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Advanced Certificate Course in Digital Marketing and Brand Management is designed to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills in the dynamic fields of brand management and digital marketing. This course covers essential marketing functions, brand strategy development, and advanced branding techniques, helping students understand how to craft, manage, and grow brands in today’s competitive market.

Students will learn about consumer buying behavior, brand audits, and the principles of building brand equity, along with strategies for effective brand communication. The course also delves into modern digital marketing strategies, such as social media marketing, SEO, Google Ads, email marketing, and content creation. Students will explore the role of AI, Big Data, and personalization in shaping marketing campaigns.

Practical applications are emphasized throughout the course, with exposure to real-world scenarios like programmatic advertising, e-commerce, and the future of digital marketing in the Metaverse. Guest lecturers will provide insights into the latest trends in brand management.

This course is ideal for students looking to advance their careers in digital marketing, brand management, and e-commerce, providing the expertise needed to succeed in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Department
Department
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Campus
Campus
Rajagiriya Campus / Kandy Campus / Kandy KIC
Level
Level
Advanced Certificate Programmes
Method
Method
Full Time / Part Time
Duration
Duration
04 months
Medium
Medium
English

Entry Requirements

  • Successfully completed a certificate programme specialized in Digital Marketing Graphic

  • Minimum 2 passes at G.C.E A/L in any stream

  • Passed G.C.E O/L with 5 credits including credits for Mathematics or ICT and English

OR

  • Passed G.C.E O/L with minimum 1-year relevant Industry experience

  • Design /Video production/Animation

Commencement

  • Rajagiriya - May 2025

  • Kandy - Pending

  • Peradeniya (KIC) – Pending 

Programme Fees

Current Fee Structure
  • Course Fee: LKR 75,000/= + Registration Fee: LKR 2,000/=

*Subject to change without prior notice. Conditions apply.

Course Structure and Modules

  • Marketing Landscape (Role, Tasks and Functions)

  • Buying Behavior and Psychology

  • Introduction to Brand Strategy

  • Crafting a Brand Strategy (STP)

  • Developing a Strong Brand Strategy (Brand meaning & Identity)

  • Building Brand Equity

  • Conducting a Brand Audit

  • Planning for Brand Extensions

  • Designing a Brand Communication Strategy

  • Guest Lecturer on Latest Development in Brand Management

  • Dealing with Competition

  • Global Branding

  • Principles of Digital Marketing

  • Planning Process in Digital Mediums

  • Social Media Marketing

  • Content and Video Marketing

  • Search Engine Optimization

  • Google Ads – Display, Paid Search and Video

  • Email Marketing

  • Digital Copyrights and Legal Background

  • Advanced Programmatic Advertising

  • Modern Themes in Digital Platforms

  • Digital Marketing in Practical Applications

  • Artificial Intelligence and Big Data usage in Digital Marketing

  • Personal Branding

  • Fine-tuning the image of your brand

  • Ethical branding and Social Responsibilities of a brand Manager

  • Final Presentation and Evaluation

  • E commerce, Payment Gateway management and Digital Marketing

  • Metaverse and Future Applications with Virtual Reality

  • Conversational Marketing and Chatbots.

  • Introduction to Personalization with AI,Machine learning and Big Data