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Event Marketing MKTG 1017

Marketing Management Course

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International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

​For any event – regardless of purpose - creating "buzz" or generating attendance is absolutely vital! You will be introduced to marketing fundamentals such as the 4 P's of marketing, SWOT analysis, event branding, and advertising in order to develop a marketing plan for a simulated event that will positively impact event attendance and / or growth. You will be required to develop a comprehensive event or festival marketing plan.

Prerequisite(s)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

3.0

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Conduct basic market research, including a situational analysis, to define target market segments.
  • Write compelling positioning statements and unique value propositions reflective of the target audiences' needs and stakeholder expectations.
  • Determine strategic event pricing based on market research and ensure alignment with event budget, forecast and goals.
  • Develop an event marketing plan that meets the goals and objectives of the event stakeholders.
  • Distinguish between the relative strengths of print, electronic, and other advertising mediums to enable the development of effective marketing communications.

Effective as of Fall 2021

Related Programs

Event Marketing (MKTG 1017) is offered as a part of the following programs:

  • Indicates programs accepting international students.
  • Indicates programs with a co-op option.

School of Business + Media

  1. Sustainable Event Management
    Certificate Part-time
  2. Tourism and Hospitality
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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