CASE STUDIES IN MARKETING COMMUNICATION

Course Description

This course aims to strengthen the students’ understanding of concepts and tools for marketing communication processes by examining a variety of real-world marketing communication cases. The course is designed to provide students opportunity to examine and evaluate different cases. They are required to do readings and research on each case and be prepared to come to class to discuss and reflect on the case drawing on their background knowledge. The course aims to help students understand how marketing communication tools help build brand value and be able to assess the role of marketing communications in the world of advertising, promotions and public relations.

CASE STUDIES IN MARKETING COMMUNICATION

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Course outcomes

1. 01 to strengthen the students’ understanding of concepts and tools for marketing communication processes by examining a variety of real-world marketing communication cases.
2. 02 to provide students opportunity to examine and evaluate different cases.
3. 03 to discuss case studies, analyze, offer different solutions and rejuvenate within cultural context.
4. 04 to help students understand how marketing communication tools help build brand value
5. 05 to be able to assess the role of marketing communications in the world of advertising, promotions and public relations.

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Advertising And Promotion: An Integrated Marketing Communications Perspective. George E. Belch & Michael A. Belch-Both of San Diego State University. Copyright © 2021 By Mcgraw-Hill Education
2. 02 Integrated Advertising, Promotion, and Marketing Communications, Fourth Edition, by Kenneth E. Clow and Donald Baack. Published by Prentice Hall. (2010)

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 to strengthen the students’ understanding of concepts and tools for marketing communication processes by examining a variety of real-world marketing communication cases.
2. L02 to provide students opportunity to examine and evaluate different cases.
3. L03 to discuss case studies, analyze, offer different solutions and rejuvenate within cultural context.
4. L04 to help students understand how marketing communication tools help build brand value
5. L05 to be able to assess the role of marketing communications in the world of advertising, promotions and public relations.

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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