Emerging Media
Program Transfer Guide
Frostburg State University
Effective
Fall, 2026 - Current
Instruction Methods
In person
About the Program
Start your career in the tech-savvy and innovative industry of emerging media studies. With a Bachelor of Science in Emerging Media from Frostburg State University, you can build your career in this thriving and dynamic industry, kick-starting your creative energy and storytelling talents into high gear.
As an emerging media major, you’ll grow into a thoughtful, skilled professional ready to bridge the gap between people and information wherever you work. In this program, you'll share and evaluate effective messaging to large, targeted audiences.
Three Professional Focus Options to Prepare for Your Career
At Frostburg State University, we want our students to graduate with more than just a top-notch degree in their subject area; we want them to have applicable skills that make them an asset to their future workplace. In that vein, emerging media majors can select a professional focus that aligns with their career goals.
You may choose between:
- Digital Media Production - provides the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to create professional quality media content across multiple platforms. The focus emphasizes practical production skills while introducing industry workflows and emerging technologies and distribution channels.
- Media Literacy and Influence - builds strong critical thinking and media analysis skills. This focus will enable you to more fully understand and target audiences with effective and impactful media messaging.
- MBA Pathway - provides a strong foundation in core business disciplines while preparing you for advanced study in media management. Successful completion of this pathway - combined with acceptance into FSU's MBA program - may allow you to complete the MBS with just one additional year of coursework.