FAQ

What are the requirements for the Digital Marketing Strategy Certificate?

To receive the Digital Marketing Strategy certificate, students must successfully complete four required courses and two elective courses.

 

Do I get DePaul credit for these classes?

No, but some have been approved for CEU credits. These classes are professional education classes with different requirements than courses taken for academic credit.

 

How big are the classes?

Class size is limited to allow for a more interactive environment in the classroom. Most classes have fewer than twenty students.

 

Will I have to write papers and take exams?

While the assignments differ for each instructor and course, you will be assigned non-graded homework, and you will receive feedback on each of your assignments. Some courses also include in-class presentations.

 

Are the courses very technical?

Some of the topics are technical but are described in a way that a non-technical person can understand. At every stage of the program, theory is integrated with the technology - we aim to provide insight for technical and non-technical participants.

 

Does this program qualify for financial assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)?

In order to find out if you qualify for financial assistance, you must first contact Workforce Development. As a certified program under the ILLINOIS workNet initiative, this program has been approved for workforce training grants for those who are eligible. Funding may be available for those receiving unemployment benefits. Please contact Workforce Development for more information.