MARK 201 - Introduction to Marketing

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 2-1S-0)

Students are introduced to the marketing concept and the role of marketing within the overall business framework. The basic tools of marketing are introduced: market segmentation, positioning, product, price, distribution, and promotion, together with marketing research, consumer behaviour, planning, and global marketing. A critical theme of the course is the need for the marketing mix to fit with the requirements of consumers, the competitive environment, company strengths, and community expectations. These issues are considered from strategic and tactical perspectives. Pre- or corequisites: ECON 101 or ECON 102 or ECON 204. Students may not receive credit for both MARK 201 and MARK 301.

MARK 432 - Digital Marketing

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course introduces the student to the management of the marketing communication mix with an emphasis on the evolving nature of digital marketing communication tools. It focuses on the techniques used for marketing communications in an environment where consumer and cultural influences strongly interact with strategic marketing decisions to impact outcomes. The role of measurement analytics in the implementation of communications strategy is also examined. Prerequisite: MARK 301.

MARK 470 - Selling and Sales Management

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

The role of selling and management of the sales force in diverse modern business environments. Topics include sales strategies, sales force planning, organization and evaluation, recruiting, selection and training, leadership and motivation, sales forecasting quotas and types of compensation. Prerequisite: MARK 301.

MARK 472 - Branding and Marketing Strategy

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course examines the analysis, planning and implementation of marketing strategies, with a special emphasis on the role of brands in that process. Important elements of the course include the concept of brand equity (what it is, why it is important, how to develop and manage it, how to measure it), and the applied implementation of marketing strategies. Prerequisite: MARK 301.

MARK 470 - Selling and Sales Management

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

The role of selling and management of the sales force in diverse modern business environments. Topics include sales strategies, sales force planning, organization and evaluation, recruiting, selection and training, leadership and motivation, sales forecasting quotas and types of compensation. Prerequisite: MARK 301.

MARK 472 - Branding and Marketing Strategy

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course examines the analysis, planning and implementation of marketing strategies, with a special emphasis on the role of brands in that process. Important elements of the course include the concept of brand equity (what it is, why it is important, how to develop and manage it, how to measure it), and the applied implementation of marketing strategies. Prerequisite: MARK 301.

MARK 476 - Sports Marketing

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course provides an overview of various aspects of the sports marketing industry. This will encompasses three basic components: (1) an introduction to the broad sports marketing environment including marketing through sports and the marketing of sports products; (2) a detailed evaluation of the marketing strategies for an array of sports products; and (3) consideration of recent issues regarding the marketing of sports products. As a senior marketing course, a key objective is to facilitate the application of course concepts to contemporary market planning and decision making. Prerequisite: MARK 201 or 301

MARK 501 - Principles of Marketing

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course commences with an examination of core marketing concepts, including strategic marketing planning, segmentation and the marketing mix (product, price, place and promotion) and the integration of these concepts into a marketing plan. Specific focus is then provided to developing pragmatic skills regarding marketing effectiveness.