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Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Thursday May 2nd , 2024

While its location in the heart of Miami helps students acquire some of the culture and scenery of the city, the Marangoni classrooms uphold the traditional Italian culture and experience as the other European schools. Those who choose to study at IMM for the master’s degree in digital communication & social media strategy not only receive a high-quality education with a comprehensive curriculum but also a supportive network of peers, faculty, alumni, and instructors for guidance along the way, plus endless opportunities for professional growth with top brand names of the fashion and design industry. Interested participants of the master digital communication & social media strategy degree program await being part of the alumni community consisting of big names like Franco Moschino, Alessandro Sartori, and Domenico Dolce.

What Courses Will I Take in the Master of Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy Program?

Participants of the digital communication & social media strategy master’s degree will go through 36 credits hours on top of a previously completed bachelor’s degree. This master’s program strives to develop the vital skills in understanding the technological improvements and new platforms that are shifting the ways in which brands interact with their consumers. These courses will teach the students how to examine and apply key concepts of the communication channels across virtual, social, and written campaigns with the goal being to meet and exceed the expectations of the brand. Plus, there’s a focus on the connection between social media and consumers and their interaction with the brand through digital platforms. The learning environment at Marangoni Miami is arranged in small class sizes to provide individual attention to each student in order to support their strengths, improve their weaknesses, and guide them towards success.

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Why Should I Attend the Master of Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy at Istituto Marangoni Miami?

Attendees of Istituto Marangoni Miami are not only provided with a high level education from international sourced and locally trained professionals but also up-to-date fashion tech, immersive classroom environments, a close-knit community on campus, and an array of opportunities to gain experience within the fashion industry. Plus, with a location in the heart of the Miami Design District, The Miami School of Fashion & Design allows students to explore the areas around the campus and become familiar with Miami which over time will develop as their second home. The following are just some events in which students have had the chance to attend and have participated in for a hands-on look at the world of fashion:

  • Miami Art Basel
  • Chanel Cruise Collection Runway Show
  • Paraiso Miami Beach – Miami Swim Week
  • National and International Fashion Weeks – Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, New York, Panama, etc.
  • Collaborations and partnerships with brands like With Love Halston and Alexandre Birman
  • Special guest visits, celebrity talks, and more!

What Can I Do with a Master in Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy?

A master in digital communication and social media strategy degree opens the door to multiple career paths for each student to pursue based on their interests. With a combination of creativity and business, this program trains students to specialize in roles like social media and digital manager, content creator, communication specialist, or brand management and innovation. The purpose of this master’s program is to create a connection between brands and their consumers through roles that help establish that link through creative direction, social media management, strategic and communication planning.

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Average Salary for Careers with a Master Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy

Completing a master in digital communication and social media strategy degree grants access to the knowledge needed in the digital environment of the industry to create desire for the brand and establish consumer engagement based on the brand’s expected strategy and overall vision. The program highlights the importance of the link between social media, technology and digital platforms and consumers to improve the vision of the brand. The following are the most commonly known roles that branch out of a master’s in digital communication and social media strategy along with their corresponding average salaries per year:

  • Content Creator: between $30,000 and $70,000
  • Digital Creative Director: between $70,000 and $200,000
  • Communication Specialist: between $35,000 and $85,000
  • Social Media and Digital Manager: between $45,000 and $70,000
  • Brand Management and Innovation: between $90,000 and $160,000

Admissions Criteria for Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy Master’s Degree

Submit an application to our master of digital communication and social media strategy program to advance in your professional career. Applications must be submitted by the deadline of the semester you’d like to enroll for. Every application requires a non-refundable $100 application fee. Once submitted, a Marangoni Miami coach will contact you to help organize the necessary documents for a complete applicant folder. The required information is the following:

  • U.S. Identification
  • Personal statement
  • An updated resume/CV
  • Declaration of finances
  • Proof of high school completion, GED, or secondary education
  • Proof of completion of a bachelor’s degree program
  • A fully completed and signed enrollment agreement
  • Optional: portfolio or samples of work

Once all documents are received and reviewed, an admissions interview will be arranged. The applicant will be notified of an admissions decision afterwards.

Note: Student vias are currently not available or being offered for our Master in Digital Communication and Social Media Strategy degree.

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Master’s Degree In Digital Communications Price
ProgramsCredit HoursTotal Per Credit Hour – In personTotal Per Credit Hour – OnlineApplication FeeGraduation Fee
Master’s Degree In Digital Communications36$1395$1000$100$400

* See Academic Calendar for dates. Initial registration for fashion studies after the end of the Drop/Add period will incur a $100 late registration fee.

The other registration fees are due on or before the last day to register for any given semester. Students should consult the Academic Calendar regarding the registration deadline. Students will not be officially enrolled in Istituto Marangoni Miami until all fees are fully paid. Any students owing money to Istituto Marangoni Miami, regardless of the debt, will not be permitted to register

Enrollment

Admissions Requirements

Career Oportunities

Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition

Semester Start/End202220232024
Spring Semester StartJanuary 10th, 2022January 9th, 2023January 8th, 2024
Spring Semester EndMay 5th, 2022May 3rd, 2023April 30th, 2024
Summer Semester StartMay 9th, 2022May 10th, 2023May 8th, 2024
Summer Semester EndAugust 23rd, 2022August 24th, 2023August 23rd, 2024
Fall Semester StartSeptember 1st, 2022September 4th, 2023September 2nd, 2024
Fall Semester EndDecember 20th, 2022December 21st, 2023December 19th, 2024

To apply for admission to Istituto Marangoni Miami undergraduate programs, an applicant must:

  • Submit a fully completed and signed application for admission including a personal statement that describes the applicant’s professional accomplishments and goals; and
  • A non-refundable application fee of US $100.

To enroll, an applicant must complete the following:

  •  Complete a personal interview with an Admissions Director or Assistant Director. An in-person interview is preferred, however, for prospective students who are not located in the Miami area, a telephone or Skype interview is acceptable.
  • Provide evidence of high school completion, GED, or evidence of secondary education.
  • Complete a personal statement essay in 500 words or less as to what attending Istituto Marangoni would mean for them and their future career in the fashion industry.
  • Submit a Resume/CV with previous work experience or accomplishments.
  • Submit a fully completed and signed enrollment agreement.
  • Complete a financial plan with Student Financial Services.

Additional requirements for the graduate program.

In addition to the above requirements, applicants seeking admission to the graduate program must also provide:

  • Evidence of the successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program.
  • An updated resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Students may submit a portfolio or samples of work; however, these are optional. Students who choose to submit, please

in case you have any additional question, you can email us at: miami@immiami.com

Social media and digital manager
Content creator
Communication specialist
Digital Creative Director
Brand Management and Innovation

For more information on Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition please visit our For more information on Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition please visit our Admissions page here.

Enrollment

Semester Start/End202220232024
Spring Semester StartJanuary 10th, 2022January 9th, 2023January 8th, 2024
Spring Semester EndMay 5th, 2022May 3rd, 2023April 30th, 2024
Summer Semester StartMay 9th, 2022May 10th, 2023May 8th, 2024
Summer Semester EndAugust 23rd, 2022August 24th, 2023August 23rd, 2024
Fall Semester StartSeptember 1st, 2022September 4th, 2023September 2nd, 2024
Fall Semester EndDecember 20th, 2022December 21st, 2023December 19th, 2024

Admissions Requirements

To apply for admission to Istituto Marangoni Miami undergraduate programs, an applicant must:

  • Submit a fully completed and signed application for admission including a personal statement that describes the applicant’s professional accomplishments and goals; and
  • A non-refundable application fee of US $100.

To enroll, an applicant must complete the following:

  •  Complete a personal interview with an Admissions Director or Assistant Director. An in-person interview is preferred, however, for prospective students who are not located in the Miami area, a telephone or Skype interview is acceptable.
  • Provide evidence of high school completion, GED, or evidence of secondary education.
  • Complete a personal statement essay in 500 words or less as to what attending Istituto Marangoni would mean for them and their future career in the fashion industry.
  • Submit a Resume/CV with previous work experience or accomplishments.
  • Submit a fully completed and signed enrollment agreement.
  • Complete a financial plan with Student Financial Services.

Additional requirements for the graduate program.

In addition to the above requirements, applicants seeking admission to the graduate program must also provide:

  • Evidence of the successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program.
  • An updated resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Students may submit a portfolio or samples of work; however, these are optional. Students who choose to submit, please

in case you have any additional question, you can email us at: miami@immiami.com

Career Oportunities

Social media and digital manager
Content creator
Communication specialist
Digital Creative Director
Brand Management and Innovation

Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition

For more information on Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition please visit our For more information on Istituto Marangoni Miami Tuition please visit our Admissions page here.

VOICES

Clark Rosen - MA Luxury & Fashion Brand Management

When I decided to study at Marangoni Miami I had a vague idea of what I wanted to do, and the course helped me fine-tune it until I was ready to launch my own swimwear brand.

COURSE LISTS

Course Description

Number Course Title Credits

DCSMS526

INTERNET LAW & ETHICS

1

One (1) semester credit

Essential to the contemporary fashion industry, internet law and ethics is related to computer and information ethics and the key processes and institutions shaping the technology landscape, and how brands are adapting to accommodate emerging technologies and practices. The course explores issues such as participant knowledge and consent, online privacy and, cybersecurity, intellectual property issues, domain name, copyrights, and social media regulations.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS527

EXPERIENTIAL CONSUMER BEHAVIORS

2

Two (2) semester credits

The aim of this course is for participants to understand more about the ultimate customer experience in a new phygital (physical place and digital space) context. They are introduced to new customer experience frameworks by exploring the concept of the 7Es (Experience, Exchange, Extension, Emphasis, Empathy, Emotional touchpoints, Emic/Etic process) as well as strategies using online surveys, contests, quizzes, and HTML5 games.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS528

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT & ANALYTICS

3

Three (3) semester credits

The Social media management and analytics course introduces participants to tools and practices used by social media, marketing, and communications teams to identify successful practices, target demographics, and analyze real-time consumer practices. The course explores how to grow businesses by measuring the effectiveness of social media campaigns, A/B testing and to compare data from individual campaigns, posts, or pages.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS529

COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES

3

Three (3) semester credits

This course explores the ever-evolving world of marketing communication strategies, drawing on fashion industry case studies to help students to develop a deeper understanding of success factors. Media planning and strategy, public relations, sales promotions, direct marketing, CSR, the digital landscape of communications, fashion advertising and creative communication strategies, as well as laws and regulations associated with marketing communications are included amongst the topics.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS530

THE EVOLUTION OF FASHION MEDIA

1

One (1) semester credits

The evolving landscapes of media and fashion communication environment are explored by examining the most relevant mass media such as: print (magazines, newspapers, catalogs); broadcast (TV, radio, video, film); and the Internet (Web sites, blogs, podcasts, social media, YouTube). Through analysis, participants will also understand the evolution of the digital landscape and its impact on fashion media.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS531

RESEARCH METHODS

2

Two (2) semester credits

Research Methods supports students in developing the core competencies and academic rigor required for study at postgraduate level. Through a series of lectures and activities, students will be able to gain the theoretical and practical understanding needed to create effective coursework and capstone project proposals. Lectures will cover the reflective process, the review of literature, research methodologies, structuring research.

Prerequisite(s): LBM514

DCSMS532

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES & CREATIVE DIRECTION

3

Three (3) semester credits

This course explores proven techniques from both brand and agency perspectives. Learn to develop strategy and to plan, execute, and manage campaigns from ideation through results analysis. Study how creative strategy is executed across all elements of the marketing mix, including interactive marketing, promotion, advertising, traditional media, digital media, social media, and experiential events. Learn to manage all elements effectively for consistent strategy and branding and for successful integration. During this course, engage in the creative process by building a cohesive campaign.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS533

DIGITAL ADVERTISING & ONLINE MEDIA

3

Three (3) semester credits

Participants explore the world of Digital Advertising & Online Media by investigating the various distribution options of promotional content and by understanding the process of utilizing promotional material for online platforms such as social media, search engines, websites, and any other digital platforms. Students learn how to digitally take the business directly to where the consumer is, how to purchase advertising space for campaigns (pay-per-click), how to search engine optimize (SEO), how to integrate digital into traditional marketing strategies, as well as how to create web banner ads, mobile ads, landing pages, interactive look books and digital media kits.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS534

EMAIL MARKETING STRATEGIES

1

One (1) semester credits

Email marketing is the highly effective digital marketing strategy of sending emails to prospects and customers. This course will show how effective marketing emails convert prospects into customers, and turn one-time buyers into loyal, raving fans. This course will further explore how to build an email list full of targeted customers, how to optimize your emails for the highest open rates and click-through rates (CTR), and how to automate the email marketing process of nurturing your leads and turning prospects into customers.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS535

NEW DIGITAL TOOLS

2

Two (2) semester credits

The main focus of this course is to get participants to identify the right digital tools and platforms necessary for businesses to succeed. Students will understand which tools are used for different tasks and how to apply them in an everyday environment. This is achieved by exploring programs, websites or online resources including Hubspot, Ahrefs, Google Adwords and Google Analytics.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS536

CREATIVE CONTENT & DIGITAL WRITING

3

Three (3) semester credits

Digital culture describes how technology and the internet are shaping the way that we interact as humans, and writing on social networks and messaging systems is very different from the traditional literary methods of the past. Today, a large part of a writer’s work is no longer based on copyright. All of the productions circulating on proprietary social networks live on the basis of an economic model based on advertising, customer centricity, transparency and brevity. This course will help students make the transition from traditional to digital writing, paying special attention to providing relevant content for specific target audiences and websites, and content containing keywords aimed towards improving a website’s SEO.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS537

GRAPHIC DESIGN, LAYOUT AND POST PRODUCTIONS

3

Three (3) semester credits

Graphic design is all around us, in a myriad of forms, both on screen and in print, always made up of images and words to create a communication goal. This course exposes students to the fundamental skills required to make sophisticated graphic design: process, context, and communication through image-making and typography. The goal of this course is to equip learners with a set of transferable formal and conceptual tools for “making and communicating” in the field of graphic design. This core skill set will provide a starting point for further work in interface design, motion graphics, and editorial design.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS538

EXPERIENTIAL MEDIA

3

Three (3) semester credits

Experiential Media, best described as an immersive experience, allows brands and businesses to form longterm connections with consumers. This course will take you through the process of how to use experiential media to bring a product to life by reaching consumers in more innovative, authentic, and sharable ways. A key objective of this course is to the development of an Experiential media campaign, one that gives customers the up-close and -personal brand experiences they crave; something traditional marketing efforts cannot always achieve.

Prerequisite(s): None

DCSMS602

CAPSTONE PROJECT

6

Six (6) semester credits

The capstone project represents the culmination of a student’s academic learning and may take a variety of forms. Students may select a course of personal and professional interest and relevance and conduct and document an in-depth investigation into the topic. Students will meet with a designated supervisor to support them through the development of their project. Outcomes may be a final collection, a product, a presentation, a short film or an academic paper that will be presented and orally defended to a panel of tutors and experts in the field.

Prerequisite(s): None

Total Program Credits:

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36

Download the Degree Programs Catalog

Welcome to a realm of boundless creativity and academic excellence. At Istituto Marangoni Miami, we're not just an institution; we're a transformative journey that propels you into a world of possibilities. Our Degree programs, meticulously curated to reflect the pulse of the fashion and design industry, stand as testaments to our commitment to nurturing future leaders and innovators. Within the pages of our catalog lies a narrative of aspiration, expertise, and artistic endeavor. It's a story that unfolds against the backdrop of high-end international locations, where the echoes of Italian history and culture intermingle with modernity. It's a celebration of talent and ambition, where the pursuit of knowledge is intertwined with the pursuit of style.

As you explore our captivating story, you'll discover a rich tapestry of experiences that shape the Istituto Marangoni journey. Istituto Marangoni Miami can be a chapter in your life, a chapter that transcends traditional education to embrace hands-on learning, mentorship from industry luminaries, and an unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries. In these pages, you'll catch a glimpse of what awaits you: a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, a world-class faculty, and a curriculum that blends academic rigor with practical mastery. This is an invitation to embark on a voyage of self-discovery and growth, where you'll be empowered to take your place amongst the stars of the fashion and design cosmos. So, explore, dream, and envision the possibilities that lie ahead.

FAQ

What Does a Masters Degree in Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy Do?

Students of the digital communication and social media strategy master’s degree are trained to establish the link between brands and the consumers based on social media, communications, and strategic planning to capture the brands vision and express it to the audience in the most accurate way possible.

Is it Worth Getting a Masters in Digital Communication & Social Media Strategy?

With a masters in digital communications and social media strategy being such an adaptable degree, graduates of the program are able to explore different career paths depending on their interests and develop those skills into professional settings. The potential paths tend to be a combination of both creative concepts and business aspects in order to evaluate the impact of digital advertising and creative direction to coordinate various campaigns through social platforms. 

Is Digital Communications & Social Media Strategy a Good Major?

A degree in digital communications and social media strategy serves as a versatile choice for roles that are a mixture of creative ideas and business strategy. As a master student in the digital communications and social media strategy program, there are a variety of aspects studied that come together to achieve the purpose of the brand being served to accomplish their goal or vision. Not only do these masters students need to examine the behavior of consumers but also how they interact based on the social platform and creative direction.