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MKT859Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Industrial Marketing

This course acquaints you with issues and decisions in the Marketing of Industrial products. You will learn of the issues, policies and strategies in marketing of Industrial products to Industrial customers. The aim of this course is to acquaint you with some issues, policies and strategies in the marketing of Industrial products to governments, businesses and organizations.

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65h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Industrial MarketingB2B MarketingOrganizational BuyingSales Force ManagementMarketing Strategy

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Industrial Marketing Principles

2

Organizational Buying Behavior

3

Sales Force Management

4

Pricing Strategies

5

Marketing Communication

6

Distribution Channels

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Self-Assessment Exercises

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Sales Manager

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Marketing Manager

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Business Development Manager

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Account Manager

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Product Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ManufacturingTechnologyConstructionHealthcareGovernment

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Background On Industrial marketing

4h

Unit 1: Overview of Industrial Marketing

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 1: Overview of Industrial Marketing
  • Understand product classification and categorization of marketing
  • Differentiate between consumer and industrial marketing
Week
2

Module 1: Background On Industrial marketing

4h

Unit 2: Challenges and Priorities Unique to Industrial Marketing

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 2: Challenges and Priorities Unique to Industrial Marketing
  • Identify priorities of industrial marketing
  • Understand challenges faced by industrial marketers
Week
3

Module 1: Background On Industrial marketing

5h

Unit 3: Perspectives and Stages of Organizational Buying Process

5 study hours
  • Read Unit 3: Perspectives and Stages of Organizational Buying Process
  • Understand perspectives in industrial marketing
  • Explain the customer activity cycle
  • Describe stages of organizational buying process
Week
4

Module 1: Background On Industrial marketing

4h

Unit 4: Similarities and Differences between Industrial and Consumer Marketing

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 4: Similarities and Differences between Industrial and Consumer Marketing
  • Discuss basic concepts and tools similar in consumer and industrial marketing
  • Explain derived demand
  • Describe the role of individuals in industrial marketing
Week
5

Module 2: Industrial buyers, Customers And Products

4h

Unit 1: Industrial Buying Issues

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 1: Industrial Buying Issues
  • Understand organizational decision making
  • List criteria used in buying behavior
  • Explain buying situations
Week
6

Module 2: Industrial buyers, Customers And Products

4h

Unit 2: Types Of Industrial Customers

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 2: Types of Industrial Customers
  • Identify types of commercial enterprises
  • List and explain government agencies
  • Describe organizations under institutions
Week
7

Module 2: Industrial buyers, Customers And Products

4h

Unit 3: Characteristics Of Industrial Markets

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 3: Characteristics of Industrial Markets
  • Explain joint demand
  • Understand how industrial customers are few and geographically concentrated
  • Describe complex organizational buying behavior
Week
8

Module 2: Industrial buyers, Customers And Products

4h

Unit 4: Industrial Products

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 4: Industrial Products
  • Describe raw and processed materials
  • Discuss component parts
  • Explain MRO supplies
Week
9

Module 3: Managing Industrial Products And Sales Force

4h

Unit 1: Managing Industrial Products And Services

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 1: Managing Industrial Products And Services
  • Discuss industrial products and product service
  • List and explain the three types of product
  • Discuss the characteristics of services
Week
10

Module 3: Managing Industrial Products And Sales Force

5h

Unit 2: Sales Force Management In Industrial Marketing

5 study hours
  • Read Unit 2: Sales Force Management in Industrial Marketing
  • Explain personal selling and relate it to industrial marketing
  • List and discuss the sales tasks of industrial salesmen
  • Describe ethical dilemmas industrial salesmen face
Week
11

Module 3: Managing Industrial Products And Sales Force

4h

Unit 3: Customers And Sales Territories

4 study hours
  • Read Unit 3: Customers and Sales Territories
  • Discuss the significance of sales territories in industrial marketing
  • Explain the characteristics of sales territories
  • Identify the objectives of sales territories
Week
12

Module 3: Managing Industrial Products And Sales Force

5h

Unit 4: Sales Territories Planning, Design And Redistricting

5 study hours
  • Read Unit 4: Sales Territories Planning, Design and Redistricting
  • Explain sales territory planning and management
  • Describe the design of sales territories
  • Discuss the factors influencing or determining the size of sales territories
Week
13

Final Revision

6h

Final Revision

6 study hours
  • Review all modules and units
  • Work on assignments and TMAs
  • Prepare for final examination

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit learning outcomes and self-assessment exercises

2

Create a glossary of key terms and concepts from each module

3

Practice applying marketing strategies to real-world industrial scenarios

4

Focus on understanding the differences between consumer and industrial marketing

5

Review sales force management techniques and ethical considerations

6

Create concept maps linking pricing strategies, distribution channels, and communication methods

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