MARKETING 1311 Syllabus

The MRKG 1311 Course can be accessed from the Mountain View College Business and Technology Lab, home, or work. In other words, it can be accessed from any computer connected to the Internet.

 COURSE DESCRIPTION

A comprehensive course designed to take you into the world of the marketer. The scope and structure of marketing are examined. Marketing product, price, promotion and place, consumer behavior, marketing research, sales forecasting, and relevant state and federal laws are emphasized.

EDUCATIONAL COMPETENCIES

The following list of course goals will be addressed in the course.
determine Internet features
exhibit e-mail skills
demonstrate discussion forum options
critique mission statement
analyze marketing situation
analyze demographic forces
analyze social/cultural forces
analyze economic forces
analyze political/legal forces
analyze competition
analyze technological forces
assess international marketing
examine target markets
assess market potential
conduct marketing research
determine product strategy
determine pricing strategy
determine promotion strategy
determine distribution strategy 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

These summarize the main points and tell what you are expected to know upon completion of the chapter. In order to study for the course, you should find it most helpful to write complete answers to the objectives and define the terms and concepts. Most of the test questions will come from the objectives and key terms and concepts.

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Various learning activities will be used to accomplish the course objectives. Computer online readings are used to introduce materials, methods, and concepts.
Attend class online via computer.
Read assignments in a hyperlink text.
Participate in Discussion Forums.
Complete the Assignments.
Complete the Marketing Plans.
Take five tests online.

EVALUATION

Students will be held to standards similar to those found in the workplace. I expect you to complete your assignments on time with an open willingness to learn.

To measure the extent to which students attain the objectives of the course the following will be graded:

  1. Tests: Five tests will be given. You must use the Name and Password sent to you. The tests could include any or all of the following types of questions: objective (true/false, multiple choice, matching), essay, short answer, and fill-in-the-blank. Each test is worth 100 points.
  2. Assignment: Complete the assignments for each chapter. There are 200 possible points. *See "great student answers."
  3. Marketing Plans: Complete marketing plan for each chapter. There are 200 possible points.
  4. Discussion Forum: Participate in Discussion Forum. This could include current event discussions, problem solving situations, and/or question analysis. There are 100 possible points.  Procedure: You should respond twice to each question (topic or thread). First, give your comments on the question, and second, respond to a classmate’s comments. Be sure to use common courtesy in responding to comments made by other students. *See "great discussions."

    Newsgroup etiquette can be found at
    http://www.dejanews.com
    SEARCH
    search for: newsgroup etiquette
    search

If you want to find and read current events online, an online newservice can be found at:
http://www.prnewswire.com

Grading Scale: Grades will be earned as follows:
A = 90 to 100 (Excellent)
B = 80 to 89 (Good)
C = 70 to 79 (Fair)
D = 60 to 69 (Passing)
F = 59 or below (Failing) 

Drop Policy: If you are unable to complete this course, you must withdraw from it. Withdrawal from a course is a formal procedure which you must initiate by the Friday of the 12th class week (see catalog); I cannot do it for you. You may do this in the Admissions or Counseling Office. If you stop attending class and do not withdraw, you will receive a performance grade, usually an "F."

Students often drop courses when help is available that would enable them to continue. I hope that you will discuss your plans with me if you feel the need to withdraw.

STATEMENT OF WORKPLACE AND FOUNDATION COMPETENCIES

The Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) was appointed by the Secretary of Labor to determine the skills our young people need to succeed in the world of work.

Mountain View College is determined to prepare you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in today’s dynamic work environment. Towards this goal, these workplace competencies and foundation skills have been designed into the curriculum for this course:

Common Workplace Competencies
Manage Resources: Time/Staff
Exhibit Interpersonal Skills: Work in teams/Teach others/Serve customers/Lead work teams/Negotiate with others
Work with Information: Acquire and evaluate data/Organize and maintain information/Interpret and communicate data
Apply Systems Knowledge: Work within social systems/Work within organizational systems/Monitor and correct system performance 

Foundation Skills
Demonstrate Basic Skills: Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening
Demonstrate Thinking Skills: Creative thinking/Decision making/Problem solving/Thinking logically
Exhibit Personal Qualities: Individual responsibility/Sociability/Self-management

Recommended: The Wall Street Journal ( special student rates and online videos ).

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Instructor: Gemmy Allen, Professor
Office:
Mountain View College, 4849 W. Illinois Ave., Rm. W223, Dallas, Texas 75211.
Voice: 214.860.8626
e-mail: gemmyallen@dcccd.edu
fax: 214.860.8592 

Note:
The instructor reserves the right to modify the course requirements, assignments, grading procedures, and other related policies as circumstances so dictate.

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