Graduate Diploma in Digital and Social Media

 Advances in digital technology have dramatically increased the demand for specialists in digital and social information engagement. A deep understanding of digital and social media is key to success across a range of professions, from media and marketing to policy-making and advocacy.This course builds on the graduate certificate to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become an astute, engaged professional communicator on the internet.You’ll develop advanced skills in creating, maintaining and managing online communications across web media, publishing and presence, online collaboration and building and maintaining networks and virtual communities. You will learn the fundamentals of online communications, including how to identify and understand emerging trends, such as artificial intelligence, social media influencers, big data and online analytics.You will explore how the internet is changing political systems, reshaping societies, cultures and economies, and how you can apply this knowledge in your workplace practice. You will have the opportunity to focus on specialist areas of communications and policy, content management, training and development.When you complete the course, you can apply for entry to the Master of Digital and Social Media. Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information. What jobs can the Digital and Social Media lead to? Career opportunities Data business analyst Digital and social media manager Digital producer/strategist Online content creator Web communications manager Industries Advertising, arts and media Education and training Governance, policy and regulation Journalism Marketing, public relations and communications Industries Advertising, arts and media Education and training Governance, policy and regulation Journalism Marketing, public relations and communications [030949J]