Programme Overview
Highlights
In addition to introducing the basic evergreen principles of running successful digital campaigns, the programme also helps students understand the new tools, trends, and best practices that digital marketers should be aware of.
Programme Details
Programme structure
Overview of Digital and Social Media Marketing
- Roles of digital marketing and social media in marketing
- Latest trends in digital and social media marketing
- Rising opportunities in AI for content creation and data analytics
- 360 degree multi-channel communications
- Changes in consumer journey and customer engagement
- Customer segmentation and customer persona
- Integration among paid, earned and owned media
The Tools
- The landscape of digital and social media marketing channels
- Search Engine Optimization
- Search Engine Marketing and Google Ads
- Native Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Mobile Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
Digital Campaign Design and Optimization
- Formulating objectives and defining target audience
- Budget planning
- Role of data, metrics, KPI in digital marketing
Assessment
Assessment will be based on a group project presentation.
Award
"Executive Certificate in Digital and Social Media Marketing" will be awarded within the HKU System through HKU SPACE to those who have successfully completed the assessment and attended at least 70% of classes.
TEACHER PROFILE
Mr Roger Kan
VP, Strategic Partnerships Director, APAC
Cosmose, Inc.
Roger Kan, VP of Global Strategic Partnerships at Cosmose Inc, boasts 13 years of APAC experience, spearheading award-winning digital projects in digital marketing, e-Commerce, and mobile applications. He actively engages in industry conferences, webinars, and IAB committees, contributing to cooperative training initiatives. Noteworthy accolades include the Outstanding Contributor Award from IAB Hong Kong and The Most Promising Partner Award from Oppo Mobile Telecommunications Corp, along with Mob-Ex Gold for K11 Concepts' innovative Anti-Pandemic campaign. Additionally, his projects have garnered recognition at The MARKies Awards for Best Use of Digital Solution, Technology, and O2O Strategy.
Beyond industry involvement, Roger is deeply committed to education, leveraging his expertise to teach and design digital marketing courses. With a Master’s in Electronic Commerce and Internet Computing from the University of Hong Kong and a Bachelor’s in Statistics and Economics from the University of Toronto, he brings a solid academic foundation to his role. Moreover, his certifications in Google Analytics, HubSpot, CEC ™ Certified E-Commerce Consultant, PMP® ensure that students are equipped with the latest tools and insights in the dynamic field of digital marketing.
* Lecturers are subject to change based on his/ her availability.
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Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Class dates and times:
SESSION |
DATE |
TIME |
01 | Dec 03, 2024 (Tue) |
7:00 pm-10:00 pm |
02 | Dec 10, 2024 (Tue) | |
03 | Dec 17, 2024 (Tue) | |
04 | Dec 23, 2024 (Mon) | |
05 | Jan 07, 2025 (Tue) | |
06 | Jan 14, 2025 (Tue) | |
07 | Jan 21, 2025 (Tue) | |
08 | Jan 27, 2024 (Mon) | |
09 | Feb 18, 2024 (Tue) | |
10 | Feb 25, 2024 (Tue) |
- The programme team reserves the right to change the above timetable if necessary
- All classes are subject to sufficient enrolment
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$150 (Non-refundable)
Course Fee- Course Fee : HK$6,000
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall hold:
(a) a bachelor's degree awarded by a recognized university or equivalent, or
(b) an associate degree/ a higher diploma or equivalent, and have at least 2 years of work experience, or
(c) possess relevant professional qualifications.
Applicants with other qualifications and substantial work experience will be considered on individual merit.
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Enrolment MethodOnline Enrolment
HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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Complete the online application form
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Pay the application or programme/course fees by either using:
"PPS by Internet" - You will need a PPS account and a PPS Internet password. For information on how to open a PPS account and how to set up a PPS Internet password, please visit http://www.ppshk.com.
*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
In Person / Mail
For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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Award-bearing and professional courses may require other information. Forms are usually available at the enrolment centres or on request from programme staff. Bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
Please note the followings for programme/course enrollment:
- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
- Only Early Bird Discount is supported for Online Applicants (Application). To enjoy other types of discount, please visit one of our enrolment centres.
- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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