Advertising and Marketing Communications

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Program description - January 2026

Our rewarding two-year Advertising & Marketing Communications diploma cross-disciplinary program equips you to be a creative thinker who can engage with on-trend brands, craft strategic marketing campaigns through social platforms, and have the confidence and skills that the industry demands.

Taught by passionate faculty, you will learn the essential aspects of marketing research, integrated marketing campaigns, sales strategies, social media marketing, brand development, UI/UX design, copywriting, public relations and video production. A seven-week field placement and live-client capstone project will better prepare you for the industry.

You will graduate from the program with an impressive portfolio, a laptop full of industry contacts and a supportive industry network prepared to assist you. Graduates are hired for employment at advertising agencies, media agencies, client companies and not-for-profit companies.

Included in this program is membership with the Canadian Marketing Association (CMA), granting you access to valuable resources, exclusive events, member pricing, professional development and networking opportunities with top marketing talent in Canada.

Program details

Code: 1532
Start: January 2026
Campus: Kitchener – Doon
Delivery: Hybrid
Length: 2 years
Credential: Ontario College Diploma

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Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026.
Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help eligible Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance (grants and loans) for educational costs and living expenses. The amount of funding you are eligible for depends on your program, course load, educational and living expenses, and financial situation. Apply for assistance on the OSAP website and visit OSAP & aid for more information.

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