What you will study
With UCM’s multidisciplinary Web Media certificate, you’ll get a great deal of valuable
information in just a few classes. Learn foundational skills before you take a couple
of electives in art and design, communication or technology and gain valuable skills
that include:
- Web design and coding, using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Visual content development for websites, social media sites and other platforms
- Adding video, podcasts and other digital content to web platforms
- Writing textual content to promote or complement your aesthetic designs
Learn in small classes for big impact
The goal for all courses in the Web Media certificate is to help you understand how
to create meaningful interactions in a progressively digital world. No matter the
course, you’ll enjoy small class sizes of 15–20 students, which allows for interaction
with your peers and with UCM faculty who have industry experience and research interests
that may align with your pursuits for expert guidance. Some classes may even be shared
with your UCM major, reducing your time and financial investments for maximum value.
Excellence in Web Media
- UCM’s Art programs, which are a critical component of our Web Media certificate, are
accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) — and
have been since 1986 — for your assurance in receiving a high-quality education.
Unique learning opportunities in web media
As you get a behind-the-scenes view of what makes websites look and work how they
do, you’ll get hands-on in your learning at the University of Central Missouri. As
you study to create graphic and written content, you’ll enjoy these UCM experiences
and resources:
- Interactive classes: Analyze and provide feedback on your peers’ web projects — and get this valuable input
on yours — so that you can improve and grow. Even when completing courses online for
our Web Media certificate, you’ll still enjoy this interaction and a high level of
discussion.
- Access to modern tools: Make use of UCM’s modern computer labs that offer Adobe Creative Cloud and other software
you’ll need to learn and complete projects. Continue your work at home when you take
advantage of our major software license agreement and install necessary software to
your personal computer — at no cost.
- Student associations: Participate in one of UCM’s student associations to make connections that can benefit
you — personally and professionally. Find support from fellow students pursuing the
same or a similar career path when you join organizations specific to marketing, visual
arts, graphic arts and other disciplines.
What can you do with a certificate in Web Media from UCM?
With a Web Media certificate from the University of Central Missouri, you’ll gain
in-demand digital, design and written skills that can help you:
- Enhance your value to your existing employer
- Gain an edge in the job market as you apply for entry-level jobs with small to midsize
businesses or nonprofits that need individuals with these skills
- Market yourself as a freelancer to these organizations and others
- Launch your own business
- Join and modernize the family business
Understanding your opportunities with a Web Media certificate
You’ll have the support and resources of UCM to help you understand your opportunities
and apply for jobs. Seek the advice of our multidisciplinary faculty or engage with
our Career Services Center staff to develop your resume. You can also use the interactive
tool below for a look at the types of opportunities that await you.
Financial assistance options for your Web Media certificate
Ensure your ability to effectively market your business and yourself with a Web Media
certificate from the University of Central Missouri. To help you get this valuable,
high-quality training, UCM offers some of the nation’s lowest tuition rates. We have
also been recognized by LendEDU for low student debt and offer various means to help
finance your education, including loans and grants. If you’re also pursuing an undergraduate degree, you
may qualify for various scholarships.
Search for scholarships related to your UCM major
UCM and our generous supporters, including alumni, offer scholarships to assist our
degree-seeking students. You can learn more about program-specific opportunities with
the UCM Scholarship Finder.
Meet Dr. Eric Newsom
Associate professor of communication
“UCM’s Web Media certificate prepares you for an increasingly digital working world.
You’ll learn to create and organize textual, visual and video content for the web
and understand the programming languages used to publish it — skills for web developers
and anyone whose organization has a web or social media presence — for wide-ranging
opportunities.”
Read More on Dr. Newsom
Meet Professor David Babcock
Graphic design professor
At UCM, our Web Media certificate classes are taught by experts and active professionals
in their respective fields, including Professor Babcock. Mr. Babcock, who holds an
MFA, teaches all levels of UCM’s graphic design courses. He keeps his skills sharp
by assisting local and regional clients and can help you understand real-world industry
demands.
Read Mr. Babcock’s Bio
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