MKT-442 Brand Marketing
Brand marketing has become an increasingly important function in organizations. The purpose of this course is to provide a thorough understanding of brand marketing principles and practices. The role of brands and branding will be examined both from a managerial and a consumer perspective. More specifically the course will present current frameworks that guide marketing managers in how to build strong brands in the marketplace. In order to build brands successfully, it is of key importance to have a profound understanding of the roles brands play in consumer culture. The course will examine how consumers make use of brands and develop brand meaning through everyday consumption practices.