MARKETNG 3503 - Market Strategy and Project III
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MARKETNG 3503 Course Market Strategy and Project III Coordinating Unit Adelaide Business School Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites MARKETNG 2500 or MARKETNG 1001 or MARKETNG 2501 and MARKETNG 3502 Incompatible WINEMKTG 2505WT & WINEMKTG 2505EX Assessment Exam/assignments/tests/tutorial work as prescribed at first lecture Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Chris Medlin
Name: Dr Chris Medlin
Location: Room 1014, 10 Pulteney Street
Telephone: 8313 3361 (email is best)
email: chris.medlin@adelaide.edu.au
Course Website: www.myuni.adelaide.edu.au
If you would like to see me, please email me to make an appointment.Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
A detailed timetable is provided in MyUni.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
This course is designed to develop a student’s ability to:- Undertake analysis of a strategic market issue, with appropriate data analysis, and design a relevant marketing strategy.
- Prepare and write a marketing plan for a business unit.
- Assess the quality of a marketing plan on the basis of research undertaken, strategy and tactical issues, and appropriate audit methods.
- Work effectively as a team member.
- Plan, prepare and complete an oral group presentation to a professional standard
University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1, 2, 3 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 1, 2, An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 1, 2, 5 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 4 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 5 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1,3 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 2 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 2, 3 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
1. Walker, O., J. Gountas, F. Mavond, and J. Mullins (2015), Marketing Strategy: A Decision-focused Approach,
Sydney: McGraw-Hill. Earlier versions are not a problem.
2. Preparing a Marketing Plan, Medlin, C.J., 2012 (pdf on
MyUni site)
3. Lecture Powerpoints (pdf MyUni site)
4. Communications Skills Guide (pdf MyUni site)
Recommended Resources
Past examples of Marketing Plans (Barr Smith Library – 24 hour loan)
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course is made up of two complementary
components. Lectures cover the content of Marketing Strategy and the processes
of preparing a Market Plan. Tutorials cover the processes of preparing a Market
Planning for your ‘live’ client. In tutorial students will work in groups to
prepare a Marketing Plan for a local business client.
Tutorials are arranged around three Market Plans,
one of which is the responsibility of your group. You will learn problem
solving skills and critical thinking required to scope a problem, undertake
research and integrate research results with theory to write an implementation
plan. You will be able to comment on and follow the development of the other
two plans prepared in your tutorial.
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The University expects full-time students (i.e. those taking 12 units per semester)
to devote a total of 48 hours per week to their studies. This means that you are expected to commit
approximately 9 hours for a three-unit course or 13 hours for a four-unit
course, of private study outside of your regular classes.
Students in this course are expected to attend their tutorial
class each week. Note that tutorial start in the first week of the course.
Learning Activities Summary
In preparing a Marketing Plan students work in
groups of up to five students. They undertake a series of research projects
including; (i) desk research of the socio-economic environment, (ii) competitor
research and analysis, (iii) develop an understanding of the possible business
models, and (iv) conduct purchaser research using qualitative and quantitative
methods as the project requires. The students complete a draft of the first
half of their Marketing Plan by mid-semester, receive feedback, and then
complete the plan prior to the end of semester.Specific Course Requirements
Students in this course are expected to attend their tutorial
class each week. Note that tutorial start in the first week of the course. See
the 80% rule below.
Small Group Discovery Experience
Students will develop a marketing plan for a live client firm, on the basis of market theory, market research and
the potential strategic directions available to their client. Students will be responsible for presenting their findings in both written and oral form to their clients.
Students will work in groups of five. The preparation of a Marketing Plan is a demanding task. The clients (Adelaide firms and organizations) present a problem in week one of the course, groups form in the week one tutorials, and work begins immediately on the market plan. Students need to attend each tutorial in the same time period each week.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
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Assessment Detail
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Submission
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Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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