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Foundations of Promotion

MODULE 1: Promotion Within the Marketing Mix

MODULE 2: 🎮 Crossword: Marketing Terminology

MODULE 2: The Promotion Mix as a Strategic Toolkit

Advertising and Public Relations

MODULE 3: Advertising as Belief Change and Brand Reinforcement

MODULE 4: Public Relations and Trust Building

Strategic Frameworks

MODULE 5: The Customer Journey and the AIDA Model

MODULE 6: Contagion and Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)

Quiz

Marketing Concepts Quiz 1

Marketing Concepts Quiz 2

Marketing Concepts Quiz 3

Marketing Concepts Quiz 4

Marketing Concepts Quiz 5

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Master the building blocks of modern promotion and advertising with Marketing Essentials: Core Concepts, Promotion, and Advertising Strategy. This practical, beginner-friendly course demystifies the role of promotion within the broader marketing mix and shows you how to plan, execute, and measure impactful campaigns. You’ll start with the four Ps—Product, Price, Place, and Promotion—then dive into the promotion mix: advertising, public relations, sales promotion, personal selling, and direct marketing. Through clear frameworks like AIDA and Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), you’ll learn how to attract attention, build interest, spark desire, and drive action—consistently across channels. Explore how advertising shifts consumer beliefs and strengthens brand recall, while PR builds credibility and trust with key stakeholders. Along the way, you’ll unpack core concepts such as value propositions, messaging strategy, reputation management, and viral/contagious ideas that spread across networks. The program blends concise instruction with engaging quizzes and a fun terminology crossword to reinforce learning. By the end, you’ll be able to map the customer journey, choose the right promotional tools for your objectives, and create coherent campaigns that connect strategy to results—whether you’re launching your first initiative or leveling up an existing plan.

EN-Week 13 Module 1: Marketing Essentials: Core Concepts, Promotion, and Advertising Strategy

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            <p>Marketing is a multifaceted discipline that begins with a clear understanding of the four Ps: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. This course delves into the strategic role of promotion within the broader marketing mix, examining how businesses communicate value propositions to their target audiences. By exploring the promotion mix—a toolkit comprising advertising, public relations, sales promotion, personal selling, and direct marketing—participants will learn how to select the most effective channels to meet specific organizational goals. Understanding these foundational elements is crucial for developing a cohesive strategy that not only reaches consumers but also resonates with their needs and expectations.</p>

<p>Beyond the basic tools, successful marketing requires a deep dive into consumer psychology and strategic frameworks. We will examine how advertising functions as a catalyst for belief change and brand reinforcement, alongside the critical role of public relations in building long-term trust and credibility. The course also introduces the AIDA model (Attention, Interest, Desire, and Action) to map the customer journey and the principles of Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) to ensure brand consistency across all touchpoints. From analyzing the viral potential of "contagion" in modern contexts to mastering the conversion funnel, this curriculum provides the essential insights needed to navigate the complexities of contemporary advertising and promotional strategy.</p>
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