All Pathways

In this pathway, you learn digital marketing strategies including social media management, online advertising, and data analytics for modern business environments. You study consumer behavior, content creation, retail marketing techniques, and website analytics while developing skills in campaign planning and measurement. This pathway prepares you for industry certifications and careers in digital marketing, social media management, and online business.

Course Sequence

Marketing I

Marketing II

Digital Marketing

CPCC ARTICULATED CREDIT

Articulated credit is earned as a result of a student passing the designated CMS CTE course(s) with a final letter grade of a B or higher AND a score of 93 or higher on the NC administered end of course exam. In some cases students must show proficiency in multiple courses plus a certification in order to receive articulated credit. In some cases, there are options. Be sure to pay attention to the AND and OR statements. College articulated courses DO NOT show on a high school or college transcript. These courses, if the criteria is met, will be waived from the applicable program of study through Central Piedmont Community College.

Adobe Visual

GRD 151 Computer Design Basics

Industry Certification

Google Analytics

CIW Social Media Strategist

This certification validates skills in developing and implementing effective social media marketing strategies across digital platforms.

Business of Retail Certified Specialist

This training equips students with advanced knowledge in store operations, merchandising, marketing, and retail management while understanding profit models, regulations, and career planning in retail.


List of schools

iMeck at Cochrane


College and Career Promise

Career & College Promise Dual Enrollment gives eligible North Carolina high school students the opportunity to get a “jump start” and earn college credit toward a two-year or four-year degree at Central Piedmont while still in high school. Tuition free. Click here to learn more.

What Should I Do Next?

Take the Junior Achievement Career Quiz here.

Talk to the Pathway Development Coordinator or Counselor at your school!