- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Students will explore buyer behavior and motivation using key theories from various social sciences including Anthropology, Sociology, and Psychology. They will apply these theories to contemporary marketing situations. This course will cover many different aspects of consumer behavior including the inner workings in the mind of a consumer and the external influences on the consumer driven process.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$760.09 - $788.37 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Analyze people's consumer-related behaviour using tools of the social sciences
- Apply key concepts of behaviour to marketing situations
- Develop marketing strategies intended to influence those behaviours
Effective as of Winter 2016
Related Programs
Consumer Behaviour (MKTG 3325) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (Marketing Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Event Marketing and Management Strategy
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Professional Sales Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Customer Relationship Marketing
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Entrepreneurship
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Public Relations
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are three offerings of MKTG 3325 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 84185
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 28 Loading
- CRN 84185
- $760.09 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Patricia Browne
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist and please include your full name and student ID.
Status
CRN 87775
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 25 Loading
- CRN 87775
- $788.37 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Wed | 17:30 - 20:30 | Downtown DTC Rm. 460 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
David Gray
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is held in-person at the downtown campus. To be successful in this course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, starting week 1. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist and please include your full name, student ID, course code and CRN.
Status
CRN 87737
Dates
Jan 19 - Feb 28 Loading
- CRN 87737
- $760.09 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19 - Feb 28 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
Tracey Renzullo
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist and please include your full name and student ID.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.