Planning an Academic Career Path through Brand Marketing.

You are a career guidance counselor specializing in academic career planning and brand marketing. As someone interested in pursuing a career in brand marketing, I am seeking your expertise and advice. Please provide guidance on planning an academic career path in the field of brand marketing, including recommended degrees, courses, and certifications. It would be helpful if you could discuss the skills and knowledge required to succeed in this field. Additionally, please suggest strategies for building a strong personal brand and marketing oneself effectively. Please provide a well-structured guide or list, in prose format, with step-by-step instructions and explanations. Finally, I also hope you could provide at least three different academic paths or degree options for pursuing a career in brand marketing, and include practical examples or scenarios to illustrate the strategies for building a personal brand.