MIT communications workshops
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Managing communications

Making the Case for Your Marketing Budget, 2/09
Developing an effective argument for the value of your marketing initiatives.

Creative Communication in Tough Fiscal Times, 11/03
Managing costs while maintaining high standards.

Managing the Publication Process, 10/03
Creating successful publications through preparation and planning.

 

Print communications

Stop the Presses, 7/09
Transitioning publications from print to digital.

Designing for Mail Compliance, 4/09
Creating publications that conform to USPS mailing requirements.

Green Communications, 3/08
Learning about ways to think, act and design green.

Digital Printing for Universities, 11/07
Using the features of digital printing to their full advantage.

Direct Mail Basics, 9/07
Reaching your target audience with effective publications.

Digital Printing, 1/05
Deciding when to use digital printing and how it compares to offset printing.

Direct Mail, 4/04
Creating effective direct mail pieces to maximize response rates.

In Pursuit of Print Quality, 2/04
Understanding how to manage color expectations from design through final delivery.

Managing the Publication Process, 10/03
Creating successful publications through preparation and planning.

 

Strategic communications

How-To's on Email Marketing and Social Media, 10/09
Demonstrating how to create an HMTL email, manage a Mailman list, promote events on Facebook, and create and manage a Twitter account.

Social Media, 10/09
Using social media effectively, building into your communications plan, and showcasing MIT examples.

Email Marketing, 10/09
Incorporating into your communications plan, measuring results, sending options, and showcasing MIT examples.

The Easy Way to Develop a Strategic Marketing Communications Plan, 3/09
Setting realistic, measurable goals and identifying strategies to ensure buy-in.

ROI of Integrated Marketing, 12/08
Examining best practices and potential pitfalls.

Interviews and Focus Groups, 5/08
Conducting qualitative research to enhance branding and marketing strategies.

Green Communications, 3/08
Learning about ways to think, act and design green.

MIT Communications Survey, 6/07
Presenting the results of the communications survey.

Measuring Interactive Media, 4/07
Using tools to measure communications goals and track progress.

Maximizing Survey Results, 11/06
Using survey data to help inform communications and messaging.

Brand-Building Communications, 12/05
Applying graphic consistency for effective communications.

CAN-SPAM Act, 12/04
Conforming to anti-spam regulations for email sent by colleges and universities.

Creative Communication in Tough Fiscal Times, 11/03
Managing costs while maintaining high standards.

Managing the Publication Process, 10/03
Creating successful publications through preparation and planning.

Developing Effective Messages, 5/03
Defining communications goals and objectives to target audience.

Working With the News Media, 4/03
Determining what stories are newsworthy and getting your story out.

MIT Communications Initiatives, 11/02
Outlining key communications priorities and resources for MIT communicators.

 

 

Web/Internet communications

Access-Oriented Web Design, 4/09
Building highly interactive web applications that work for everyone.

Marketing With Online Video, 4/09
Integrating online video into your marketing program.

New Social Networking Uses, 4/09
Reaching students and alumni for fundraising and engagement purposes.

Writing Right for the Web, 3/09
Creating a web-friendly writing style.

Hundreds of Websites, Countless Insights, 11/07
Learning about the most important design and technology features in a website.

Usability-Driven Home Page Design, 6/07
Adopting a user-centered design strategy to ensure best practices.

Measuring Interactive Media, 4/07
Using tools to measure communications goals and track progress.

Maximizing Survey Results, 11/06
Using survey data to help inform communications and messaging.

Effective Web Surveys, 10/06
Designing and administering surveys for optimal results.

Writing for the Web, 02/06
Creating web-friendly content.

Blogs, Wikis, RSS, Podcasts, 10/05
Using new technologies in academic communications.

Campus Portals, 2/05
Personalizing users' web experience with online communities.

CAN-SPAM Act, 12/04
Conforming to anti-spam regulations for email sent by colleges and universities.

 

Resources

MIT key messages

MIT graphic identity

MIT resources

External resources and organizations

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