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How to Get a Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree takes around four or five years to earn when you're a full-time student, but there are ways you may be able to earn your degree at a faster pace. Learn more.

November 3, 2021

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Marketing Careers: 6 Areas to Explore

A marketing career could lead you down several in-demand career paths. Explore six marketing areas and learn how to qualify for marketing roles.

November 3, 2021

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Marketing vs. Sales: What's the Difference?

Both marketing and sales focus on the customer, though they may go about it in different ways. Explore the similarities and differences between each of these important business units.

October 28, 2021

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A Guide to Postbaccalaureate Programs

The postbacc builds on a bachelor's degree, preparing students interested in health-related professional degree programs to potentially become stronger applicants.

October 28, 2021

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Recent marketing degree graduate, smiling, with curly blonde hair, wearing a dotted work dress, and looking at the camera, leans over a desk with an open laptop, work papers all around, and two plants decorating the space.

What Can You Do with a Marketing Degree? 11 Job Paths

Wondering what you can do with your marketing degree? Here are entry-level job titles and their associated career paths.

October 28, 2021

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How to Be Successful in College: 9 Tips

Recognizing your values, building SMART goals, and knowing your learning style can help put you on the path to success in college.

October 28, 2021

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