Strategic Marketing DevelopmentLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student understands the significance of strategic marketing thinking as part of the company's business strategy.

Content

Strategic marketing concepts and processes
Coordinating operational processes
Identification of customer needs and developing customer-oriented services and products
Brand based thinking and communication as a strategic part of marketing

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student can describe the contents of strategic marketing in a versatile and professional way. (S)he can review the made strategic choices, the final outcome based on the choices and future prospects from various perspectives as far as the example companies are concerned. (S)he can compare possible alternatives in practical situations and reflect on the things learnt. Completed assignments demonstrate in-depth and versatile knowledge of the topic.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The use of the concepts of strategic marketing is consistent and the way the big picture is envisioned is logical. The student can apply the main concepts when analysing and solving practical cases and tasks.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student can outline the basic concepts and contents of the subject area. Getting the big picture and concept use is still lacking. The student can, when solving tasks, make use of the concepts to some extent.