completion of either READ 0090 or EAP 0090 or READ 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher) (MNTC: Goal areas 1 and 9).
ENGL100 Composition (4 credits)
Composition is concerned with developing, through theory and practice, the ability to communicate in written form for personal and professional reasons. Students will develop writing skills, analytic skills, and critical thinking skills. Students will complete readings, papers, grammar exercises, and in-class activities. Students will complete research and write a research paper. Students will learn methods of writing informatively and persuasively. (Prerequisites: Must have one of the following: (MCA Reading score of 1047 or higher, or ACT Reading score of 21 or higher or Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score of 250 or higher, or Classic Accuplacer Reading score of 78 or higher) OR (READ 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher) OR (completion of either READ 0090 or EAP 0090 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher) AND (completion of either ENGL 0090 or EAP 0095 with a grade of C [2.0] or higher) (MNTC 1: Communication)
Elective Credits (3 Credits)
Complete 3 additional credits from any MGT, MKT, ACCT, OTEC, COMP or Arts and Sciences courses. Courses must be approved by advisor/faculty.
PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. Your catalog of record may have different requirements.
