This 9-month program provides in-depth knowledge of digital and social media marketing strategies, tools, and analytics. Features practical training in SEO, SEM, social media platforms, and digital analytics.
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Overview
IIM Visakhapatnam's Digital Marketing program provides comprehensive coverage of online promotion strategies and digital marketing tools. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications across various digital platforms.
Why Online MBA (Master of Business Administration)?
The program features hands-on practices, a three-day campus immersion, and a capstone project. Participants receive IIM Visakhapatnam Executive Alumni status and access to industry networking.
What does this course have to offer?
Key Highlights
Interactive learning platform
Hands-on practices
Three-day campus immersion
Capstone project
Executive alumni status
Industry expert faculty
Practical applications
Who is this programme for?
Mid to senior-level marketing professionals
Digital marketing managers
Brand managers
Marketing analysts
Entrepreneurs and content creators
Minimum Eligibility
Diploma/Graduate/Post Graduate in any discipline
Minimum 1 year work experience
75% minimum attendance required
Profile evaluation by institute
Who is the programme for?
Selection based on profile evaluation and meeting eligibility criteria. Requires diploma/degree with minimum 1 year work experience.
Important Dates
Selection process
How to apply?
Curriculum
The curriculum spans 13 comprehensive modules covering digital marketing fundamentals through advanced analytics and automation. Includes hands-on training, case studies, and capstone project.
There are 13 semesters in this course
The program features 13 modules progressively covering essential aspects of digital marketing. Content ranges from marketing basics to advanced topics like programmatic advertising and AI applications, concluding with a capstone project.
Module 1
This module introduces essential principles and practices of modern marketing. Students learn core marketing concepts, including market analysis, customer needs assessment, and marketing mix development. The course covers market segmentation, targeting strategies, product positioning, pricing approaches, distribution channels, and promotional tactics to create effective marketing strategies that deliver customer value.
Introduction to Marketing Management Process
Understanding the Consumer Journey
Mapping the Consumer Journey
Market Segmentation Process
Identifying Segments for Profitability and Target Marketing
Positioning Products and Services and Positioning Strategies
Understanding Customer Value
Communicating Value
Importance and Scope of Digital and Social Media Marketing
Module 2
This module introduces fundamental digital marketing concepts and practices. Students learn essential online marketing channels, tools, and techniques for business growth. The course covers website optimization, social media marketing, email campaigns, content creation, search engine marketing, and basic analytics to develop effective digital marketing strategies that reach and engage target audiences online.
Introduction to Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Landscape
Traditional vs Digital Marketing
Understanding Digital Business Models
Digital Marketing Strategy
Introduction to Search Engines for Marketing Applications
Introduction to Social Media Marketing
Online Reputation Management and Online Brands
Measuring and Evaluating Digital Campaigns
Module 3
This module explores how to create and deliver effective brand messages across communication channels. Students learn to develop consistent brand voice, visual identity, and messaging strategies. The course covers storytelling techniques, content strategy, channel selection, brand guidelines, and communication planning to build strong brand identity and meaningful customer connections across traditional and digital platforms.
Branding and Integrated Marketing Communication
Brands and Brand Management
Brand Equity
Managing Brands in the Long-run
Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)
Execution and Evaluation of IMC
Communication Techniques In Marketing Communication
Promotional Activities in Creating Awareness
Module 4
This module explores strategies for improving website visibility and ranking in search engine results. Students learn technical SEO principles, content optimization techniques, and search marketing approaches. The course covers keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, search analytics, local SEO, and performance tracking to enhance organic search visibility and drive qualified website traffic.
Search Engine Optimisation
Search Engine Results Pages (SERP)
Black Hat White Hat and Gray Hat SEO
Keyword Optimisation
On-page SEO
Off-page SEO
Module 5
This module explores strategies for effective paid search advertising campaigns. Students learn to create, manage, and optimize pay-per-click campaigns across search platforms. The course covers keyword selection, ad copywriting, bid management, campaign structure, audience targeting, quality score optimization, and ROI measurement to drive targeted traffic and conversions through paid search advertising.
Search Engine Marketing
Banner Advertisement Display Advertisement
Pay-Per-Click (PPC)
Bid and PPC Calculation
Module 6
This module explores data analysis techniques for measuring and improving website performance. Students learn to track user behavior, evaluate site metrics, and optimize digital campaigns using analytics tools. The course covers traffic analysis, conversion tracking, funnel optimization, A/B testing, goal setting, and reporting methods to make data-driven decisions that enhance website effectiveness and marketing ROI.
Website Creation and Management
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Setting up Accounts
Tracking and Reporting
Types of Triggers
Measuring Campaign Effectiveness
Module 7
This module examines major social media platforms and their marketing applications. Students learn to develop platform-specific strategies, create engaging content, and measure social media performance. The course covers content planning, community management, paid social advertising, influencer partnerships, and analytics across platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to build brand presence and drive engagement.
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Vehicles
Social Media Mix
Social Media Campaign Management
Platform-specific Marketing (Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube WhatsApp Snapchat Reddit Pinterest)
Mobile Marketing
Performance Marketing
Remarketing
Affiliate Marketing
Influencer Marketing
Content Marketing
Module 8
This module explores comprehensive digital marketing strategy development and implementation. Students learn to create integrated digital plans that align with business objectives and customer needs. The course covers digital ecosystem planning, channel selection, resource allocation, technology integration, and performance measurement to build effective online presence and achieve marketing goals across digital touchpoints.
Creating and Executing Digital Strategy
Crafting a Digital Strategy that Works
Integrating Digital Social and Mobile with Traditional Channels
Key Assumptions and Frameworks of Digital Strategy
Module 9
This module explores automated digital advertising buying and optimization strategies. Students learn to use programmatic platforms for targeted ad placement and real-time bidding. The course covers audience targeting, ad inventory selection, bid management, campaign automation, cross-channel optimization, and performance tracking to efficiently deliver targeted advertising at scale across digital channels.
Introduction to Programmatic Way of Digital Advertising
Marketing Automation To Engage Customers
Real-time Bidding
AI/ML Applications
Customer Lifecycle
Module 10
This module explores data analysis techniques for marketing decision-making. Students learn to collect, analyze, and interpret marketing data using analytical tools and methods. The course covers metrics tracking, performance measurement, predictive modeling, segmentation analysis, and reporting techniques to optimize marketing strategies and demonstrate ROI across campaigns and channels.
Digital Marketing Analytics
Predictive Analytics
Budget Allocation Decisions
Evaluating WOM Campaigns
Attribution Modelling
Social Listening and Analytics
CRM Analytics
Market Basket Analysis
NLP-based Tools for Sentiment Analysis
ML and AI Applications
Web Analytics
Module 11
This module examines strategies for designing and delivering exceptional customer experiences across touchpoints. Students learn to map customer journeys, identify pain points, and create seamless interactions. The course covers experience design principles, touchpoint optimization, voice of customer analysis, service blueprinting, and satisfaction measurement to build lasting customer relationships and brand loyalty.
Customer Experience Management in Digital Era
CRM vs Customer Experience Management
Customer Journey Mapping
Touchpoints and Moment of Truth
Brand Relationship Quality
Module 12
This module explores emerging marketing trends and technologies shaping the future of business. Students learn to identify and evaluate new marketing opportunities, technologies, and consumer behaviors. The course covers artificial intelligence applications, immersive technologies, privacy developments, sustainability marketing, and emerging platforms to prepare organizations for evolving market dynamics and digital innovation.
Digital Marketing and Road Ahead
Growth Hacking
Customer Relationship Management
Business-to-Business Marketing
Marketing of Services
New Product Development using Digital Platforms
Innovations in Digital Marketing
Module 13
This module requires students to develop and present a comprehensive marketing strategy project. Students apply their accumulated knowledge to create a detailed marketing plan for a real or simulated business challenge. The project includes market analysis, strategy development, implementation planning, budget allocation, and ROI projections. Students demonstrate mastery of marketing concepts through written documentation and professional presentation of their strategic recommendations.
Capstone Project
Programme Length
9-month program with flexible learning format
Tuition Fee
The total program fee is ₹176,000 plus applicable taxes, with installment options available
Fee Structure
Payment options
Learning Experience
Program delivery combines Direct-to-Device interactive learning with an 18-hour campus immersion. Features include simulations, workshops, and hands-on practices.
University Experience
IIM Visakhapatnam provides comprehensive support including alumni network access, industry connections, and participation in conferences and events across major cities.

About the University
Established in September 2015 by the Government of India, IIM Visakhapatnam is a new generation IIM located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The institute operates from a state-of-the-art facility in the Andhra University campus and has a permanent campus spanning 241 acres. Recognized as an Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act 2017, IIMV has consistently improved its national rankings and placement records.
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NIRF Ranking 2024
5
Total Programs
18.25 Lakhs
PGP Fee
Affiliation & Recognition
Indian Ministry of Education
Institute of National Importance
Association of Indian Universities
Career services
The Career Development Services at IIMV provides comprehensive placement support through industry partnerships and recruitment drives. The institution has maintained a perfect placement record for eight consecutive years. The placement process includes pre-placement talks, multiple rounds of interviews, and extensive industry interactions. In 2024, the institute witnessed participation from 177 companies across various sectors, with BFSI and IT/Consulting emerging as major recruiters.
100%
Placement Rate
43.25 LPA
Highest Package
15.61 LPA
Average Package
Whom you will learn from?
Learn from top industry experts who bring real-world experience and deep knowledge to every lesson. The instructors are dedicated to help you achieve your goals with practical insights and hands-on guidance.
Instructors
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Dr. Amit Shankar is a faculty member in the area of marketing at IIM Visakhapatnam. Prior to joining IIM Visakhapatnam, he was associated with IMT Ghaziabad, as an Assistant Professor. He has obtained his Ph.D. in Marketing from the IIT Kharagpur.
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Dr. Pankaj Viswakarma holds a Ph.D. degree from IIT Kharagpur. Prior to joining IIM Visakhapatnam, he worked as an Assistant Professor at FORE School of Management, New Delhi.
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Instructors
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Dr. Amit Shankar is a faculty member in the area of marketing at IIM Visakhapatnam. Prior to joining IIM Visakhapatnam, he was associated with IMT Ghaziabad, as an Assistant Professor. He has obtained his Ph.D. in Marketing from the IIT Kharagpur.
Assistant Professor, Marketing
Dr. Pankaj Viswakarma holds a Ph.D. degree from IIT Kharagpur. Prior to joining IIM Visakhapatnam, he worked as an Assistant Professor at FORE School of Management, New Delhi.
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Online with 3-day campus immersion
Marketing professionals with 1+ year experience
Hands-on training and practical applications