MEDIA PLANNING

Course Description

This course is designed to teach students the principals of media planning. Major media concepts, media research, and strategic media planning are explored in this course in order to help students extend their understanding of the media planning processes. Hence the course teaches students the ways in which marketing problems can be solved through an analysis of how the media operate and the relationships between the advertiser, the agency and the media. In an interactive class, drawing on real-world media situations, the students will discuss and review various decisions and problems that arise in a variety of media planning processes.

MEDIA PLANNING

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Exemplify(4) an understanding of the media planning process
2. 02 Assess(5) how an effective media planning can enhance a brand or product.
3. 03 Exemplify(4) understanding of basic media planning terminology and principles.
4. 04 Exemplify(4) knowledge and skills in creating a media plan.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Sissors, JZ & Baron, RB 2010, Advertising Media Planning, 7th ed, McGraw-Hill, New York (Turkish transition of the book is available: Jack Sissors, Roger B. Baron, Medya Planı Nasıl Hazırlanır?, MediaCat, 2009)
2. 02 THE MEDIA HANDBOOK: A Complete Guide to Advertising Media Selection, Planning, Research, and Buying. 6TH Edition. Helen Katz (2019) by Routledge.
3. 03 Kelley, L.D., & Sheehan, K.B. (2015). Advertising Media Planning: A Brand Management Approach (4th ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315720579

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Exemplify(4) an understanding of media planning process SOLO 4
2. L02 Assess (5) how an effective media planning can enhance a brand or product. SOLO 5
3. L03 Exemplify(4) an understanding of basic media planning terminology and principles. SOLO 4
4. L04 Evaluate(5) likley achiement of media plan with respect to audiences and user. SOLO 5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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