Alvin College has received accreditation for two new degree programs from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, according to a Nov. 19 news release from the college.

The gist

The programs include applied science associate degrees in the following:

• Marketing, advertising and sales, which will prepare students for careers in public relations, e-commerce, digital advertising and sales
• Integrated technology, which will prepare students for careers in the information technology field with a focus on IT infrastructure, network administration, software development, data security and programming

The board of regents approved the creation of the two degrees in February, the news release notes.

Quote of note

“Both degree programs were designed in collaboration with local industry leaders," Alvin College President Robert J. Exley said in the news release. "We are thankful for their assistance and guidance to assure that what our students learn is directly connected to the jobs of today and tomorrow.”