Principles of Marketing

                                    BUSN 2060

                                                                    FALL 2006

Lee M. Chartier                                                        

Assistant Professor of Business                            

Community College of Rhode Island                                 

(401) 825 - 2252/2324                                            

Office Hours: M, W, F – 8-9am, 1-2pm

Office Location: Third Floor, 3086

email: lchartier@cox.net

Text: Contemporary Marketing 2006, Boone & Kurtz

 

Learning Outcomes

·        Explain the components of marketing and how it fits into the value chain.

·        Identify the basic elements of a marketing strategy

·        Explain the different strategies that are used for different markets

·        Identify the components of the marketing environment and how they impact marketing

·        Explain each component of the marketing mix

·        Demonstrate an understanding of the entire marketing process.

 

AND…

·        Conduct research and analyze information by using both human and technological resources – including online databases

·        Communicate effectively through both oral and written presentations.

·        Work effectively as a team member through group projects, case studies, and problem analysis

·        Examine and reflect upon their own career interests as they relate to the field of marketing.

 

Course Outline:

 

The following is an outline of topics and text chapters covered during this course. Weeks allocated for each topic may vary as some subject matter or activities require more or less time based on class understanding or interest.  (See text Table of Contents for specific topics for each chapter)

 

Weeks 1-4                 Chapters 1, 2, 3

                                    Small Group Assignment / Presentation                           

                                    Test # 1

 

Weeks 5-7                 Chapters 4, 5, 6, 7

                                    Small Group Assignment / Presentation

                                    Test #2

 

Weeks 8-10               Chapters 8, 9, 10

                                    Small Group Assignment / Presentation

                                    Test #3

 

Weeks 11-15             Chapters 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19                           

                                    (portions)

                                    Test #4, All Make-up Tests Given

                                   

Course Requirements:

 

Class lectures and discussions will be comprised of a combination of material covered in the text and information from a variety of other sources including current events.  Students are also required to read and be familiar with all materials distributed in class and through email.

 

Four (4) tests will be given during the semester. In addition, students will be required to complete three small group assignments / presentations, one short written assignment (approximately 2 pages) and may complete a second one for extra credit.  More information and specific dates will be given during the semester.

 

Students who miss a test will be required to complete a make-up essay test (on the topics covered on the test they missed) during the last week of the semester.  Failure to do so will result in a grade of "0". THIS IS THE ONLY TIME WHEN MAKE-UP TESTS WILL BE GIVEN.  Students who earn a grade of “A” after the 4th test will not be required to take the final exam.

 

Attendance: Attendance (punctual) is expected of all students. Students who must miss class are responsible for catching up on work missed by borrowing classmates' notes and requesting copies of any handouts or assignments.

 

Classroom Courtesy: Students are required to treat each other and the instructor with respect at all times and will be asked to leave the class if they fail to do so.  CELL PHONES MUST BE TURNED OFF DURING CLASS.

 

Accommodations: Students who have or believe they have a disability and
require accommodations to meet course requirements, are encouraged to
meet with me to work out an equitable method for evaluating your class
performance.   Contact:: Ms. Alda McMahon.  825-2164, amcmahon@ccri.edu 

                       

Grading:

 

4 Tests                                                                       40% (10% each)      

3 Small Group Assignments/Presentations           20% (10% each)

Individual Paper / Class Discussion                       10%

Participation (attendance, cooperation)                10%

Final Exam                                                                 10%