MKTG2102

Advertising and Promotion Strategy

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2
Ourimbah Semester 2
UoN Singapore Trimester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008

Business and marketing objectives define effective communications strategy. The nature and design of communication strategies in terms of customer-marketer interaction is examined with the traditional theories and the future implications of emerging technologies considered. Wherever appropriate, the content is international in its perspective. Students engage in independent and collaborative work processes to design and communicate strategies reflective of authentic practice in Advertising and Promotion.

Objectives Upon successful completion of the course you will be able to:
1. Determine the role of marketing communications within the context of marketing strategies
2. Apply theories to the development of marketing communications
3. Evaluate traditional marketing communication strategies
4. Compare and contrast the stages involved in developing effective marketing communications
5. Evaluate the impact of emerging technologies and globalisation on the nature of marketing communications inclusive of social and cultural influences.
6. Access and analyse information to improve strategy development and communication outcomes either independently or as a team member.
7. Articulate your specialised knowledge in both oral and written contexts reflective of your audience and purpose.
8. Demonstrate an awareness of the professional standards and ethical conduct in relation to Advertising and Promotion Strategies.
Content The role of marketing communications in the marketing process from both a theoretical and practical perspective.

The nature of marketing communications in consumer, business-to-business and international/global contexts.

Activities involved in the design of communication strategies.

Contemporary and traditional approaches to customer-marketer interaction including those that are electronically based.
Replacing Course(s) This course replaces MKTG2020 & BUSN2650.
Transition This course is not available to students who have successfully completed MKTG2020 or BUSN2650.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge MKTG2100
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Workshop
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Communications Critique (Individual)
Examination: Formal Written examination 3 hours
Presentations - Group IMC Plan (group)
Part C – The Pitch
Projects IMC Plan (group)
Part A – Initial Brief (10%)
Part B – Final Plan (20%)
Contact Hours Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for 11 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for MKTG2102