Marketing strategy
Mr Shahid Yamin
6 points
* One 2-hour lecture and one 1-hour tutorial per week
*
Distance: approximately 12 hours per week
* Second semester
* Gippsland
* Prerequisite: GBU2404
Objectives The objective of this advanced level subject is to apply knowledge and understanding gained from previous studies to tactical and strategic marketing decisions in a changing environment. Using case studies students will develop skills in researching and critically assessing decision models with the ultimate aim of developing effective marketing strategies.
Synopsis The subject covers the basic concepts of corporate and marketing strategy, strategic perspectiveís of buyers behaviour, strategic use of marketing mix variables such as communication, pricing, distribution, product, external and internal decision environments, market position and analysis, corporate and marketing strategic direction, managing marketing strategy - planning and control.
Assessment (distance) Assignment one (case study - 3000 words):
20%
* Assignment two (case study - 3500 words): 40%
* Examination (3
hours): 40%
Assessment (on campus) Assignment one (case study - 3000 words):
15%
* Assignment two (case study - 3500 words): 35%
* Tutorial case
study presentation: 10%
* Examination (3 hours): 40%
* Students must
obtain a satisfactory result in all areas of assessment.
Prescribed texts
Jain Subharsh C Marketing planning and strategy 4th edn, Smith Western, 1993
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