Advertising - Account Management

"University was a great way to explore and debate a range of theories in a safe bubble. I had a great experience but felt I was still missing the practical experience needed to kick-start my career in advertising. Humber’s AAM program was the perfect boot camp to prepare me for the ad industry. I learned from seasoned industry vets with decades of experience, while being thrust into simulated real-world situations—my favourite being our pitch competition through the Humber Ad Centre. You’ll deal with surprises every day in this industry but the AAM program will fill in a lot of initial blanks. Looking back now, I can’t imagine starting my internship right out of university. I owe a lot to AAM to allow me to hit the ground running." 

- Luke Whitty, Account Supervisor at Lg2

"Going back to school and doing the AAM program at Humber was the best choice I have made for myself. This program opened me up to the exciting world of advertising and helped set me up for success in this industry. The classes are interactive and prepare you with skills and knowledge to be an amazing Account Manager. The professors provide unique perspectives, making each class different, interesting, and fun!"
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- Emily Bernatt, Account Manager at JAM Direct Inc.

"From the first few classes in the AAM program, I knew that I’d found the right career as well as the right place to learn about it. I was able to explore my own strengths and weaknesses, gain valuable understanding of the advertising business, and make connections with the top agencies in the country as the program came to a close. I hit the ground running thanks to AAM and I believe it set me apart in a competitive industry."

- Jay Fleming, Senior Director at Rethink. 

"From the first few classes in the AAM program, I knew that I’d found the right career as well as the right place to learn about it. I was able to explore my own strengths and weaknesses, gain valuable understanding of the advertising business, and make connections with the top agencies in the country as the program came to a close. I hit the ground running thanks to AAM and I believe it set me apart in a competitive industry."

- Gib Hassan, Account Manager, Global Partnerships at MLSE​.

"My time at Humber was significant to my personal development on many levels. The program made me consider how I present myself to others, how to work with people according to their strengths and how to delicately handle client communication. I'm grateful to all the Professors from whom I sought insight and advice. Their genuine interest in student development was apparent on many occasions, and was crucially important as I prepared to enter the Advertising industry. Thank you Humber, Hello AdWorld!"
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- Ben Goss, former Account Executive at BBDO and current Alumni Relations Manager at the University of Toronto.

A Virtual Networking Event

Historically, Well Suited has been an in-person event where industry professionals and aspiring Advertising Account Management interns can mingle and get to know one another. With this no longer an option due to the current Covid-19 restrictions, we have transformed Well Suited into a website that displays each student’s profile with the ability to schedule one-on-one interviews, for your consideration.

Internal Scholarship Opportunities for AAM students

Noela was a true professional who believed in the value of meaningful client relationships, so it is only fitting that the Noela Costa Memorial Scholarship will be presented to a student in the Advertising – Account Management (Graduate Certificate) program within the Faculty of Media and Creative Arts. The student selected will be the one who best exhibits the spirit and traits that made Noela such a special person to those who were fortunate enough to spend time with her. We know this will allow her story to be told and her legacy to continue for many years through the successes of the recipients.

Build transferable skills – and a strong network

The AAM courses are designed for your learning and success. You do not have to have an advertising or marketing background to apply as we ensure you learn and build on advertising practices in each semester. Then we build on your skills learned to ensure your confidence from day one.

This curriculum includes a focus on collaboration, communication, digital fluency, and problem solving in advertising agencies and with clients and brands. You build skills that companies want and can use across roles.

How do you build success?

A variety of approaches to learning and teamwork drive your learning journey. Beyond videos, work with live clients and current relevant case studies. Participate from week one in immersive Advertising Studio classes where students start networking from day one. Build fundamentals through lecture, discussion, case studies, real client projects and presentations and flex your advertising skills on class projects. Network with other post-graduate advertising programs and build your communication skills on your path to success.

Been there – can help with that!

As a student in this program, you will have the advantage of learning from our talented industry experts: award-winning entrepreneurs and creative problem solvers who will bring their experience to each lecture, class exercise and challenge, offering guidance and feedback on every project.

Work-Integrated Learning – and AAM Well Suited Event

The Humber AAM program is respected in part because employers know you understand your role and can get the job done once you have successfully completed the course work and your work-integrated learning. There are several ways Humber supports students to find their placement, including specific courses, connections with the industry and AAM’s own Well Suited website and event.

Your future awaits. Join us today!