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What is the primary purpose of marketing?
What is the primary purpose of marketing?
Which of the following is NOT a core component of the process of value creation?
Which of the following is NOT a core component of the process of value creation?
What is the primary focus of demographic segmentation?
What is the primary focus of demographic segmentation?
How does successful marketing impact job creation?
How does successful marketing impact job creation?
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What are the 4 Ps involved in providing value?
What are the 4 Ps involved in providing value?
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Which of the following is an example of geographic segmentation?
Which of the following is an example of geographic segmentation?
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In marketing management, what is meant by 'superior customer value'?
In marketing management, what is meant by 'superior customer value'?
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Behavioral segmentation primarily focuses on which of the following?
Behavioral segmentation primarily focuses on which of the following?
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What is a key characteristic of psychographic segmentation?
What is a key characteristic of psychographic segmentation?
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Which statement best describes the distinction between needs and wants?
Which statement best describes the distinction between needs and wants?
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What is the main purpose of product design?
What is the main purpose of product design?
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What role does market research play in marketing?
What role does market research play in marketing?
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Which of the following is NOT part of evaluating market segments?
Which of the following is NOT part of evaluating market segments?
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Which pricing strategy involves setting a price based on the competition's pricing?
Which pricing strategy involves setting a price based on the competition's pricing?
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What is the significance of branding in marketing?
What is the significance of branding in marketing?
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What is a characteristic of dynamic pricing?
What is a characteristic of dynamic pricing?
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Which targeting strategy involves customizing marketing efforts for each segment?
Which targeting strategy involves customizing marketing efforts for each segment?
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Which factor is NOT typically considered when setting a pricing policy?
Which factor is NOT typically considered when setting a pricing policy?
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What is the first step in examining and selecting market segments?
What is the first step in examining and selecting market segments?
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How can companies determine the compatibility of a market segment with their goals?
How can companies determine the compatibility of a market segment with their goals?
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What are direct channels in marketing?
What are direct channels in marketing?
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What type of distribution intensity involves a company being highly selective in where its products are sold?
What type of distribution intensity involves a company being highly selective in where its products are sold?
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Which of the following is NOT a product lifecycle stage?
Which of the following is NOT a product lifecycle stage?
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What does packaging primarily aim to achieve?
What does packaging primarily aim to achieve?
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Which of the following characteristics is NOT critical for a market segment to be considered good?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT critical for a market segment to be considered good?
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Which market segmentation is characterized by lifestyle choices such as being health-conscious or luxury seekers?
Which market segmentation is characterized by lifestyle choices such as being health-conscious or luxury seekers?
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What type of product lasts a long time and does not need to be purchased frequently?
What type of product lasts a long time and does not need to be purchased frequently?
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Which segmentation method involves data that has already been collected for purposes other than the current research?
Which segmentation method involves data that has already been collected for purposes other than the current research?
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Which of the following is an example of servitisation?
Which of the following is an example of servitisation?
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What is typically NOT one of the components identified during market research?
What is typically NOT one of the components identified during market research?
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What is a typical characteristic of light users in market segmentation?
What is a typical characteristic of light users in market segmentation?
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Which age group is typically included in market segmentation?
Which age group is typically included in market segmentation?
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What is a key aspect that influences customer relationships in a business model?
What is a key aspect that influences customer relationships in a business model?
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Which of the following influences how a company generates income from customer segments?
Which of the following influences how a company generates income from customer segments?
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What defines the key resources needed by a business model?
What defines the key resources needed by a business model?
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Which of the following describes key activities within a business model?
Which of the following describes key activities within a business model?
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What is the role of key partnerships in a business model?
What is the role of key partnerships in a business model?
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Which aspect is primarily considered in the cost structure of a business model?
Which aspect is primarily considered in the cost structure of a business model?
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What type of customer segment does BMW focus on as part of its business model?
What type of customer segment does BMW focus on as part of its business model?
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Which of the following best represents the value propositions offered by BMW?
Which of the following best represents the value propositions offered by BMW?
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What does Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) aim to achieve?
What does Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) aim to achieve?
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Which of the following best describes the role of public relations in promotion?
Which of the following best describes the role of public relations in promotion?
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What is a primary characteristic of sales promotions?
What is a primary characteristic of sales promotions?
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Which component of the Business Model Canvas identifies the different groups a business intends to serve?
Which component of the Business Model Canvas identifies the different groups a business intends to serve?
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What does 'Value Propositions' refer to in the context of the Business Model Canvas?
What does 'Value Propositions' refer to in the context of the Business Model Canvas?
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Which of the following represents direct marketing?
Which of the following represents direct marketing?
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In the expanded marketing mix, what does 'People' refer to?
In the expanded marketing mix, what does 'People' refer to?
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What is NOT a tool included in the promotional mix?
What is NOT a tool included in the promotional mix?
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Study Notes
Marketing Overview
- Marketing is a process by which organizations create value for customers to receive value in return.
- This involves identifying and meeting human and social needs.
- Marketing ability is crucial for financial success.
- Marketing builds demand for products and services creating jobs and increasing brand loyalty.
- Marketing creates intangible assets that improve the value of a company.
Process of Value Creation
- Choosing the value (Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning)
- Providing the value (4Ps product, price, place)
- Communicating the value (4Ps promotion)
Fundamental Vocabulary
- Needs: Basic human requirements (air, food, water, clothing, shelter)
- Wants: Specific objects that fulfil a need
- Demand: Wants backed by the ability to pay
- Value, satisfaction, quality
- Exchange, Transactions, Relationships
- Markets, Marketing Systems
Marketing Management
- Art and science of choosing target markets and growing customers.
- Developing marketing strategies & plans
- Capturing marketing insights
- Connecting with customers
- Building strong brands
- Creating, delivering and communicating value
- Creating successful and long-term growth
Marketing Environment
- Understanding Opportunities & Threats
- Opportunities: new market trends, customer needs, technological advancement
- Threats: new competitors, regulatory changes, and economic downturns
- Strategic Decision Making: Making strategic decisions based on a thorough understanding of factors.
- Adaptability: Adapting marketing strategies to changing environmental conditions.
- Competitive Advantage: Staying ahead of competitors
- Customer Focus: Marketing strategies align with customer preferences and behaviours
PESTEL Analysis
- A method for analysing marketing environment
- Used to identify opportunities and threats relevant for a company.
Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning
- Market Segmentation: Dividing a market into smaller groups based on shared characteristics (demographic, geographic, psychographic, behavioral) to tailor marketing strategies.
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Methods:
- Demographic (age, gender, income)
- Geographic (countries, regions)
- Psychographic (lifestyle, personality)
- Behavioral (usage rate, benefits sought)
- Examining & Selecting Segments: Identifying segments, evaluating segments (size, growth, profitability, accessibility, compatibility), and selecting segments (targeting strategy, positioning).
- Characteristics of Good Segments: Measurable, Accessible, Substantial, Differentiable, Actionable.
Market Research
- Any organized effort to gather information about target markets or customers.
- Identifying potential segments, understanding customer needs and characteristics, evaluating segments, selecting segments, and building marketing strategies.
- Methods: Primary data (qualitative and quantitative), Secondary data (readily available)
The Marketing Mix (4Ps)
- Product: Goods or services offered by a business to satisfy customer needs and wants. Types:
- Non-durable Goods
- Durable Goods
- Services
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Price: Amount customers pay for a product.
- Pricing Mechanisms: Cost-plus, value-based, competition-based, dynamic.
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Place (Distribution): Channels used to deliver a product to customers.
- Types: Direct, Indirect, Multi-Channel
- Decisions: Channel selection, distribution intensity, logistics
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Promotion: Activities to communicate value and persuade customers to buy.
- Types: Integrated marketing communications (IMC), promotional mix (advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, direct marketing, public relations)
Marketing Mix (Extended 4Ps)
- People: Employees and staff
- Process: The steps involved to deliver the product or service.
- Physical evidence: the physical representation of a service
- Productivity: the output per unit of input
Business Model Canvas (BMC)
- A strategic management tool to visualize and develop business models.
- Components: Customer segments, value propositions, channels, customer relationships, revenue streams, key activities, key resources, key partnerships, cost structure
Value Proposition (VP)
- Unique value offered to customers, solves a problem and fulfils their needs.
- Use clear and concise language.
- Highlight the benefits to the customer that your company provides.
- Focus on how your company stands out from competitors.
Tips for creating a Value Proposition
- Clearly define your target customer.
- Understand the problem your target customer faces.
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Test your knowledge of fundamental marketing concepts with this quiz. From the 4 Ps to segmentation strategies, explore how marketing creates value and impacts job creation. Assess your understanding of customer needs and market research principles.