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    Contents

    Section 1. Subject at a Glance .............................................................................................................. 41.1 Staff contact details ........................................................................................................................ 4

    1.2 Student participation requirements ................................................................................................. 4

    1.3 Key dates ....................................................................................................................................... 4

    Section 2. Subject Details ..................................................................................................................... 5

    2.1 Subject description ......................................................................................................................... 5

    2.2 Subject and course learning outcomes ........................................................................................... 5

    KKnowledge; SSkills; AApplication of Knowledge & Skills ........................................................ 5

    2.3 Learning and teaching in this subject ............................................................................................. 5

    2.4 Student feedback on subject .......................................................................................................... 5

    2.5 Subject resources and special requirements .................................................................................. 6

    Section 3. Assessment Details ............................................................................................................. 73.1 Requirements for completion of subject.......................................................................................... 7

    3.2 Feedback on student learning ........................................................................................................ 7

    3.3 Assessment Tasks ......................................................................................................................... 7

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    Section 1. Subject at a Glance

    The following summary provides a quick reference to the most important aspects of this subject. Please ensurethat you have read the entire subject guide in full.

    1.1 Staff contact details

    The following staff members are responsible for the preparation or delivery of this subject. Please contact therelevant staff member if you have any concerns during the study period.

    Teaching team Staff member Campus Room Phone EmailConsultation

    times*

    Subject Coordinator Prof. Lynne Eagle Townsville 478 15717 [email protected] n/a

    Lecturer Gregory Trotman Brisbane L6 30017853 [email protected]

    Thurs 11-12.30

    Wed 11-12.30

    *Other consultation times by appointment only.

    1.2 Student participation requirements

    The JCU Learning, Teaching and Assessment Policy (4.3) indicates that, a 3 credit point subjectwill require a 130 hourwork load of study-related participation (including class attendance) over the duration of the study period, irrespective ofmode of delivery. This work load comprises timetabled hoursand other attendance requirements, as well as personalstudy hours, including completion of assessment requirements. Note that attendance at specified classes may be a

    mandatory requirement for satisfactory completion of some subjects(Learning, Teaching and Assessment Policy, 5.9); andthat additional hours may be required per week for those students in need of English language, numeracy or otherlearning support.

    Key subject activities Time Day/ DateRoom/

    Location

    Lecture 1.00pm2.50pm TuesdayCommences: 17 November, 2015

    Room 303

    W k h 3 00 4 50 T d R 303

    mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]
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    Section 2. Subject Details

    2.1 Subject description

    This subject is a review of current marketing practices, it presents the theoretical underpinning of practice, and

    examines trends and the role of the consumer in the marketing practice.

    Marketing is an evolving and dynamic area of business. In this subject we will explore the core concepts andtheories of marketing, with a focus on applying these to your own experiences as a consumer. We will studyexamples of real companies, real marketing decision makers and the real-life marketing issues that they havefaced in recent times. We will also examine examples of companies that make ethical and sustainable decisionsto help their brand and society, and explain how companies are using the latest technological advances in creativeways to get their message to consumers.

    2.2 Subject and course learning outcomes

    The following table shows the alignment between the learning outcomes at the subject level and assessment. Students whosuccessfully complete this subject will be able to

    Subject Learning Outcomes Assessment

    1. critically evaluate and apply marketing principles and theories to

    selected "real life" organisations and case studies;

    Case Study, Marketing Plan,Examination

    2. apply the strategic planning and marketing decision process; Marketing Plan, Examination

    3. evaluate new social media and their value in a marketingcontext;

    Marketing Plan, Examination

    4. appraise marketing from a holistic perspective within theorganisation.

    Case Study, Marketing Plan,Examination

    C L i O t A t

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    2.5 Subject resources and special requirements

    Prescribed Texts

    Solomon, M., Hughes, A., Chitty, B., Marshall, G., Stuart, E. (2012). Marketing: real people, real choices (3rded.). Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson.

    Further Reading

    Belz, F-M. & Peattie, K. (2012). Sustainability Marketing. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons. Cravens, D.W. & Piercy, N.F. (2008). Strategic Marketing (9th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. Emery, B. (2012). Sustainable Marketing. Harlow: Pearson. Lehmann, D.R. & Winer, R.S. (2008).Analysis for Marketing Planning (7th ed). Boston: McGraw-Hill. Lovelock, C., Patterson, P. & Wirtz. (2011). Services Marketing: An Asia-Pacific and Australian Perspective(5th ed.). Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education. Lovelock, C.H. & Wirtz, J. (2007). Services Marketing: People, Technology, Strategy (6th ed). Upper SaddleRiver, NJ: Pearson Education. Martin, D. & Schouten, J. (2012). Sustainable Marketing. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. McDonald, M. & Wilson, H. (2011). Marketing Plans: How to Prepare them, How to use them (7th ed.).Chichester: John Wiley & Sons. Quester, P., Pettigrew, S. & Hawkins, D. (2011). Consumer Behaviour: Implications for Marketing Strategy (6thed.). North Ryde, NSW: McGraw Hill. Reed, P. (2010). Strategic Marketing: Decision Making and Planning (3rd ed.). South Melbourne: CengageLearning Australia.

    Wood, M. (2011). The Marketing Plan Handbook (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.While you may wish to read other textbooks, you may benefit more from developing an understanding of marketingactivities and competitive responses, starting with the examples presented in the prescribed text and in academicpapers. It will be to your advantage while studying this subject to pay as much attention as possible to the marketingactivities going on around you. You can do this in a number of ways:

    Develop close liaison with marketing managers where you work; Regular monitoring of the local, national and international business and financial media; Daily scrutiny of national business newspapers;Accessing international business publications on the internet; and

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    The site for this subject is opened to all participants enrolled in the subject at least seven days prior to the commencement ofthe subject. Browser requirements for LearnJCU are provided on the opening webpage of LearnJCU.

    Section 3. Assessment Details

    3.1 Requirements for completion of subject

    In order to pass this subject, you must obtain a final mark of at least 50% to pass the subject. In addition, theexpectation is to obtain at least an average of 50% over all invigilated components (supervised individualassessment) within a subject to pass the subject overall. Any student who does not achieve a pass in theinvigilated components may, in exceptional circumstances, be reviewed by the School Assessment Committee.

    Students who have completed less than 100% of the assessment will be subject to review by the SchoolAssessment Committee which could result in an overall fail.

    It is important to be aware that assessment is always subject to final ratification following the examinationperiod and that no single result represents a final grade in a subject (Learning, Teaching and AssessmentPolicy 5.21.). Raw marks gained in part or all of the assessment will be moderated by the subject coordinatoracross all campuses. Based on this process adjustments to raw marks may occur to align grading acrosscampuses.

    3.2 Feedback on student learning

    Students can expect to have feedback no later than 21 days after the due date of the submitted assessment

    item.

    3.3 Assessment Tasks

    ASSESSMENT TASK 1: CASE STUDY

    Aligned course &subject learning

    SLO 1, 4 CLO: K1, S2, S3, A1

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    ASSESSMENT TASK 2: MARKETING PLAN - DESCRIPTIONFor this assessment, you are required to choose a specific Australian organisation (or one operating in Australia)and develop a marketing plan for their product or service. The organisation can be a start-up venture that is attemptingto bring an innovative product or service to the marketplace, or a well-established organisation that is seeking to bemore innovative and creative in their marketing practices. You must have your chosen organisation approved by your

    lecturer prior to commencing this assessment.

    Your marketing plan will be underpinned by sound research and demonstrate thoughtfulness, understanding ofmarketing issues and have an implementation plan to show how the organisation should proceed. Your reportwill include the following:

    A description of the organisation, and the product or service;

    A market analysis, including direct and indirect competitors;

    A PESTLE (political, economic, socio-cultural, technological, legal and ecological) analysis;A SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis;

    A consumer behaviour analysis, including identification of the type of consumer and target market for the product or

    service;

    A marketing plan (4Ps)

    analysis of the product (or service) and branding; pricing strategy; distribution (place) options;

    an outline of an Integrated Marketing Communications plan (IMC: promotion); and,Financial and operational plans; and,

    An implementation and control strategy.

    Be creative but also realistic in developing your marketing plan. Your budget is $50,000. Prepare the report as ifyou were going to be presenting it to the organisation you have chosen. The intention is to create a marketing plan thatthe organisation could actually implement!

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    Section 4. Other Information about Assessment and Student Support

    4.1 Submission and return of assessment

    The ability to adhere to deadlines is a highly desirable attribute that employers seek in our graduates. Right from thebeginning, new students should acquire the habit of meeting deadlines for their work, by organising their study timeappropriately. The following points apply to the submission of assessment

    1. Extensions will be granted in cases of illness or personal issues (medical certificate/counsellors statementrequired). It is at the discretion of the subject co-ordinator/lecturer that extensions will be granted for inescapable,unexpected, documented work commitments (provide documentation). You should contact your lecturer before thedue date if you are likely to require an extension.

    2. Where no prior extension has been approved, late submissions will incur a penalty of 5% per day or part thereof.Weekends are treated as a single full day because university buildings are not usually accessible of over the

    weekend to allow for submission. Assessment tasks will generally not be graded after 14 days past the due da te.

    3. Assignments must be submitted via the Safe Assignmentdrop box on the subject site, LearnJCU. Submissionsmust include a signed JCU cover sheet. Assignments without a signed coversheet will not be graded.

    4. The assessment will be returned with feedback in no more than 21 days from due date of the assessment item.

    4.2 Plagiarism and referencing

    Plagiarism occurs when writers claim ownership of written words or ideas that are not their own. Plagiarism is a form of

    cheatingand any instances of plagiarism will be dealt with promptly according to University procedures. Please see the JCUStudent Academic Misconduct Requirements Policy

    Referencing is a systematic way of acknowledging the sources that you have used. Students should check out the veryhelpful online resources relating to academic writing, referencing and avoiding plagiarism at:

    Writing and Maths Skills Onlinehttp://www-public.jcu.edu.au/learningskills/resources/wsonline/index.htm(In particular, the bookletSummarising, Paraphrasing & Avoiding Plagiarismis a very useful guide).

    The Referencing Libguide

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    Section 5. Subject Calendar

    Week/Date

    Topic ReadingsRecommended Text Exercises,Questions and Case Studies

    RelatedAssessment

    Tutorial/Workshop

    1

    17 NovSession 1: Welcome to the World ofMarketing

    Chapter 1

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.35, Q3.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    Analysing a Case Study

    2

    24 NovSession 2: Strategic Market Planning Chapter 2

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 70, Q3 &Q5.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.71, Q2.

    Case Study, Real Choices at Charlies,p. 73-75.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam Developing a Marketing

    Plan

    3

    1 DecSession 3:Thriving in the MarketingEnvironment

    Chapter 3

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 100, Q2 &Q6.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.101, Q2.

    Case Study,A decision maker atHavaianas, p. 76-77.

    Case Study, Toga Hospitality charmsGermany, p. 104-105.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    4

    8 DecSession 4: Marketing Research Chapter 4

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 144, Q2 &Q4.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.144, Q2.

    Case Study,A decision maker at LoyaltyNew Zealand, p. 110-111.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    5

    15 DecSession 5: Consumer Behaviour Chapter 5

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 180, Q3.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.181, Q2.

    Applying What You Have Learned,p.181, Q2.

    Case Study, Formerly a decision makerat Arriba, p.150-151.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    19 Dec

    3 JanLECTURERECESS

    6

    5 Jan

    Session 6:Business-to-businessMarkets & Target MarketingStrategies and Customer

    Chapter 6, 7 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 205, Q1 & Q2.Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.205, Q2.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

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    Relationship Management Applying What You Have Learned, p.205,Q1.Case Study, Taking lights to another level,p. 208-209.Testing Your Knowledge, p. 235, Q2 & Q4.

    Learning by Doing, p.236, Q1.

    Case Study,A decision maker at ADIG, p.210-211.

    7

    12 Jan

    Session 7A: Creating and Managing

    Products

    Chapter 8 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 279, Q1 &Q2.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.280, Q1 & Q2.

    Case Study,A decision maker at Etiko,p. 242-243.

    Case Study, McDonalds offers burgersthat are a little bit fancy, p. 282-283.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,

    Exam

    Session 7B: Services and Other

    Intangibles

    Chapter 9 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 312, Q1, Q2,Q3 & Q4.Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.312, Q1 & Q2.Case Study,A decision maker at thePhiladelphia76ers, p. 284-285. Additional question:

    Given the choice made by the 76ers, whatwould be the next step to increasing theorganisations marketing sophistication tomaximise ROI?

    8

    19 Jan

    Session 8A: Pricing the Product

    Chapter 10 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 351, Q2 &Q6.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.351, Q3.

    Case Study, Why are Australians payingmore for IT software and hardware thanUS consumers? p. 354-

    355.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    Session 8B: Integrated Marketing

    Communications: One-to-many

    Chapter 11 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 394, Q3 &Q4.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.395, Q3.

    Case Study,A decision maker atHarvest Rain Theatre

    Company, p. 358-359. Additionalquestion: What does the case suggest inrelation to the management and

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    control of HRTC in their new venue?

    9

    26 Jan

    Session 9: One-to-one and

    Many-to-many Communications

    Chapters 12 &13

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 422, Q1 &Q3.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.422, Q1 & Q2.

    Testing Your Knowledge, p. 448, Q1, Q2& Q3.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.449, Q4.

    Learning by Doing, p.449, Q1 (askfriends, family, or analyse your ownconsumer behaviour)

    Case Study,A decision maker atSydney Trapeze School, p. 426-427.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    102 Feb

    Session 10: Delivering Value

    through Supply Chain and Logistics

    Chapter 14 Testing Your Knowledge, p. 487, Q1, Q3& Q4.

    Discussing Choice and Ethical Issues, p.487, Q1 & Q3.

    Case Study,A decision maker atSandhurst Fine Foods, p. 456-457.

    Case Study,Marketing Plan,Exam

    Section 6. Assessment Criteria Sheets

    Refer to Section 3.3, Assessment task 1 & 2 for the criteria and weighting.

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    Rubric Grading Criteria for Case Study Assignment (15%)

    Criteria High distinction85100%

    Distinction7584%

    Credit6574%

    Pass5064%

    Unsatisfactory 049%

    Grade15%

    Identify Key Issues

    Describe unique characteristics of

    the Decisionmakerscase you

    have selected, outline the key

    marketing issues and the

    implications of these.

    SLO 1, 2, 3CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 15%

    Demonstrates a solid

    synopsis of the marketing

    issues central to the case

    and the implications of

    these.

    Exhibits a sound ability to

    explain the marketing

    issues central to the case

    and the implications of

    these.

    Demonstrates a basic

    ability to describe the

    marketing issues in the

    case and the implications

    of these.

    At a minimum identifies

    the marketing issues in

    the case.

    Produced work which

    fails to demonstrate

    understanding of

    marketing knowledge

    pertaining to the case.

    Discussion & Analysis

    Critical analysis/ detailed argument;

    clear and relevant application of

    concepts.

    SLO 1, 2,3

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 40%

    Produces a highly

    detailed and insightful

    argument for selecting

    one of the nonchosen

    options (or a completely

    different course of

    action), which is linked to

    theory, and shows

    effective use of relevant

    research evidence

    sources to support ideas.

    Produces a detailed

    argument for selecting

    one of the nonchosen

    options (or a completely

    different course of

    action), mostly linked to

    theoretical concepts, with

    intermediate use of

    relevant research

    evidence to support

    ideas.

    Produces a reasonable

    argument for selecting

    one of the nonchosen

    options (or a completely

    different course of

    action), with some

    application of theoretical

    concepts and some use of

    relevant research

    evidence to support

    ideas.

    Produces a basic

    argument for selecting

    one of the nonchosen

    options (or a completely

    different course of

    action), with minimal

    application of theoretical

    concepts and basic use of

    relevant research

    evidence to support

    ideas.

    Failure to produce a basic

    argument for selecting

    one of the nonchosen

    options (or a completely

    different course of action)

    and shows no or minimal

    evidence of theory

    application. Key ideas are

    not supported with

    relevant research

    evidence.

    Conclusions & Recommendations

    Concise and logical link to the case;

    recommendations flow from the

    conclusions and add value to the

    organisation.

    SLO 1,2,3

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 25%

    Demonstrates a solidevaluation of the

    marketing challenges and

    possible solutions for the

    organisation in the case,

    with insightful and welljustified

    recommendations for

    future options.

    Conclusions andrecommendations are

    concise and link logically

    to the analysis of the

    case. Relevant future

    based options are noted

    and evaluated for their

    applicability.

    Applies rudimentarythinking that is evidence

    based to recommend

    future options for the

    organisation in the case.

    Conclusions providelimited applicability to

    the organisation in the

    case and its broader

    future based scenario

    options.

    Failed to identify relevantissues in the case. Little

    original analysis shown.

    Content Development

    Logical flow; concise and cohesive.

    CLO S3, A1

    Weight: 10%

    Demonstrates a high

    ability to organise

    content in a logical,

    concise and cohesive

    manner.

    Demonstrates a sound

    ability to organise

    content in a logical,

    concise and cohesive

    manner.

    Demonstrates some

    ability to organise

    content in a logical,

    concise and cohesive

    manner.

    Demonstrates a basic

    ability to organise

    content in a logical,

    concise and cohesive

    manner.

    Demonstrate little or no

    ability to develop and

    organise content in a

    logical, concise and

    cohesive manner.

    Presentation, Style & ReferencingConvey information clearly and

    fluently, in high quality written

    form appropriate for target

    audiences.

    CLO S2, S3

    Weight: 10%

    Presented work isexpressed coherently and

    concisely with zero

    English and/or

    referencing errors.

    Employs appropriatelanguage and accepted

    principles of English and

    APA citation.

    Communicates clearly

    and concisely with

    minimal errors.

    Incorporates appropriatelanguage that generally

    conveys meaning to

    readers. Writing may

    include some errors in

    grammar and/or

    referencing.

    Uses a basicunderstanding of

    language that conveys

    ideas with a number of

    discrepancies pertaining

    to grammar and/or

    referencing.

    Presented work thatdemonstrates a lack of

    literacy and rudimentary

    writing skills. Does not

    convey specific meaning.

    Total /100

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    Rubric Grading Criteria for Marketing Plan Assignment (35%)

    Criteria High distinction85100%

    Distinction7584%

    Credit

    6574%

    Pass5064%

    Unsatisfactory 0

    49%

    Grade

    35%

    Executive Summary

    Review theplanshighlights and

    objectives, linking the marketing effort

    to higherlevel strategies and goals.

    SLO 1, 2, 3, 4

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1Weight: 5%

    Exceptional executive

    summary that grabs the

    interest of the reader;

    excellent synopsis of the

    report. Concluding ideas

    and recommendations areclear, concise, stem logically

    from the analysis in the

    body of the report and

    leave a strong impact on

    the reader.

    Sound executive summary

    with solid synopsis of the

    report. Conclusions and

    recommendations are

    concise and stem logically

    from the analysis in thebody of the report.

    Executive summary is clear

    and concise, with a good

    synopsis of the report.

    Concluding remarks show

    that some analysis and

    synthesis of ideas occurred,but some of the conclusions

    are not supported in the

    body of the report.

    Executive summary is

    generally clear and concise,

    with a reasonable synopsis

    of the report. Concluding

    remarks show that basic

    analysis and synthesis ofideas occurred, but most of

    the conclusions are not

    supported in the body of

    the report.

    No executive summary or

    limited attempt at an

    executive summary.

    There is no or minimal

    indication that the author

    tried to synthesise thereport or make conclusions

    based on the research

    conducted.

    Current Market Situation &

    Target Market, Customer Analysis and

    Positioning

    Describe unique characteristics of the

    organisation and the product or

    service. Analyse events and trends in

    the environment that can affect the

    organisation, its marketing and

    stakeholders: market analysis, PESTLEanalysis and SWOT analysis. Also

    consumer behaviour analysis and

    segmentation, targeting and

    positioning decisions.

    SLO 1, 2, 3, 4

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 30%

    Exceptionally researched

    and extremely detailed

    market situation and

    customer analysis.

    Demonstrates excellent

    application of theory with

    effective use of relevant

    research evidence to

    support ideas.

    Wellresearched and

    detailed market situation

    and customer analysis.

    Critical analysis mostly

    linked to theoretical

    concepts, and intermediate

    use of relevant research

    evidence to support ideas.

    Reasonable market

    situation and customer

    analysis with some

    application of theoretical

    concepts and some use of

    relevant research evidence

    to support ideas.

    Basic market situation and

    customer analysis with

    minimal application of

    theoretical concepts and

    basic use of relevant

    research evidence to

    support ideas.

    Failure to demonstrate

    basic market and customer

    analysis and shows no or

    negligible evidence of

    theory application.

    Discussion lacks logical flow

    and key ideas are not

    supported with relevant

    research evidence.

    Objectives, Marketing Strategy &

    Marketing Programmes

    Outline specific marketing, financial

    and societal objectives in the plan.

    Summarise the overall strategy to be

    used in achieving the marketingplan

    objectives by creating, communicatingand delivering value to the target

    market. Details the programmes

    supporting the marketing strategy:

    product, pricing, distribution and

    promotion.

    SLO 1, 2, 3, 4

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 30%

    Demonstrates exceptional

    understanding of the

    marketing concepts and

    develops a creative and

    thoughtful marketing plan,

    with clear and strong links

    between objectives,marketing strategy and

    marketing programmes.

    Demonstrates excellent

    application of theory with

    effective use of relevant

    research evidence to

    support ideas.

    Demonstrates sound

    understanding of the

    marketing concepts and

    develops a marketing plan

    with clear and strong links

    between objectives,

    marketing strategy andmarketing programmes.

    Demonstrates sound

    application of theory with

    intermediate use of

    relevant research evidence

    to support ideas.

    Demonstrates reasonable

    understanding of the

    marketing concepts and

    develops a marketing plan

    that includes objectives,

    marketing strategy and

    marketing programmes.Demonstrates some

    application of theory with

    some use of relevant

    research evidence to

    support ideas.

    Demonstrates basic

    understanding of the

    marketing concepts and

    develops a marketing plan

    with basic coverage of

    objectives, marketing

    strategy and marketingprogrammes. Demonstrates

    basic application of theory

    with minimal use of

    relevant research evidence

    to support ideas.

    Failure to outline specific

    objectives, marketing

    strategy and marketing

    programmes. Shows no or

    negligible evidence of

    theory application.

    Discussion lacks logical flowand key ideas are not

    supported with relevant

    research evidence.

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    Financial and Operational Plans

    Financial and operational

    requirements related to marketing

    programmes: Expected revenues and

    profits; projected budget; schedules

    and responsibilities; and any additional

    information needed for planning and

    implementation.

    SLO 1, 2,3, 5

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1Weight: 15%

    Demonstrates high level

    understanding of financial

    and operational

    requirements related to

    marketing programmes

    including expected

    revenues and profits,

    projected budget, and

    schedules and

    responsibilities for the notforprofitorganisation.

    Demonstrates sound

    understanding of financial

    and operational

    requirements related to

    marketing programmes

    including expected

    revenues and profits,

    projected budget, and

    schedules and

    responsibilities for the notforprofit organisation.

    Demonstrates reasonable

    understanding of financial

    and operational

    requirements related to

    marketing programmes

    including expected

    revenues and profits,

    projected budget, and

    schedules and

    responsibilities for the notforprofitorganisation.

    Demonstrates basic

    understanding of financial

    and operational

    requirements related to

    marketing programmes

    including expected

    revenues and profits,

    projected budget, and

    schedules and

    responsibilities for the notforprofitorganisation.

    Failed to demonstrate basic

    understanding of financial

    and operational

    requirements related to

    marketing programmes

    including expected

    revenues and profits,

    projected budget, and

    schedules and

    responsibilities for the notforprofitorganisation.

    Metrics and implementation control

    Indicates how the plan will be

    implemented and evaluated, including

    metrics for performance

    measurement.

    SLO 1, 2, 3, 4

    CLO K1, S2, S3, A1

    Weight: 15%

    Demonstrates high level

    understanding of

    implementation and control

    processes and measures,

    and excellent application of

    these to the organisation.

    Demonstrates sound

    understanding of

    implementation and control

    processes and measures,

    and solid application of

    these to the organisation.

    Demonstrates reasonable

    understanding of

    implementation and control

    processes and measures,

    and good application of

    these to the organisation.

    Demonstrates basic

    understanding of

    implementation and control

    processes and measures,

    and application of these to

    the organisation.

    Failed to demonstrate basic

    understanding of

    implementation and control

    processes and measures,

    and indicate how the plan

    will be implemented and

    evaluated.

    Presentation, Style & Referencing

    Convey information clearly and

    fluently, in high quality written form

    appropriate for target audiences.

    CLO S2, S3

    Weight: 5%

    Presented work is

    expressed coherently and

    concisely with zero English

    and/or referencing errors.

    Employs appropriate

    language and accepted

    principles of English and

    APA citation. Communicates

    clearly and concisely with

    minimal errors.

    Incorporates appropriate

    language that generally

    conveys meaning to

    readers. Writing may

    include some errors in

    grammar and/or

    referencing.

    Uses a basic understanding

    of language that conveys

    ideas with a number of

    discrepancies pertaining to

    grammar and/or

    referencing.

    Presented work that

    demonstrates a lack of

    literacy and rudimentary

    writing skills. Does not

    convey specific meaning.

    Total /100