Apr 26, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

Marketing, Advertising and Sales, Advanced Marketing OSA


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Career Pathways

(CIP 52.1401)

281-756-3812

 

The Occupational Skills Awards (OSAs) provide a quick, marketable distinction, showcasing foundational industry knowledge that can set a candidate apart during the hiring process.

The Marketing, Advertising, and Sales Advanced Marketing Occupational Skills Award is designed to meet critical workforce demands in Brazoria and Galveston counties and beyond. As industries undergo digital transformation, there is a heightened need for professionals skilled in not only strategic advertising and effective sales techniques but also marketing. Local growth in service sectors, retail, and tourism underscores the need for adeptness in all three areas. The credential’s modular, stackable design enables swift workforce entry and progression toward advanced skills. Labor statistics project a 10% growth in these occupations by 2031, surpassing average job trends. Feedback from employers has emphasized the necessity for candidates with practical, industry-specific skills across marketing, advertising, and sales.

FIRST YEAR


Third Semester


Semester Credits: 3


SECOND YEAR


Semester Credits: 6


Minimum Total credits Required for Marketing, Advertising and Sales, Advanced Marketing OSA: 9


Return to {$returnto_text} Return to: Career Pathways