MKTG07045 2016 International Marketing
This module introduces the learner to the complexity that arises when a firm starts to operate in several countries. The main sections of the module deal with issues such as the components of the international marketing environment. The student engages with core aspects of international marketing.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Articulate the role of international marketing
Critique the impact of culture on international marketing practice
Assess the challenges of the international marketing environment
Interpret the relevance of corporate social responsibility and ethics in international marketing
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Lectures
Guest lectures
In-class discussion
Student engagement and reflection
Module Assessment Strategies
Method of Assessment:
Mark Allocation:
Final Examination 60%
Continuous Assessment 40%
Example of Assessment:
Review and analyse a Case Study that introduces the learner to a business that is deciding on expansion into foreign markets. The students will be given a number of questions to answer and will present findings to the class.
Repeat Assessments
As above or combination thereof.
Indicative Syllabus
The nature, role and development of international marketing
How culture and social factors impact international marketing practice
The impact of the international marketing environment
International considerations of corporate social responsibility and ethics
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Group Project Project | Coursework Assessment | Group Project | 40 % | Week 9 | 1,2,3,4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 60 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Lecture | 4 | Weekly | 4.00 |
Tutorial | Flat Classroom | Tutorial | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2014-01-01 International Marketing McGraw Hill Higher Education
ISBN 0077148150 ISBN-13 9780077148157
Now in its fourth edition this successful introduction to international marketing has been thoroughly revised, updated and developed throughout to reflect the most recent developments in today's dynamic business environment. Contemporary, engaging, and accessible, International Marketing is essential reading for the aspiring practitioner. You will discover: the importance of international marketing to creating growth and value; the management practices of companies, large and small, seeking market opportunities outside their home country; why international marketing management strategies should be viewed from a global perspective; the role of emerging economies in today's business environment; and the impact of increased competition, changing market structures, and differing cultures upon business. Key Features: an extensive collection of in-depth Case Studies focus upon a diverse range of companies from around the world and are designed to apply understanding and provoke debate; 'Going International' vignettes go beyond the theory and demonstrate international marketing in real life with contemporary and engaging examples; further Reading sections have been designed to reflect both the most influential and the most recent studies relating to each chapter acting as a spring board to further study. Features: key Terms are highlighted where they first appear and define in the margin for ease of reference to aid understanding. A full Glossary is also provided at the end of the book and online. A new chapter in response to reviewer feedback dedicated to International Segmentation and Positioning. Professor Pervez Ghauri teaches International Marketing and International Business at King's College London. He has been Editor-in-Chief of International Business Review since 1992 and editor (Europe) for the Journal of World Business, since 2008.
2014 International Marketing John Wiley & Sons Inc
ISBN 1118830288 ISBN-13 9781118830284
2012-05-23 Global Marketing Management Oxford University Press
ISBN 0199609705 ISBN-13 9780199609703
Featuring a perfect balance of theoretical and practical examples, Global Marketing Management, Third Edition, shows students how organizations navigate through today's rapidly changing and challenging global trading environment. Adopting a strategic management framework, the text enables students to identify, evaluate, and integrate a wide range of management concepts in order to create and execute highly effective global marketing programs. It also discusses how to analyze and solve management problems in global operations.
The third edition addresses such key contemporary issues as climate change and sustainable development, service delivery, ICT technologies and social media, strategic branding, and maintaining relationships. Authors Kiefer Lee and Steve Carter examine the implications of these issues and consider how they may be applied to the management of global marketing programs. The Companion Website offers numerous resources for students and instructors.
2012 International Marketing 10/e n/a
ISBN 8131520722 ISBN-13 9788131520727
Key features focus on the physical environment and geography: updated maps provide context in terms of social and economic data, including electronic maps. An appendix directly addresses the relationship between geography and international marketing. New cases: each part section is followed by 4 cases, with 2 additional cases online. Presented on a variety of topics, these cases present students with real business situations. All cases address the activities of actual or former companies and cover a broad geographic spectrum. Video cases: video cases are located within the case section and are available on dvd for instructors. These cases further illustrate chapter topics and have been expanded from previous editions. Recommended readings: found at the end of each chapter, the authors have provided additional recommended reading to be assigned in class, or to be utilized as an additional resource. Internet exercises: included at the end of each chapter, internet exercises give readers online experience at the international and global issues that arise in marketing. E-commerce and technology: the impact of technology and e-commerce on marketing communications, channels, logistics, and research is thoroughly integrated throughout the text. Culture and government: the text emphasizes on culture and how it affects business decisions in marketing, while also emphasizing policy issues to accurately portray the increase in governments role in international marketing. Figures and tables: the chapter content, tables, figures, maps, and examples have been thoroughly updated in this new edition to reflect the changes happening in the world around us. New parsimony of structure: the book now covers the marketing issues of both small- and medium-sized firms, as well as multi-national corporations.
Module Resources
Recommended Reading |
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Title |
Authors |
Publisher |
Year |
Global Marketing: A decision-oriented approach 5th edition |
Hollensen, Svend |
Prentice Hall |
2010 |
Global Marketing: Global Edition 6th edition |
Keegan and Green |
Prentice Hall |
2010 |
Supplementary Reading |
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Title |
Authors |
Publisher |
Year |
Marketing Across Cultures, 5/E |
Jean-Claude Usunier and Julie Lee, |
Prentice Hall |
2009 |
International Marketing |
Cateora, P. Gilly, M., Graham, J. |
McGraw Hill |
2010 |
International Marketing |
Clarke, G. & I. Wilson |
McGraw Hill |
2009 |
International Marketing: An SME Perspective |
De Burca, S., Brown, L., & R, Fletcher |
Financial Times Press |
2004 |
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