6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL
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Synopsis
In the current information age, the value of marketing analytics in decision making is enormous. The Marketing Decision Analysis unit aims to provide students with the analytical knowledge and reasoning skills to analyse data, evaluate strategies and develop optimal decisions for a range of marketing issues. Students will be exposed to metrics and models that will assist them in making sound decisions and developing effective and efficient marketing programs.
Outcomes
The learning goals associated with this unit are to:
- equip students with the knowledge of a range of marketing metrics and models and an ability to apply them to analyse marketing scenarios, phenomenon, issues and problems
- develop a capability to interpret metrics and model outcomes, evaluate strategies and develop managerial recommendation
- recognise the strengths and limitations of various metrics and models.
Assessment
Within semester assessment: 50% + Examination: 50%
Workload requirements
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.
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