Why MBA in Digital Marketing is the Perfect Path to Elevate Your Career

Sumridhi
Sumridhi Gulati
Assistant Manager
4 mins readUpdated on Apr 10, 2025 12:15 IST

In the ever-evolving world of business, Digital Marketing has become the driving force behind brand success and customer engagement. As brands compete in a digital-first economy, businesses need innovators who can craft compelling digital experiences, drive consumer engagement and boost conversions. Hence, the demand for skilled digital marketers is at an all-time high. In such a scenario, an MBA in Digital Marketing can offer you a way to a dynamic and rewarding career, equipping you with cutting-edge strategies, data-driven insights and AI-powered tools to create impactful marketing campaigns. 

Table of contents
  • The Future of Marketing - Why This Specialization Matters?
  • Introducing MBA Digital Marketing at Chandigarh University
  • Cutting-Edge Curriculum Aligned with Industry Needs
  • Applied Learning through Advanced Infrastructure
  • Global and National Placement Opportunities
  • Distinguished Faculty and Leadership Development
  • Graduates of MBA Digital Marketing program can pursue diverse roles across industries, such as:
  • Some of the Top potential Recruiters include:
  • Student and Department Achievements
  • Why Choose Chandigarh University for Your MBA in Digital Marketing?
  • Conclusion
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The Future of Marketing - Why This Specialization Matters? 

From e-commerce and tech startups to banking and healthcare, every industry needs digital marketing professionals. Also, with businesses going digital-first, this field offers high-growth career opportunities in Top MNCs & Startups across the globe. Digital marketing allows businesses to target audiences globally and at a lower cost compared to traditional marketing. With the vast majority of present-day Marketing being powered by big data, AI and automation, this MBA specialization teaches you to leverage Google Analytics, AI tools, customer and much more insights to make data-backed marketing decisions that enhance ROI. 

Ranked #36 in Management by NIRF, Chandigarh University offers a two-year specialized MBA program in Digital Marketing.  

Introducing MBA Digital Marketing at Chandigarh University 

CU’s MBA Digital Marketing is an application-based, highly focused holistic MBA program that is meticulously crafted to cover the most career-oriented and emerging domains in the marketing industry. By combining the strength of Analytics, Automation and AI, an MBA in Digital Marketing from Chandigarh University prepares students for a career which is future-ready to tackle real-time marketing challenges of the digital realm. 

Q:   Is Chandigarh University good for B.Sc Biotechnology?
A:

Yes, Chandigarh University is a good choice for B.Sc. biotechnology. According to NIRF ranking 2024, Chandigarh University (CU) has earned 20 positions for the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Biotechnology course. Chandigarh University provides good education with decent faculty. It also provides you scholarships on the basis of online exam, CUCET. Overall, it's a good choice.

Q:   Is Chandigarh University good for going abroad?
A:

Yes, Chandigarh University can be considered a good option to go abroad since it has tie-ups with more than colleges in 65 countries. The university provides the opportunity which allows a student to complete an initial part of degree (1 or 2 years) at Chandigarh University and transfer to Foreign Country to complete their degree from a foreign University. The benefits of te course and this opportunity is as follows:

  • Foreign tuition fee is decreased to up to 50% as the initial part of course is done at CU. Also, the possibilities of scholarships is very high.
  • Some universities have relaxed the entry criteria (IELTS/ GRE/ GMAT waived off) for candidates who opt for ICTS
  • Part-time job is allowed for students for up to 20 hours per week providing financial stability to the students
  • Working visa rights abroad after graduation of 1-3 years
  • High visa success rate 

Some of the UG and PG courses for which the same assistance is offered at CU include:

  • UG courses: BBA/ BCOM.BCA, CSE, Civil engineering, HHM, Mechanical Engr., Electrical Engr.,   Journalism, Film and TV Studies, Agriculture, Biotechnology
  • PG courses: MBA, MCOM, MCA, Masters in engineering, Master of Professional Studies in Information Technology (MPS)
Q:   Is it worth pursuing MBA at Chandigarh University?
A:
Chandigarh University is a great learning hub that provides various programs. The faculty is learned with elaborate experience in their specific domains. The university provides ample exposure necessary for students all round development. Also, the university has one of the best campuses in the area. It offers contemporary programs like MBA with dynamic syllabi which is essential to survive in the corporate world. Here practical knowledge along with subjective knowledge is also kept in mind catering to overall development of the student. It becomes very essential for one's competitive career when it comes to post graduation. We wisely look for best possible opportunities with proper research for our master's. Chandigarh University is one of the right places for pursuing MBA. Here students can fully know their potential and decide right career opportunities for them. They are nurtured in a right way for future prospects. CU is one of the top universities in India offering extravagant placement opportunities for graduates as well as post graduates. Top notch companies visit CU every year for placement drives conducted for different fields. Talking about MBA placement opportunities, with relevant specialisation comes with relentless job opportunities. One can enter research feild, chose academics etc. CU conducts a fair placement drive with national as well as international firms involved for the placement drives. Students specialised areas are keenly identified from initial stages till finalization of the placement which finally culminates into long run corporate relationships to work with.

Key Features of MBA Digital Marketing at Chandigarh University 

Cutting-Edge Curriculum Aligned with Industry Needs 

Unlike conventional MBA programs, this postgraduate program integrates strategies and tools in the fields of Social Media Marketing, E-mail marketing, and PPC advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Web development, Public relations and more. Moreover, this PG course follows the National Education Policy (NEP-2020). 

Choice of Electives 

With different electives available, this PG program in management enables students to pursue their areas of interests and hone their skills accordingly for a specific domain. Following are the available specializations: 

  • Marketing 
  • Finance 
  • HR 
  • Analytics 

Applied Learning through Advanced Infrastructure 

The state-of-the-art Labs, interactive classrooms and GD rooms for professional development foster hands-on learning and further blend theoretical learning with practical experience. 

Global and National Placement Opportunities 

With an impressive placement record, Chandigarh University exposes you to a wide array of opportunities, from internships with companies like Walt Disney, to premium placements at MNCs such as Deloitte, Amazon, etc. In the last session, CU hosted over 900 MNCs for campus placements and generated 9000+ placement offers with 28 LPA as the highest placement package for an MBA graduate. 

Q:   Is there any need to give JEE Main to get Chandigarh University?
A:

No, JEE Main is not compulsory for BTech admission at Chandigarh University. The admission is completely possible without a score of JEE Main. The university conducts its own CUCET entrance exam and students are selected based on their score in the respective entrance exam. Those who fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria for this course and apply via a valid score of CUCET have a high chance to get admission to BTech at Chandigarh University. However, candidates can avail the scholarship benefits of Chandigarh University with their JEE Main score/ rank.

Distinguished Faculty and Leadership Development 

Apart from the impressive student-faculty ratio, CU’s AIT-Management incorporates highly qualified faculty members with extensive experience in both academia and industry. Also, CU’s various initiatives such as Faculty Development Program (FDP), International Faculty Exchange Program (IFEP), often witness distinguished academicians from across the globe coming to CU to mentor and teach the students.  

Professional Scope 

Graduates of MBA Digital Marketing program can pursue diverse roles across industries, such as: 

  • Digital Marketing Strategist 
  • Digital Marketing Manager 
  • E-commerce Manager 
  • Social Media Manager and Analyst 
  • Content Marketing Manager 
  • Digital Advertising Analyst 
  • Email Marketing Manager 
  • Brand Manager 
  • Market Research Analyst 
  • Advertising Manager 
  • Public Relations Manager 

Some of  the Top potential Recruiters include: 

  • Tata Technologies 
  • Google LLC 
  • Hootsuite Inc. 
  • HubSpot Inc. 
  • Microsoft Corp. 
  • Amazon Web Services 
  • X Corp. 
  • Gaggle AMP 

Student and Department Achievements 

From moving up the NIRF Rankings each year consistently, to hosting record-breaking number of companies for campus placements, CU’s MBA in Digital Marketing continues to propel graduates towards progressive and empowering careers: 

  • Internships at global firms and placements in leadership positions at top firms. 
  • Regular industry events, conferences, industry, visits, etc.  

Why Choose Chandigarh University for Your MBA in Digital Marketing? 

Ranked #1 as India’s Top Private University by QS Asia 2025, Chandigarh University (CU) is renowned as one of the top universities in India for a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Following are some of the reasons that distinguish CU from other HEIs: 

  • Global Recognition: Chandigarh University is one of the few universities in India to offer NBA accredited MBA. Also, its Business & Management division is ranked #401-450 globally by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. Apart from it, CU has 515+ collaborations in 100+ countries.  
  • Infrastructure and Facilities: Ranked #36 among India’s top Management Institution by NIRF, CU has an AICTE-certified clean & green campus that offers State-of-the-art infrastructure facilities, Ai-augmented Fin-Labs, smart classrooms and much more.  
  • All-inclusive Support: From merit-based or sports scholarships to international articulation (2+2) programs or seed money for startups, the university ensures all-inclusive support for student growth.  
  • Advanced Credit Program & More: Advanced Credit Programs offering 3-Level Certifications and skill enhancement as per NEP 2020.

Conclusion  

As the industry across the globe continues its shift towards digital, the demand for professionals with specialized knowledge in digital marketing is at an all-time high. The MBA in Digital Marketing from Chandigarh University magnifies your professional potential.  

 

Note: The views expressed in this article are of Chandigarh University and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha

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