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Digital Marketing Strategies: Data, Automation, AI & Analytics

Adapt to Evolving Consumer Behavior in The Modern Digital World

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Is your marketing keeping up with digital-centric consumer behaviors?

The proliferation of new technologies such as mobile, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) have transformed customer behavior and disrupted marketplaces — both for B2B and B2C markets. As a result, our marketing practices must also evolve. Digital Marketing Strategies: Data, Automation, AI & Analytics is much more than marketing through digital channels.
In this online program, business leaders, managers, and marketing professionals will learn how modern marketing is powered by data, scaled by automation, and optimized by analytics.

52%

More than half of consumers express frustration with receiving irrelevant communications and offers.
SOURCE: 3RADICAL

#1

Artificial intelligence is the most impactful new technology among CEOs for the third year running.
SOURCE: GARTNER

1 in 3

More than one-third of marketers express concern over challenges, such as maximizing performance across channels (38%), segmenting and targeting audiences (32%), and scaling programs, content, and personalization (31%).
SOURCE: ORACLE AND ASCEND2

Kellogg is ranked No. 1 among business schools for marketing education, according to the U.S. News & World Report, 2025.

Hear From The Faculty

Watch the video to learn how this program can help advance your career in digital marketing with AI.

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    Live Session with Faculty

    This session introduces customer journey mapping as a foundation for effective digital marketing. Learn why aligning content with customer intent drives engagement, and explore real-world applications, governance strategies and AI-assisted insights for mapping success.

    Note: Live session details are not final. They are subject to change and may evolve based on faculty insights.

    Key Takeaways

    To master modern marketing, you will create strategies to support better business decisions and gain the skills to identify when, where and why customers choose your product or service. By the end of the program, you will be able to:

    • Go beyond traditional marketing practices and understand the digital world your customers inhabit.

    • Align your marketing efforts with today’s digital-savvy customer through a clearer comprehension of digital-centric customer behaviors.

    • Discover how to evolve your marketing by incorporating data, analytics, and optimization techniques for improved decision-making.

    • Learn from other companies using new marketing technologies to inform their marketing and gain organizational efficiencies.

    Who Is This Program For?

    Business managers and leaders who are responsible for driving innovation and growth, as well as seasoned marketing practitioners, will gain a practical understanding of what modern marketing practice looks like from an organizational perspective. If your role includes attracting and retaining customers in some way or delivering products and services, there's something useful in this online program for you.

    If managing a marketing team falls under your responsibility, this program will be especially appropriate, as it takes a high-level strategic view.

    Participants come from a wide range of industries that include retail, telecommunications, hospitality, global shipping, technology, automotive, manufacturing, and others.

    Program Topics

    Go beyond traditional marketing practices to learn how top brands are applying cutting-edge AI, automation, and customer journey mapping to make better decisions and gain efficiencies.

    Understand customer expectations and learn about the five marketing transformation lanes

    • Customer Expectations in a Digital World

    • Marketing Transformation as a Journey

    • Laying out the Framework: 5 Marketing Transformation Lanes

    Learn about the nature of customer insight through social data, as well as map the customer experience.

    • Customer Insights: Deductive and Inductive

    • Ethnography

    • Customer Experience Mapping

    • Human Factors Research

    • Social Data Mining

    • MotiveScapes

    • AI in Customer Insight

    Study the fundamentals of customer segmentation and how to select target markets based on behavior and responses.

    • A Priori vs. Response-based Segmentation

    • Segmentation Process Overview (Hypothesize, Quantify, Validate/Describe)

    • Behavioral Marketing and Automated Behavioral Marketing

    Find out where your customers are in their relationship with your brand and learn how to create new ways to engage and inform.

    • Customer Journey Mapping

    • Improving Customer Experience with ERRC Grid (Eliminate, Raise, Reduce, Create)

    • Content Management Process

    • Creating Content Hubs

    Understand how to engage with impactful and thoughtful stories to connect customers with your brand and values.

    • Structure of Storytelling

    • Transmedia Storytelling

    • Storytelling Campaign Design

    Explore the end-to-end process of designing and executing digital campaigns, and learn how marketing automation software helps to optimize the effectiveness of your marketing strategy.

    • Campaign strategy

    • Steps for implementation

    • Measuring, monitoring, and adjusting campaign execution

    • Automating the campaign process with AI and machine learning

    Learn how to leverage testing and experimentation to maximize the performance of your marketing activities.

    • Marketing attribution models

    • The marketing attribution process

    • Experimentation for continuous improvement

    • The role of technology in testing and experimentation

    Learn about software applications that can save time and increase productivity while still effectively engaging customers and managing relationships.

    • Marketing Automation

    • AI Applications and Customer Lifecycle (Understand, Reach, Attract, Convert, Engage)

    Applied Learning Opportunity

    Let's put these theories to work in practice. Throughout this program, you will work on a Marketing Transformation Challenge. You will identify a business challenge that you would like to solve with a marketing solution. Ideally it's a solution that you could apply in a real-life situation, making the exercise inherently practical.

    Pathway to Becoming an Executive Scholar

    Participants who successfully complete the Digital Marketing Strategies: Data, Automation, AI & Analytics program will accrue points towards becoming an esteemed Kellogg Executive Scholar; a unique credential that provides you the opportunity to customize your pathway to achieve your professional development goals.

    Kellogg’s expansive program offerings allow you to build a variety of competencies that focus on practical application. More than about learning to lead, the path to becoming an Executive Scholar is about leading through learning.

    Industry Examples

    AT&T
    AT&T

    Using the Customer Journey Map, learn how AT&T was able to address customers' uneasy feelings about technology overload when entering stores and turn it into a positive, personalized in-store experience.

    FedEx
    FedEx

    Explore how FedEx uses a Pinterest board to humanize its business by showcasing stories of the people who deliver packages.

    Google
    Google

    Analyze the structure of brand storytelling through the lens of Google India's "Reunion" commercial, a spot which has nearly 15 million views to date.

    P&G
    P&G

    Learn how P&G addressed the 3 most articulated pain points of dentists by creating a website that offers continuing education, the latest dental research, and tools for practice management — instead of sending sales people to their offices.

    Whole Foods
    Whole Foods

    Learn how Whole Foods leverages artificial intelligence (AI) for customer insights and a deeper understanding of product choice.

    The Honest Company
    The Honest Company

    Explore how The Honest Company executed - and ultimately improved - its A/B testing and marketing experimentation using Google Ads drafts and experiments features.

    Note: All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.

    Participant Testimonials

    "I thought the program videos were fantastic. I'm impressed by the availability via office hours of the program leaders. The program gave me a great foundation for further learning and research, and a...
    Trey Muhlhauser
    Vice President & Director of Digital Marketing, FÁS
    "Content was very interesting but bringing it to life with examples makes it very impactful. I enjoyed the range of examples in the later sections. Also, the case studies were very good in challenging...
    Carlos Dortrait
    Vice President - Head of Marketing & Commercial Excellence, U.S., Actelion
    "This program has changed and evolved my perspectives about digital marketing. I learned that it goes beyond creating or managing content, ads or campaigns through digital and social channels. The bes...
    Ahmad El Madi
    Operations Development Manager, Metrobite Trading
    Brand storytelling was the highlight for me — especially learning how to weave it into the marketing mix. I also particularly loved the emphasis on staying agile and moving fast and more targeted, rat...
    Casey Canevari, MTA
    Senior Manager Global Trade Development,
    Brand USA
    I think the weekly dosage of material is well designed for people who work full-time jobs — not too much, not too little. The subjects are challenging, and there’s a lot of information packed in each ...
    Claudine Viguri
    Chevrolet Advertising Supervisor,
    General Motors De Mexico
    Along with the impactful program itself, the best parts were Professor Mohanbir Sawhney’s powerful lectures and the invaluable office hours with our program leaders, Abdul Dremali and Edmund Sefton. T...
    Katie Martonffy
    Client Care Specialist,
    Turtlewins
    This program is organized in a clear and efficient manner and focuses on the most important transformational aspects of marketing today. I couldn’t be more glad I took this program as it will immediat...
    Julie Vance
    Assoc. Dir., Product Marketing,
    Verizon
    The best part was the knowledge that Professor Mohanbir Sawhney and Program Facilitator Abdul Dremali brought to the class as digital marketing experts. It is one thing to be knowledgeable in theory, ...
    Rosalind Bell
    Chief Marketing Officer,
    T.D. Jakes Group
    The program’s content and method of learning made it highly effective. Its clear structure and deadlines, like time for a school project, helped me stay on track and complete activities.
    Liliana de la Riva
    Supervisor,
    General Motors
    I really liked Professor Mohanbir Sawhney. He has a way of speaking that really exudes competency and commands attention. When we got into specifics, his style was fantastic.
    Shawn Bushouse
    Founder,
    Nestlé health science
    I really enjoyed the self-paced approach. I don’t have much time to sit down and consume a ton of content at once, so the bite-sized videos and assignments made it very easy.
    Michelle O'Connor
    VP, marketing
    The Suddath Companies
    The real-life scenarios, articles and tools provided by the professors were extremely valuable. I also appreciated the introduction to concepts that helped improve how we view modern marketing, includ...
    Jessica Espinosa
    Patient Navigator & Marketing coordinator,
    Old Irving Park Community Clinic
    The final module was, as expected, a look forward on how digital marketing can leverage AI to improve across several areas and, most importantly, to build more significant connections with customers.
    Alvaro Peypouquet
    Customer Marketing Sr Mgr,
    Coca-Cola

    Program Faculty

    MOHANBIR SAWHNEY
    MOHANBIR SAWHNEY

    Associate Dean for Digital Innovation; McCormick Foundation Chair of Technology; Clinical Professor of Marketing; Director of the Center for Research in Technology and Innovation

    Professor Sawhney is a globally-recognized scholar, teacher, consultant, and speaker in business innovation, modern marketing, and enterprise analytics. He has written seven m...

    Certificate

    Certificate

    Upon successful completion of the program, Kellogg Executive Education grants a verified digital certificate of completion to participants. This program is graded as a pass or fail; participants must receive 80% to pass and obtain the certificate of completion.

    After successful completion of the program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Kellogg Executive Education.

    Note: This online certificate program does not grant academic credit or a degree from Kellogg School of Management.

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    FAQs

    How do I know if this program is right for me?

    After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the program brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.

    Are there any prerequisites for this program?

    Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page, as well as in the program brochure. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above. Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.

    What is the typical class profile?

    More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.

    What other dates will this program be offered in the future?

    Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.

    How much time is required each week?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.

    How will my time be spent?

    We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:

    • Engaging with recorded video lectures from faculty

    • Attending webinars and office hours, as per the specific program schedule

    • Reading or engaging with examples of core topics

    • Completing knowledge checks/quizzes and required activities

    • Engaging in moderated discussion groups with your peers

    • Completing your final project, if required

    The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.

    What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?

    More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programs said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded. All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the program delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the program in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course. A dedicated program support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.

    How do I interact with other program participants?

    Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.

    What are the requirements to earn the certificate?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life. This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the program brochure. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.

    What type of certificate will I receive?

    Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile. The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.

    Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?

    No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

    Do I receive alumni status after completing this program?

    No, there is no alumni status granted for this program. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the program brochure.

    How long will I have access to the learning materials?

    You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 24 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

    What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?

    Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.

    Do I need to be online to access the program content?

    Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device. Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.

    Can I still register if the registration deadline has passed?

    Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.

    What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?

    The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page and usually referenced in the program brochure as well.

    • Flexible payment options are available (see details below as well as at the top of this program web page next to FEE).

    • Tuition assistance is available for participants who qualify. Please email

      learner.success@emeritus.org.

    What if I don’t have a credit card? Is there another method of payment accepted?

    Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.

    I was not able to use the discount code provided. Can you help?

    Yes! Please email us with the details of the program you are interested in, and we will assist you.

    How can I obtain an invoice for payment?

    Please email us your invoicing requirements and the specific program you’re interested in enrolling in.

    Is there an option to make flexible payments for this program?

    Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.

    How can I obtain a W9 form?

    Please connect with us via email for assistance.

    Who will be collecting the payment for the program?

    Emeritus collects all program payments, provides learner enrollment and program support, and manages learning platform services.

    Are there any restrictions on the types of funding that can be used to pay for the program?

    Program fees for Emeritus programs with Kellogg Executive Education may not be paid for with (a) funds from the GI Bill, the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Act of 2008, or similar types of military education funding benefits or (b) Title IV financial aid funds.

    What is the program refund and deferral policy?

    For the program refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.

    Financing Options

    Climb Credit*

    We offer financing options with our partner, Climb Credit*. Click here to learn more.

    *Applicable for US Residents

    Flexible Payment Options For All

    Flexible payment options allow you to pay the program fee in installments. Click here to see payment schedule.

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