602.412 (19W) Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising

Wintersemester 2019/20

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First course session
07.01.2020 09:00 - 15:00 S.0.05 On Campus
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Overview

Lecturer
Course title german Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising
Type Lecture - Course (continuous assessment course )
Hours per Week 2.0
ECTS credits 4.0
Registrations 50 (40 max.)
Organisational unit
Language of instruction English
Course begins on 07.01.2020
eLearning Go to Moodle course
Seniorstudium Liberale Yes

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Course Information

Intended learning outcomes

This course introduces the student to the unique challenges associated with developing andimplementing successful advertising campaigns globally.  The course mixes both theoretical andpractical perspectives in addressing the dynamics of advertising as itfunctions within the international marketing mix.  The course is designed to help students understandkey issues that advertisers must keep in mind in creating effective programsfor foreign markets: cultural norms and values, economic policies, legalconstraints, political environments, social contexts, and more.  Both theprocess and product of international advertising are addressed – from researchand strategy development to creative execution and media planning.   

Teaching methodology including the use of eLearning tools

INTERNATIONAL ADVERTISING COURSE OVERVIEW

 Tuesday, January 7:     Role of Advertising in the Marketing Mix

(9:00 – 15:00)                    Growth of International Business/Advertising

                                           Forces Restraining International Business/Advertising

International Marketing: Competing in a Global Environment

Wednesday, January 8:    The International Marketing Mix

(9:00 – 15:00)                    The International Marketing Environment

                                           The Role of Culture in International Business/Advertising

Thursday, January 9:     The Role of Culture Continued

(9:00 – 15:00)                    Culture and Values

                                           Frameworks for Examining Cultural Variation

                                           The Science of Buying & Selling:

                                           Why We Buy

Friday, January 10:      Creative Strategy & Execution

(9:00 – 15:00)                    London International Advertising Awards

Proliferation of Advertising Around the Globe                  

EXAM

Examination information

Im Fall von online durchgeführten Prüfungen sind die Standards zu beachten, die die technischen Geräte der Studierenden erfüllen müssen, um an diesen Prüfungen teilnehmen zu können.

Examination methodology

Exam (100 points):  On Friday afternoon January 10th (approximately 13:00 – 15:00) students will complete a comprehensive exam.  The exam is based on class lectures (50%) and all readings (50% -- textbook chapters 5, 7, 8, 9 and 10 as well as several articles).  Readings will be available on Moodle approximately eight weeks prior to the beginning of the seminar. In order to do well in this class, you are strongly encouraged to complete ALL readings.  Exam will be in English and will consist of a combination of true/false and short answer questions. 

                        Culture & Ad Assignment (40 points): Students are to select an ad that is particularly appropriate (or inappropriate) for a foreign culture.  You will address your rationale in a short 1-2 page paper. For print ads, please include a copy of the ad.  For broadcast ads, please provide source where this ad can be accessed. Hard copy of the assignment is due in class Wednesday morning January 8th (9:00 am). Based on the size of the class, you may be asked to make a brief presentation of your ad. Late papers docked 25%.

Class Participation (10 points):  Students will also be evaluated on class attendance and participation. 

This course is graded on a curve

Grading scheme

Grade / Grade grading scheme

Position in the curriculum

  • Master's degree programme Applied Business Administration (SKZ: 918, Version: 12W.4)
    • Subject: Marketing (Compulsory elective)
      • Special Topics in Consumer Behavior ( 2.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)
        • 602.412 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)
  • Master's degree programme Information Management (SKZ: 922, Version: 19W.1)
    • Subject: Marketing (Compulsory elective)
      • 6.6.3 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior ( 0.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)
        • 602.412 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)
          Absolvierung im 1., 2., 3., 4. Semester empfohlen
  • Master's degree programme Information Management (SKZ: 922, Version: 13W.2)
    • Subject: Marketing (Compulsory elective)
      • 5.6.3 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior ( 2.0h VC/KS / 4.0 ECTS)
        • 602.412 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)
  • Master's degree programme Media and Convergence Management (SKZ: 150, Version: 13W.2)
    • Subject: Electives I - Innovation, Marketing and Law (IML) (Compulsory elective)
      • Special Topics: Consumer Behavior ( 2.0h VK / 4.0 ECTS)
        • 602.412 Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h VC / 4.0 ECTS)

Equivalent courses for counting the examination attempts

Wintersemester 2023/24
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2022/23
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2021/22
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2020/21
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2018/19
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2017/18
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2016/17
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2015/16
  • 602.412 VC Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2014/15
  • 602.412 VK Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Sommersemester 2014
  • 602.421 VK Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: Online Video Streaming (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2013/14
  • 602.412 VP Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: International Advertising (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
  • 602.421 VK Special Topics in Consumer Behavior: Branded Entertaiment and Media Studies (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Sommersemester 2013
  • 602.411 VP Special Topics in Consumer Behavior / MIM-Grundlagen 3: Mobile Marketing (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
  • 602.421 VK Special Topics in Consumer Behavior / MIM-Grundlagen 3 + MIM-Vertiefung 2 (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2012/13
  • 602.411 VO MIM-Grundlagen 2: Vorlesung Internationales B2B Marketing (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
  • 602.421 VK Special Topics MIM / MIM-Grundlagen 3/ MIM-Vertiefung 2: Strategic Business-to-Business Marketing (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
  • 602.422 VK Special Topics MIM / MIM-Grundlagen 3/ MIM-Vertiefung 2/ Medienmanagement: Current Issues in Advertising (2.0h / 4.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2011/12
  • 602.412 VP MIM-Grundlagen 3a: Übung/ Medienmanagement: International Advertising (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)
Wintersemester 2010/11
  • 602.412 VP MIM-Grundlagen 3a: Übung/ Medienmanagement: International Advertising (2.0h / 3.0ECTS)