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Learn to harness the power of communication with this customizable microcredential! Every learner will gain the essential skills needed to be successful in today's professional world such as: digital creation; web design including UX and UI and content management systems (WordPress); graphic design; content development; social media campaigns; basic photography; and illustration using key software including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You then have the option to select your final course: Strategic Communication for Business where you will develop an effective promotional and advertising campaign; or, Integrated Media Writing and Design where the focus is on communicating effectively with online audiences by learning to write concise and compelling content for various online formats and applying digital media production. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares all for continued study and provides current professionals at small companies or organizations responsible for the website and social media with needed specialized skills to enhance the user experience and grow market share. This microcredential can also provide communications professionals at any company or organization with an opportunity to refresh their skills to keep pace or advance, or prepare for freelance opportunities. This microcredential can also serve as an entry point into the communications field for those looking to apply for entry-level web design, social media, or graphic design positions.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
Inaugural recipient of the Business Council of NYS Workforce Innovation Award