Markets & Management Studies Certificate
MARKETS.DUKE.EDU 140 SCIENCE DRIVE GROSS HALLÂ 110 DURHAM, NC 27701
Director's Note Beginning in July 2017, Martha Reeves assumed the role as Director of Markets and Management Studies. I have been teaching at Duke for about 16 years. Before arriving at Duke, I was a Program Director in Executive Education at The Kenan Flagler Business School at UNC and before that I taught business courses at the University of Georgia. I held various management positions at American Express in both England and the United States. When you join an organization, business or otherwise, the organization is likely to train you or instruct you in the way they do things. This is particularly true of consulting and banking. Because of this we want to provide students an opportunity to build skills that any employer would want that are not necessarily industry or company specific. These include the ability to think analytically and to use data, the ability to judge the merits of different ideas, communication skills (both written and oral), and the ability to work in team situations. These skills never go out of fashion. Our program provides a business education grounded in both practical applications and business theory.
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Martha Reeves seen here with one of our 2018 graduates
Our instructors have both business experience and deep knowledge in specific fields. I know that students are concerned about where they will end up after graduation. One thing I would like to say to all of them is to take advantage of what Duke has to offer, both in terms of courses and extra-curricular activities. And for seniors, don't worry so much. Everything will work out.
What is M&M?
Meet the largest certificate program at Duke! The Markets & Management Studies Certificate program began in 1990 to serve undergraduate students interested in business fields. Since that time, the certificate program has grown to be one of the largest and longest running certificates offered at Duke and attracts a wide range of students. The program's interdisciplinary nature allows students to combine practical business skills with various
other academic interests from across the university. The certificate will be different for all students as they can tailor the courses to their specific needs and interests. Students receiving the certificate are able to experience the more practical side of a business education, gleaning from the many years of corporate experiences from our program instructors.
Student Stories I was fortunate enough to know going into college freshman fall that I wanted to earn the MMS Certificate. As a result, I have taken a lot of MMS courses already, ranging from Global Cultures to International Business, and have enjoyed each and every one of them! I believe that all of my MMS professors have prepared me not only for this past summer [interning with Gruccio Financial Services] but for my future as a business professional. The most important lesson I learned from my experiences is that the world TRULY is yours! Destini Clark Public Policy and MMS 2018
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About Markets and Management
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT MARKETS AND MANAGEMENT Psych 15%
PoliSci 11% Sociology 13%
Other 25% Economics 16% PubPol 20%
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M&M averages over 400 students and represents over 30 different majors and minors. Students from our program may major in any subject. Many of our students major in: Public Policy, Economics, Psychology, and Sociology Some of the common fields our students go into post graduation are banking and finance, marketing, technology, and management.
Course Requirements CAPSTONE COURSE MMS 450
CORE COURSE
FULL CORE COURSE LISTING ON MARKETS.DUKE.EDU
ELECTIVES FULL ELECTIVE LIST ON MARKETS.DUKE.EDU
The capstone is one of the final courses you take in the program. The course serves as a way to apply all of the skills learned over the course of the certificate. Capstones include some form of a project or simulation.
M&M students choose two core courses. These core courses help to provide you with knowledge on everything from relevant business data analysis to understanding networks.
This is where you get to really make the certificate your own! We offer courses from over 25 different programs and departments. While the specific electives you select are up to you and your interests, we demonstrate some of the potential tracks to give you ideas.
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Potential Course Tracks SOME IDEAS OF WHAT YOU CAN DO...
Management and Leadership SOC 355: Organizations and Management
MMS 210: Managerial Effectiveness
SOC 347: Managing Networks
PUBPOL 298: Authentic Leadership
M&M has over 70 elective courses for students to choose from! You can combine these course in almost endless combinations to meet your interests and schedules. Here are a few ideas to see how you can outline your elective courses.
Marketing and Advertising MMS 380: Entrepreneurial Marketing
MMS 272: Marketing Across Borders
CA 170: Advertising and Society: Global Perspective
PSY 425: The Psychology of Consumers
While none of these are set tracks, this is a helpful way for you to see how many different avenues you can take the certificate.
Technology SOC 344: Technology and Organizations
PUBPOL 373: Intellectual Property: Law, Policy, and Practice
SOC 223: Data Analytics for Business
PUBPOL256: Social Innovation
Law and Policy PUBPOL 373: Intellectual Property: Law, Policy, and Practice
POLSCI 321: International Law and International Institutions
POLSCI 315S Political Economy of Financial Crises
ETHICS 301S: Business and Human Rights Advocacy Lab
Finance and Banking ECON 256: Practical Financial Markets MMS 370: Managerial Finance
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Finance and Banking Course 333 ECON 174: Financial Accounting Course 333 SOC 354: Getting Rich: Financial Markets, Household Course 444 Finance, and Wealth Course 555
Student Ambassadors: Mikaela Wellner When I arrived at Duke three years ago I expected most of my classes to follow the typical college framework: large lectures with limited personal interaction. Yet, to my pleasant surprise my Markets & Management classes could not have been more different. My sophomore year I took MMS 220: Marketing Management with Professor Lin and can positively say this class solidified my interest pursuing marketing after college. The class was relatively small which gave me the opportunity to participate in a way I was not able to in my larger intro lectures. It was also largely project based which let me interact with my classmates in smaller settings outside of the classroom. One of the most incredible aspects of this course, however, was the real life experience it offered me. Throughout the semester, in our smaller groups, we worked to pitch marketing plans to McKinney—an established advertising agency in Durham. We went on multiple site visits to tour the agency, learn what working at one would be like, and work directly with team members on proposing a new marketing strategy for the company.
M&M OFFERS A STUDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM WHERE A GROUP OF STUDENTS REPRESENT THE CERTIFICATE ACROSS CAMPUS. MIKAELA IS ONE OF OUR FIRST AMBASSADORS, AND SHE SHARES ABOUT HOW M&M HAS HELPED TO DEFINE HER CAREER GOALS.
McKinney had recently acquired a new client that was releasing its new bed in a box product. Our task was to incorporate this new client and product into McKinney’s marketing platform and optimize product introduction. This class was so valuable because it took what we learned in the classroom and introduced it into the real world. As someone who hopes to work in marketing after graduation, this experience was invaluable. This course is so unique because it provides experience that is not offered in many other Duke courses. My work from this course has also been so helpful when speaking to potential employers. It provided me with a level of experience I would have not otherwise had. My MMS classes at Duke have consistently been some of my favorite. The program offers a diverse range of focuses that let me pursue my interests in ways I hadn’t initially thought.
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Social Media Conference BEHIND THE SCENES OF MARKETS AND MANAGEMENT'S SPRING 2018 CONFERENCE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
In Spring of 2018, Markets and Management Studies hosted its social media conference Social Media: Behind the Scenes. M&M brought in various speakers from Duke and around the US who talked to students about influencer marketing, social media content planning, and personal branding. The two keynote speakers Gabrielle Delva and Nikki Jenkins who both work at Google in social media and influencer marketing. They were able to bring their expertise to students and offer insider knowledge about how complex marketing strategies work.
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Gabrielle Delva from google, seen here with students at the workshop she and Nikki Jenkins led on Bringing a Google Campaign to LIfe.
Attendees of the social media conference were able to participate in workshops from various speakers. One of the workshop leaders, John Andrews (right) is the CEO of Photofy and spoke to students on crowdsourcing and user generated content.
Also featured at the event was a panel of M&M students who offered practical tips they learned from working in social media. This panel (below) included: Anya Bali, Editor-inChief of DukeStudents; Zoe Bakker, Growth Marketing Manager at Adwerx; Mary Kate Weggeland, Director of Marketing for Nasher MUSE; and Kara Penn, Media Strategy Intern at McKinney and President of Duke Marketing Club (not shown).
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GLOBAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS #DUKEINGENEVA
The Duke in Geneva Program is co-directed by MMS Director Martha Reeves and Philosophy Professor Alex Rosenberg. It offers a 6 week immersive experience into international business and political philosophy of globalization.
Duke in Geneva students take several excursions during their trip abroad. Some of these include:Â the World Trade Organization, the United Nations High Commission for Refugees, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, and CERN.
Many of our students study in programs around the world, some of which are able to offer MMS credit! You can read about some of our students' international studies and travels through our Student Summers Blog series on our website!
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FAQs
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When may I enroll in the Markets & Management Studies program?
Students can register for Markets & Management courses during their freshman year but may not formally enroll. Sophomores and juniors who have officially declared their major can enroll in the Markets & Management program. Seniors may not enroll in the Markets & Management program. To enroll, visit: markets.duke.edu/certificate/apply/form
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Can I get course credit for a course for both my major and for the certificate?
Students may use up to 2 Markets & Management courses to satisfy the requirements of any major, minor, or other certificate program. Because of this, many M&M students are able to "double-count" courses to help them complete the certificate.Â
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What is the difference between a certificate and a minor?
Certificate programs are analogous to a minor, but they are interdisciplinary in nature. There is usually more structure to a certificate than a minor. Most certificate programs include 1 or more core courses and a capstone or introductory course. Also, most certificate programs require 6 or more courses; many minors require 5 courses
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Meet our alumni! M&M HAS OVER 4,000 ALUMNI WORKING ALL ACROSS THE GLOBE IN VARIOUS INDUSTRIES. HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF OUR RECENT ALUMNI!
Blake Seymour Class of 2008 | Psychology and MMS Currently working as a Senior Financial Analyst for Procter and Gamble
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Alejandro Bolívar-Cervoni Class of 2013 | Public Policy, Latin American Studies Certificate, and MMS Currently working in Product Marketing at Capital One
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Staff & Team Members THE AWESOME PEOPLE BEHIND THE CERTIFICATE
MARTHA REEVES
DEB REISINGER
Program Director martha.reeves@duke.edu
Assistant Director des.reisinger@duke.edu
BONNIE DOWNEY
HALEY WARREN
Program Coordinator bwilson@soc.duke.edu
Communications Specialist haley.warren@duke.edu
Ready to apply? Eligible students can apply at: markets.duke.edu/certificate/apply/form
Connect with Us! Facebook: @dukemarkets Twitter: @duke_mms_cert LinkedIn group: Duke Markets & Management Web: markets.duke.edu Office: Gross Hall 110 140 Science Dr. Durham, NC 27701
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