Course Title: Assess marketing opportunities
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: MKTG6123C
Course Title: Assess marketing opportunities
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5401 - Diploma of Fashion Styling
Course Contact: Anni Juracich
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9236
Course Contact Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Michelle Interlandi
michelle.interlandi@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course
Course Description
In this course you will explore the marketing process from identifying marketing opportunities through to analysis and evaluation of these opportunities. You will align your evaluation according to the marketing objectives of a business.
You will explore keys marketing concepts and develop skills and knowledge for segmenting, profiling and targeting a market.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBMKG431 Assess marketing opportunities |
Element: |
1. Identify marketing opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Select target market according to task requirements and in consultation with required personnel 1.2 Establish marketing objectives, organisational structure, and business and marketing plans according to task and organisational requirements 1.3 Review existing marketing clients and external environment for gaps and opportunities 1.4 Research and document marketing opportunities according to target market |
Element: |
2. Analyse opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Perform a market segmentation according to task requirements 2.2 Identify relevant marketing factors for analysis of market segmentation according to task requirements 2.3 Review market segments against identified marketing factors 2.4 Identify opportunities for focus of marketing efforts |
Element: |
3. Evaluate opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Analyse opportunities against marketing objectives 3.2 Select preferred marketing opportunities in consultation with relevant personnel 3.3 Document opportunities for presentation to management |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge to demonstrate competency in all the elements (+ performance criteria) listed for this unit within a fashion styling context.
Details of Learning Activities
The activities in this course have been designed to give you the opportunity to put into practice all the theory learned in class. These activities include:
- class exercises to review class presentations/ theory
- practical demonstrations
- design activities or projects
- individual and group activities
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/assessor feedback
Teaching Schedule
WEEK |
TOPIC |
ACTIVITIES |
01 |
Introduction to the course |
Overview of the course Overview of assessments Introduction to key concepts |
02 |
Introduction to Marketing |
Identify marketing opportunities
|
03 |
Introduction to Marketing |
Marketing strategy and planning Organisational structures |
04 |
Introduction to Marketing |
Segmentation, profiling and targeting - introduction Market research: ABS Statistics |
05 |
Introduction to Marketing |
Australian Marketing Institute Code of Professional Conduct. Marketing roles & legislation |
06 |
Introduction to Marketing |
AT1 Knowledge questions Due Assessment 2 Introduced Revision |
07 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
The Segmentation Targeting/ Profiling process |
08 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Feedback Sessions |
09 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Segmentation+ Targeting/ profiling workshop
|
10 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Marketing Objectives |
11 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Marketing Objectives
|
12 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Marketing Opportunities
|
13 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
Objectives & Opportunities workshop |
14 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities |
AT2 -Submit for revision: Assessing Marketing Opportunities Draft Due
|
15 |
Assess Marketing Opportunities
|
Adjustments to Assess Marketing Opportunities AT2 Assessing Marketing Opportunities -SubmitDue
|
16 - 17 |
Feedback or re- submission week |
Resubmissions |
Note - While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on the class needs and availability of resources
Mid Semester break 29 August - 02 September
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You will have access to the most updated versions of the required softwares we will use in this course.
Additionally, the University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include a range of practical and theory components. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit Assessment
If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Assessment Tasks
Assessment task 1 - Marketing Knowledge Questions Due Week 6
You will be asked to answer questions relating to your understanding of the basic marketing concepts and principles
Assessment task 2 - Assessing Marketing Opportunities Due Draft Week 14 & Final Week 15
This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your skills in identifying marketing opportunities and analysing and evaluating opportunities according to organisational marketing objectives.
Your First draft is due Week 14 & Final submission Week 15
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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