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What is a key characteristic of integrated marketing communications?
Which type of media is owned and controlled by the company?
What online response mechanism is designed to convert visitors to action more efficiently?
What distinguishes online PR from traditional PR?
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Which of the following is classified as paid media?
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What is the primary purpose of integrated marketing communications?
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Which of the following best describes complementary communications?
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What type of media refers to content that is not directly paid for or controlled by the marketer?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective integrated marketing communications?
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Online PR differs from traditional PR primarily in that online PR allows the audience to do what?
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What is a key benefit of using a callback/chat approach in marketing?
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Paid media primarily includes which of the following?
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Which characteristic of integrated marketing communications ensures that messages are logically connected?
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What role does shared media play in marketing communications?
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Which of the following tools is considered a paid form of nonpersonal presentation and promotion?
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Study Notes
Promotion and Marketing Communications
- Marketing communications inform customers about a company and its products.
Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)
- IMC integrates and coordinates communication channels for a clear, compelling message.
- Characteristics: coherence (logical, direct communication), consistency (non-contradictory messages), continuity (consistent, necessary communications), and complementarity (synergy).
- Media types: paid (advertiser-funded, traditional & online), owned (company-controlled, websites, blogs, social media), shared (consumer-shared, social media, blogs, viral), and earned (PR, not directly paid for or controlled, based on audience interest).
- Online response mechanisms: microsites/landing pages (efficient conversion), callback/chat (increased engagement, higher sales conversion).
Advertising
- Any paid, non-personal presentation and promotion of ideas, goods, or services by an identified sponsor.
- Online advertising includes all paid space on websites or in emails.
Public Relations (PR)
- Activities influencing public opinion and creating goodwill.
- Online PR maximizes favorable mentions on third-party websites frequented by the target audience.
Differences Between Online and Traditional PR
- Online PR audiences are interconnected with each other and the organization.
- Audiences proactively seek information in online environments.
Promotion and Marketing Communications
- Marketing communications inform customers about a company and its products.
Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)
- IMC integrates and coordinates communication channels to deliver a consistent message.
- Characteristics: Coherence (logical connections), Consistency (non-contradictory messages), Continuity (consistent communication), Complementarity (synergy).
- Media Types: Paid (advertiser pays), Owned (company controls), Shared (consumer-driven), Earned (unpaid, based on interest).
- Online Response Mechanisms: Microsites/landing pages (efficient conversion), Callback/chat (enhanced engagement).
IMC Tools: Advertising
- Advertising: Paid, non-personal presentation of ideas, goods, or services by an identified sponsor.
- Online advertising includes all paid space on websites or in emails.
IMC Tools: Public Relations (PR)
- Public Relations (PR): Influences public opinion and builds goodwill.
- Online PR maximizes favorable mentions on third-party websites relevant to the target audience.
- Online PR vs. Traditional PR Differences: Online audiences are interconnected, access diverse information, and actively seek information ("pull" information).
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Description
Explore the essentials of marketing communications, including Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) and various media types. Understand the characteristics that create a cohesive brand message and discover the role of online advertising. Test your knowledge on how these elements come together to inform and engage customers.
