B.S. in Marketing and Sales
Marketing and sales professionals are vital to numerous industries and businesses across the U.S. and the world. The Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Sales will equip you with vital skills in marketing and sales including problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking that are necessary to grow companies.
Program Focus
Advertising, branding, market research, sales, and digital marketing including social media
CCU's marketing program coursework is designed to develop marketing skills, including marketing plans and marketing strategies for creating advertising campaigns through a variety of ways such as social media marketing, analyzing consumer behavior, and conducting marketing research.
Fundamental core business courses within this marketing degree program mirror the American Marketing Association body of knowledge, but they also incorporate a biblical worldview and scriptural principles into each subject area. In all marketing classes — both core marketing courses and electives, an emphasis is placed on involving you with real-world problems that will advance your ability to make ethical business decisions from a Christian worldview in your marketing and sales career.
- 120 credit hours (30 in major core)
- Courses are taken one at a time and are typically completed in five-week blocks
- CCU's generous transfer credit policies help you accelerate your degree
- Program fundamentals align with the American Marketing Association
- One graduate-level course can be applied to an MBA degree at CCU
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Admissions for Adult Undergraduate and Degree Completion Students
For adult students interested in beginning or completing their undergraduate degree, the College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers a variety of flexible educational opportunities. These include bachelor's degree programs that open new doors for your career, associate degree programs to help you build a strong foundation, and certificate programs to give you that extra edge.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the adult undergraduate application online.
- Provide your enrollment counselor with a copy of your state-issued driver's license or a state-issued identification card. This ID must include your photo and be within the expiration date. If you are an international student, visit our international student admissions page for more information or contact your enrollment counselor with any questions.
- Submit your official high school transcript with graduation date or a high school equivalent certificate (GED).
- As part of the admissions process, applicants may be selected to participate in a video interview conducted via Zoom. This interview is designed to confirm applicant identity, assess technological readiness for online learning, and support the integrity of the university’s enrollment process. Participation in the video interview, if requested, is a required step for admission and must be completed prior to enrollment.
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To submit application-related materials that were not already submitted through the online application, email them to AdmissionsSupport@ccu.edu or mail to:
Colorado Christian University
Attn: Registration Services/Transcripts
8787 W. Alameda Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80226Admission to Licensure Programs
Admission to a licensure program in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies does not guarantee licensure at the completion of the program. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they meet all licensure requirements, which often includes a background check.
For students who may wish to seek licensure, CCU has provided professional licensure disclosures to aid students in determining specific state requirements for professional licensure. Each state makes the final determination if an individual is eligible to sit for licensure based on the rules and regulations of that state at the time a student applies for licensure.
Admission Timelines
Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies offers accelerated degree completion programs for adult students. Courses are typically offered in five-week blocks. You can enter CCU at the beginning of any adult studies course. This gives you the flexibility to start at virtually any time during the year. CCU operates on a standard semester time frame. Semesters include spring, summer, and fall.
Non-degree Seeking Students
If you wish to take courses in Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies without working toward a degree, you must apply for a Non-Degree Seeking program on CCU's Adult Undergraduate Admission Application. Please see the Non-Degree Seeking Students website for details
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Benefits of Marketing and Sales Bachelor Degree
- The bachelor's in Marketing and Sales program is designed for adult students who are busy with work and family commitments.
- 100% online marketing and sales classes.
- Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.
- Students have direct access to professors who are also sales and marketing professionals in a variety of fields, including public relations, international marketing, and professional sales.
Jobs with a Marketing and Sales degree
The Marketing and Sales bachelor's degree program will help prepare you for obtainable careers with a marketing and sales degree in various platforms, from major organizations and even international businesses to small ventures like nonprofits, and applies to virtually any industry. Marketing and sales graduates can explore opportunities including entry-level positions such as internships to mid-level positions including:
- Marketing Manager
- Advertising and Promotions Manager
- Market Research Analyst/Data Analysis
- Sales Managers
- Sales Operations
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that employment for advertising, promotions, and marketing managers will grow 10% from 2021-2031.
Obtaining an online bachelor's degree can also prepare you for advanced degrees, which can help with future specializations and advanced career paths. At CCU, graduates with a Bachelor's in Marketing and Sales may transfer one graduate-level course into our online MBA program.
If you're interested in higher education to accelerate your marketing career and would like to learn more about CCU's enrollment process and marketing major options, marketing degree programs, or pricing, fill out the Request Info form on this page.
Marketing and Sales Related Programs
- Associate Degrees: Marketing and Sales, A.S.
- Bachelor's Degrees: Marketing and Sales, B.S.
- Undergraduate Certificates: Marketing and Sales
State Exclusions for Online Students
Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.