Department of Marketing

Bridging creativity and consumer behavior

Marketing is the realm of business where creativity and return on investment connect. In the marketing program at Wayne State University's Mike Ilitch School of Business, you cultivate innovative concepts to tap into the human element of business. Become a versatile communicator and the driving force behind business success with our bachelor’s degree program or M.B.A. concentration. 

Our hands-on curriculum delves deeply into the core principles of product planning, pricing, distribution and promotion. Simultaneously, our student-centered opportunities and industry connections equip you with the skills needed to thrive across a broad spectrum of industries, from nonprofit public relations to orchestrating advertising campaigns for multinational corporations.

Discover how the marketing degree programs at the Ilitch School can empower you to master the art of understanding consumer emotions and creating value for target markets.

Marketing degrees and programs

Bachelor of arts or bachelor of science in business administration with a major in marketing (B.A./B.S.)

Earn a B.A. or B.S. in business administration with a major in marketing and explore concentrations in advertising, digital marketing and analytics, and marketing management.

M.B.A. marketing concentration

Complete two M.B.A. marketing courses plus at least one elective marketing course from additional five options  to elevate your skills in creating value for consumers and enhancing an organization’s competitiveness in the marketplace. 

Five business students stand on Ilitch School's terrace looking at each other and laughing

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Get to know the Ilitch School marketing department by reviewing our courses, meeting our faculty and discovering student experiences.

All marketing courses

Marketing Advisory Board

Marketing faculty

Student experiences

Contact the marketing department

Abhijit Biswas

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Help businesses communicate clearly with Wayne State marketing. Request more information, explore our academic programs or apply.