Course Description:
Marketing plans are often created ad hoc and with limited research to inform them. However, in today's competitive environment, organizations place a greater premium on comprehensive planning for more effective marketing outcomes.

Understanding the fundamental principles of strategic and tactical planning is a key first step for building an effective marketing action plan. This course teaches students the core competencies needed for analyzing marketplace dynamics, preparing a distinctive and relevant strategy, assembling a creative marketing program, and analyzing plan effectiveness. Students will complete an entire marketing plan cycle from start to finish.

Course Prerequisite:
Previous academic coursework in marketing or some professional experience. Participants with limited training or experience in marketing are strongly encouraged to take Principles of Marketing first.