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Course Code: 
BBA 363
Course Period: 
Spring
Course Type: 
Core
P: 
3
Application: 
0
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
10
Course Language: 
İngilizce
Course Objectives: 

The objective of this course is to introduce students to the concepts, analyses, and activities that comprise brand management, and to provide practice in assessing and solving problems. This course addresses important branding decisions faced by organizations. The course objectives are: to increase student understanding of the terminology, concepts and activities of brand management and important issues in planning, implementing and evaluating brand strategies; to provide relevant theories, models and tools for the making of brand decisions; and to provide a forum for students to apply these principles.

Course Content: 

Brand management, Advertisement, Product development, Distribution, Pricing, Promotion, Positioning, Differentiation, Consumer trends, Marketing plan, Brand strategy

Course Methodology: 
1. Lecture Method 2. Question/Answer Method 3. Discussion Method 4. Case Study Method 5. Workshop 6. Problem Solving Method
Course Evaluation Methods: 
A: Exam, B:Presentation, C: Homework

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Teaching

Methods

Assessment

 Methods

How to develop strong brands 2,3,4,6,7,8,9 1,2,3,4,5 A,B,C
Brand marketing plan development 2,3,4,6,7,8,9 1,2,3,4,5 A,B,C
How to develop and manage brand and product portfolio 2,3,4,6,7,8,9 1,2,3,4,5 A

 

 

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week Topics Study Materials  
1 Introduction to brand management Related Chapters  
2 Purpose of branding, Strong brands Related Chapters  
3 Differentiation and market analysis Related Chapters and HBR articles  
4 Differentiation and market analysis Related Chapters and HBR articles  
5 Developing and evaluating brand elements Related Chapters and HBR articles  
6 Developing and evaluating brand elements Related Chapters and HBR articles  
7 Developing and evaluating brand elements Related Chapters and HBR articles  
8 Developing and evaluating brand elements Related Chapters and HBR articles  
9 Marketing mix Related Chapters and HBR articles  
10 Marketing mix Related Chapters  
11 Brand performance measurement Related Chapters  
12 Multibranding and brand extension strategies Related Chapters and HBR articles  
13 Multibranding and brand extension strategies Related Chapters and HBR articles  
14 Multinational brand management Related Chapters  

 

 

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES
Textbook Strategic Brand Management, 5th edition, Kevin Lane Keller, Prentice-Hall.
Additional Resources HBR Articles

 

 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents Course presentations
Assignments Building and evaluating a strong brand
Exams 1 Midterm 1 Final Exam

 

 

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES NUMBER PERCENTAGE
Mid-term 1 20
Term Assignment Presentation 1 30
Participation 1 20
Final 1 30
Total   100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE   30
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE   70
Total   100

 

 

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution
1 2 3 4 5  
1 Will be able to describe all the concepts related to business functions.     X      
2 Will be able to use the theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of business administration.         X  
3 Will be able to explain concepts, ideas and cases with scientific methods, interpret and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data, define problems and develop solutions.         X  
4 Will be able to use various communication channels effectively in business life.       X    
5 Will be able to demonstrate ethical values.         X  
6 Will be able to demonstrate an understanding of social responsibility and active citizenship.     X      
7 Will be able to evaluate the acquired knowledge and skills with a critical approach.         X  
8 Will be able to interpret quality management and processes, environmental protection, occupational safety and sustainability.         X  
9 Will be able to work effectively in the team and takes initiative for the success of the team.         X  
10 Will be able to manage and defend diversity.     X      

 

 

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities Quantity Duration
(Hour)
Total
Workload
(Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) 16 3 48
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 16 6 96
Term Assignment Presentation 1 40 40
Mid-terms 1 30 30
Final examination 1 30 30
Total Work Load     244
Total Work Load / 25 (h)     9,76
ECTS Credit of the Course     10

 

 

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