- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Inspiration, intuition and innovation. What is your brand culture? How is it represented and to whom? Brand Innovation and Development examines the critical steps and expertise involved in developing and presenting a successful brand, product, service or experience from concept to delivery. It begins with understanding brand users and how they co-create brand meaning to shape products and systems. Building and maintaining a brand position while managing growth or refreshing a brand to enhance consistency and relevance are also explored.
Prerequisite(s)
- Prior knowledge of branding basics recommended.
Credits
3.0
- Retired
- This course has been retired and is no longer offered. Find other Flexible Learning courses that may interest you.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Apply essential elements of brand innovation and development – understanding brand equity, building the internal case, developing the brand position, validating and tracking results.
- Understand the four authors of brand meaning – customers, the organization, pop culture and influencers.
- Discuss the evolution of brand strategies.
- Describe the role of research, balanced with instinctive, entrepreneurial approaches to innovation.
- Identify and evaluate brand touchpoints, behavior and marketplace traction.
- Develop a written report and presentation using the concepts of brand innovation and development for a new product, brand, service or experience.
- Identify and assess key issues of brand consistency vs. relevance, internal and external brand launches, ethics and brand crises.
- Apply the key principles involved in evaluating, revitalizing and refreshing brands.
Effective as of Fall 2021
Related Programs
Brand Innovation and Development (MKTG 3406) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Global Business Studies
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Tourism and Hospitality
Associate Certificate Part-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.