Internet Marketing Certificate Programs

Posted on | January 11, 2009 | Comments Off

Internet Marketing Certificate Programs

I am currently enrolled at The Art Institute Of Pitt Online, but I need to work, would it be good if I…?

Ok. I’m starting classes at AIO April 6th for graphic design bs. BUT. I was considering also enrolling at Ashworth College for their Internet Marketing program. From what I understand, its a certificated program, but would it be a wise choice if I did do it? That way I could work with the Internet Marketing Certificate while in art school? I’m trying to get a better job before I graduate. I kept my 1 month old son in mind while coming up with this plan…
Originally I was going to attend the Art Institute of Atlanta, but moving isn’t an option right now. Im only doing online classes at AIO until I can move closer to the actual campus.

Online schools kind of have a bad reputation. I’m not too sure about Ashworth College I’ve never heard of it but it looks like a continuation/ adult training school. If I were you, I would honest pick neither. You can probably learn what you need to by yourself without spending your time and money. I think a better choice would be to pick business that does the kind of work that you want to do in the future and try to work with them. Find a PR agency or a marketing firm and try to get a job/internship with them and then when you have the time and money go to an accredited tradional college after you go to community college (and take online classes there if you need to). A lot of times a business like that will accommodate you while you are going to school.

Addtional response,
The Art Institute is a good choice. Save your money and effort and wait to go there. In the mean time get a job a place like I suggested above. Even if it is a distribution or driving or mail room job. Imagine how your ideal future employer would view your resume if you say I worked in the industry in the mail room and then worked my way through art college vs. I worked at McDonald’s and I have an online degree.

Heather Baker on DePaul CPE’s practical Internet marketing certificate program

Internet Marketing: Government Holds Open The Door For Women

Women in the U.S. with fledgling Internet marketing businesses can obtain government assistance online to help their business grow.

Sometimes it seems that the world of Internet business is an entirely separate world from that of brick-and-mortar business. However, to the government all legitimate small businesses are equal. There are a wealth of publicly funded resources available to the female online entrepreneur. The question is, how to find them?

A good place to start the quest is at the Small Business Administration’s “MyBIZ for Women” site (http://www.sba.gov/women/). If you are just starting out in business they have materials that can help you focus your business plan and keep realistic expectations. If your online venture is getting serious and needs to grow, there are links to sources of funding from various loan programs. You may be able to find one that fits your situation.

Another excellent resource for women’s business information is the National Women’s Business Council (http://www.nwbc.gov/faq.html), with up-to-date news on programs for women in business. Examples include mentorship programs where women can gain business skills from experienced entrepreneurs, and certification programs that let you prove your business is woman-owned to help obtain funding.

The Department of Labor also maintains a website dedicated to “Women’s Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century” at (http://www.women-21.gov/). While it doesn’t appear to be the “one-stop shop for resources” that it’s front page claims, there are some very useful articles and links to be found within.

According to the S.B.A., woman-owned small businesses are being started at twice the average rate for all businesses! If you’re an American businesswoman looking for a little support, you may be surprised at the amount offered by Uncle Sam.

About the Author

Daniel Detlaf is a lifelong student and one-time Day Trader with a few things to say about internet marketing. Visit the home of his ebook “Make An Honest Living” at: http://www.makeanhonestliving.com

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