| SUBJECT CODE |
: MCG202 |
| SUBJECT NAME |
: PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING |
| SEMESTER |
: 2 |
| CREDIT HOURS |
: 3 |
| SCHOOL |
: School of Media Studies |
| COURSE |
: Diploma / Diploma in Media and Communication |
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the course are to enable students to
1. Understand the management aspects of marketing.
2. Explore the applications of marketing in society by the creation of strategic planning.
LEARNING OUTCOME
At
the end of the course, student will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding in the field of marketing and the
importance of the marketing concept ie. Strategic planning and apply
all stages in the marketing process.
SYNOPSIS
The
aim of this unit is to focus on major decisions that marketing managers
face in their efforts to harmonize the objectives, core competencies
and resources of the organisation with the needs and opportunities in
the marketplace. Several case studies will be utilised to analyse
marketing principles, plans strategies and practice. An important
feature of this unit is the development of a comprehensive marketing
plan.