Introduction to Business Marketing and Social Media Marketing QLS Level 3

Course Code

OSC1196

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Do you want to study marketing and social media but haven’t got the time to go back to college every day? This bundle is an ideal way to study traditional marketing theory and the latest techniques using social media.

Learn what marketing is and how it is practised successfully
Study marketing theory such as life cycles, product portfolios and marketing strategy
Learn all about markets, segmentation and pricing strategy and competition
Discover how to promote products and coordinate promotional activity in a way that gets results
Gain an in-depth knowledge of the reasons and requirements for social media marketing
Discover the importance of aligning your social media marketing with a business plan
Learn how to implement and monitor your use of social media
Discover the tools you can use to optimise your social media marketing plan

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This course will allow you to study the convenient way! You decide when and where you learn, at your own pace. Your coursework can be submitted by either post or email, making it easy and hassle-free.

All your course materials will then be delivered to you by post or email, so it couldn’t be simpler. Our experienced and friendly tutors are there to help you every step of the way by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Duration

Up to 2 years.

Study Hours

Approximately 160 hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Introduction to Business Marketing and Social Media Marketing Level 3.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

Introduction to Business Marketing QLS Level 3

Introduction to marketing
Marketing and value
The value chain
Markets
Corporate objectives
Target markets
Marketing mix

Marketing and growth
Market life cycles
Marketing strategies at different stages of the life cycle
Market share
Patenting
Product portfolios
The Boston matrix

Competition
Adding value
The competitive compass
Product ranges
Tactical pricing

Inbound logistics
What place means for an industry
Market segmentation
Deciding how to segment a market
Segmentation and value
Segmentation and place

Promotional activities
Life cycle and promotion
Promoting to different market segments
Promoting what people value
Different kinds of advertising

Social Media Marketing Level 3

Benefits of social media marketing
Differences between traditional media and social media
Top social media platforms available
Laws and legislation relating to social media

Defining your business vision, aims, objectives and goals
The positive and negative effects of social media on business
Psychology and social media
Selecting appropriate social networking tools

Social media policy and your business
Key steps to developing a social media strategy
Analysing risk and developing a contingency plan
Measuring the success of social media

Current social media landscape and business trends
Explore social media campaigns
Benefits of various social media tools
Integrating social media tools into your business plan

Measuring business performance
Social media monitoring tools
Digital marketing media tools and your business

Reviewing your business plan
Using strategic analysis tools
Identifying key changes within your business plan
Implement changes in your business plan

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of written assignments, which you submit to your tutor for marking. There is no external examination required.

Course Duration

Once enrolled, you will have two years to complete this bundle (one year per course), which will allow you to work at your own pace without the pressure of tight deadlines. You will also receive 12 months tutor support for each course, so you can feel confident that you’ll get the help you need. The bundle will take you approximately 160 hours. Studying around your work and family commitments has never been easier.

Study Method

This course will enable you to work when and where you want. You can study from home or at work; it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or sent to you via email. You will also receive our tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive two Certificates of Achievement by The Quality License Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (this lists details of all the units you have completed as part of your course).

Awarding body

This course has been endorsed by the Quality License Scheme for its high-quality. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

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FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
*Comprehensive study guide
*Open Study College pen and highlighter
*Student notebook

* Not included with the online study option

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