Marketing Strategy Fundamentals

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What is the primary purpose of market segmentation?

To find the cheapest price for a product

To consolidate all market actors into a single entity

To divide potential buyers into groups according to their needs (correct)

To identify all potential buyers in a market

Which of the following is NOT a method of market segmentation?

Demographic segmentation

Segmentation through product use/application

Geographic segmentation

Psychological segmentation (correct)

In demographic segmentation for consumer markets, which of the following factors is considered?

Income (correct)

Size of the business

Shipping distance

Competitive intensity

Which segment is focused on attitudes toward lifestyle decisions?

Psychographic segmentation Signup and view all the answers

What influences the product/market selection dramatically?

The value of the product Signup and view all the answers

What factor is least likely to be considered in geographic segmentation?

Societal needs Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines a market segment?

Customers who perceive and value the product similarly Signup and view all the answers

Why might a segmentation scheme become obsolete as a market grows?

It no longer aligns with buyer behavior changes Signup and view all the answers

What is a key role of marketing strategy in an organization?

To establish a plan for achieving objectives Signup and view all the answers

Which element of marketing strategy involves deciding on channels for product distribution?

Distribution systems Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the critical elements of marketing strategy that determines pricing structures?

Price Signup and view all the answers

In which weeks will there be no lectures?

Weeks 6 and 8 Signup and view all the answers

The crucial first step in forming a marketing strategy involves which of the following?

Defining objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by product/service management in the context of marketing strategy?

Repairs and maintenance programs for sold products Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following objectives might be defined as part of a marketing strategy?

Increasing brand awareness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is a part of market communications?

Direct mail Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary responses to price pressures that firms may adopt?

Product differentiation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes intrabrand competition?

Competition among resellers of the same brand Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the industry price leader?

Largest firm with cutting-edge technology Signup and view all the answers

How does buyer bargaining power influence pricing strategies?

It puts downward pressure on prices Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by price parallelism in an industry?

Similar prices occurring without collusive agreement Signup and view all the answers

What role does product value play in pricing strategies?

It is central to determining price strategies Signup and view all the answers

What strategy can sellers use to strengthen their negotiating position?

Differentiating their products Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is crucial for the reinforcement of interbrand competition?

Increase in the number of resellers Signup and view all the answers

Which component contributes most to the final mark in this course?

Written test Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum grade required on the written exam to pass the course?

4.5 Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for effective preparation for the exam?

Watching lectures and reading articles Signup and view all the answers

During which weeks are mandatory articles not required for this course?

Weeks 5 to 8 Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the exam consists of open-ended questions?

30% Signup and view all the answers

What topic is covered in Week 10 of the course?

Consumer Neuroscience Signup and view all the answers

Which element does NOT influence the exam content?

Practice exams Signup and view all the answers

How are lectures delivered throughout the course weeks where they are posted?

Once a week on Thursdays Signup and view all the answers

What pricing strategy involves introducing a product at a high price and then lowering it over time?

Skimming Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions must be met for penetration pricing to be successful?

Distribution channels must be available for potential buyers Signup and view all the answers

What phenomenon occurs when low-priced products from one market enter markets with higher price ranges?

Black-market phenomenon Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is likely to lift product prices?

High switching costs Signup and view all the answers

What is a key driver of replacement sales in strong distribution systems?

Installed base Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about functional product differentiation is true?

It supports long-standing price differentiation strategies Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is associated with reducing price levels in a firm?

Brand competition Signup and view all the answers

Which pricing strategy is characterized by quickly entering a market with low prices?

Market penetration Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of corporate goals in strategic planning?

They provide a framework for strategic and bottom-up planning. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake made by business managers regarding industry definition?

Incorrectly defining the industry, leading to misaligned strategies. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the U.S. Railroad Industry struggle despite a rising demand for transportation?

They defined their business as railroad instead of transportation. Signup and view all the answers

What should a product/market strategy prioritize?

Assessing feasibility and fit of new opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

What type of analysis evaluates both the economic factors and potential risks involved in a market opportunity?

Break-even analysis. Signup and view all the answers

How did Hollywood initially misdefine its industry?

By seeing itself as part of the entertainment industry rather than solely the movie industry. Signup and view all the answers

What does marketing myopia primarily refer to?

A narrow definition of the industry leading to strategic pitfalls. Signup and view all the answers

Which analysis is NOT typically associated with assessing product/market opportunities?

Product differentiation analysis. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Preface: page 1
Table of Contents: page 2
Information about the course: page 2
Week 1: Marketing Strategy, Marketing Myopia, Strategic Insight: page 3
Week 2: The Coherence Premium, Are You Ignoring Trends?, Strategies to Fight Low-Cost Rivals, Branding in the Digital Age: page 4
Week 3: Consumer Market Segmentation: page 5
Week 4: Analyzing Consumer Perceptions, Principles of Product Policy: page 7
Week 9: How to Stop Customers from Fixating on Price: page 11
Week 10: The One Thing You Must Do Right When Building a Brand: page 15
Strategical Insight in Three Circles diagram: page 17
Marketing Strategy (Week 1): page 18
Product/Market Selection (Product): page 19
Factors Influencing Product/Market Selection: page 20
Pricing Decisions (Factors): page 20
Competition (Factor 3): page 21
Buyer Bargaining Power (Factor 4): page 21
Product Value to Potential Customers (Factor 5): page 21
Distribution Channels (Place): page 23
Market Communications (Promotion): page 25
A Model for Formulating the Marketing Strategy: page 27
Marketing Myopia discussion: page 27
Shadow of Obsolescence discussion: page 28
Condition 1: Population Myth discussion: page 29
Condition 2: The Idea of Indispensability discussion: page 29
Strategies to Fight Low-Cost Rivals: page 29
The Sustainability of Low-Cost Businesses: page 30
The Futility of Price Wars: page 32
When Differentiation Works: page 32
Switching to Conquer: page 33
Branding in the Digital Age: page 35
The Consumer Decision Journey: page 35
Practical Implications: page 36
The Different Stages of CDJ: page 36
Launching a Pilot: page 37
A Customer Experience Plan: page 38
Consumer Market Segmentation (Week 3): page 39
Segmenting the Base of the Pyramid: page 41
Rediscovering Market Segmentation discussion: page 42
Principles of Product Policy: page 44
Product Mix and other product related concepts: page 46
The Product Life Cycle: page 48
Strategic Brand Valuation: page 49
The Case Method of Instruction & Working with Cases: page 52
For Mobile Devices, Think Apps, Not Ads: page 56
Consumer Neuroscience: page 60
Practice Exam (Multiple Choice): page 65
Answers to Practice Exam: page 67

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Test your knowledge on the key concepts of market segmentation and marketing strategy. This quiz covers various methods of segmentation, the role of marketing in organizations, and critical elements of forming effective marketing strategies. Perfect for students studying marketing concepts and frameworks.