Advertising Schools and Programs in Argentina

Advertising Studies in Argentina

Argentine National Congress, Buenos Aires, ArgentinaCourses of study in the fields of advertising and marketing are very popular among students, largely because a degree in these fields can open up a world of professional opportunities following graduation.  Even more popular is the opportunity to study advertising abroad as part of a student exchange or study abroad program, giving you the chance to combine an excellent educational experience towards your degree with a cultural, visual and enjoyable adventure in a foreign country—a country such as the beautiful nation of Argentina.
 
Comprising almost the entire southern half of South America, Argentina is the world's eighth largest country, covering an area of 2.8 million square kilometers. Argentina possesses some of the world's tallest mountains, expansive deserts, and impressive waterfalls, with the diversity of the land ranging from wild, remote areas in southern Patagonia to the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires in the north.  The country also possesses one of the finest systems of higher education in South America, a system that welcomes hundreds if not thousands of international students each year. To give you a better idea about what you can expect when studying abroad in Argentina, below we have provided a brief overview of the country, including a description of its advertising education programs, and the many advantages to choosing Argentina for your study abroad adventure.

Advertising Education in Argentina

In Argentina, advertising education is an important area of study, one that is offered by a good majority of the country’s colleges and universities.  One of these universities is John F. Kennedy Argentine University, where students can earn their Bachelor of Arts degree through a comprehensive four-year study plan.
 
Students who go on to receive an undergraduate degree in advertising have a number of choices following graduation.  Of course they may opt to further their education by participating in a relevant graduate program, or they can take the knowledge and skills they’ve learned to the career world, working in various areas of the advertising field, including Central Media, Public relations, Direct Marketing, Graphic Design and Audiovisual Production, in areas that deal with customer service, sales and operations. 
 
The Bachelor of Arts in Advertising involves both general courses and those that are specific to the discipline of advertising, including the Theory of Public Relations, Social Psychology, Media Advertising, Audiovisual Production, Marketing Principles, Group Dynamics, Market Research, Copywriting, Communications Technology and more. 
 
Through the course of the program students become experts in research and the development of creative strategies and learn how to think proactively to solve problems. They also learn to how to relate and interact with other professionals so as to market their advertising strategies to a wide range of industries.

Why Study Abroad in Argentina

There are a myriad of reasons to choose Argentina for your study abroad adventure.  The larger cities such as Buenos Aires play host to a number of universities and are thus bustling with like-minded local and international students.  This will offer many opportunities to form new contacts and forge friendships you’ll treasure for the rest of your life and allow you to learn even more about the country in which you chose to study.
 
Argentina is the largest Spanish-speaking nation in the world, and because you’ll be immersed into the Argentine society every day during your stay, you will inevitably pick up some very valuable language skills.  You can even take Spanish language classes during your study abroad trip, with countless opportunities to practice your new language skills, as you tour the country and meet its people.  Spanish is the second most widely spoken language in the world, so it goes it without saying that those who are at least somewhat fluent in the language will find it much easier to compete for professional positions at companies that conduct their business internationally.
 
Finally, your stay in Argentina will open your eyes to a whole new culture, one you are sure to embrace.  You’ll learn about the customs, traditions and celebrations the Argentine people hold dear and be treated to plenty of delicious food ranging from empanadas and choripan, to bife de chorizo and dulce de leche.  Every new day will offer the chance to enhance your cultural and linguistic horizons as you study in Argentina and travel its many exciting regions.