Course Overview
This course provides the opportunity to develop a complete communications plan from the situation analysis to creative solutions. It reviews the role of strategic planning as it applies to media, creative, sales promotion and research, and examines those areas of promotion where each fit in the promotional mix and when would each best be applied.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in MKTG 1102
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$653.75 - $683.55 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe a model of the Integrated Marketing Communications process. Explain the steps in developing a marketing communications program.
- Explain how the various decisions of the marketing mix influence and interact with advertising and promotional strategy.
- Explain the importance of advertising and promotion objectives. Differentiate between marketing objectives and communication objectives. Use a comprehensive framework for setting IMC objectives.
- Define advertising creativity. Describe the creative strategy planning process. Assess the effectiveness of various types of message appeals and sources.
- Identify three key decisions for creative tactics. Assess the effectiveness of various creative execution styles.
- Explain the role and functions of specialized marketing communications organizations.
- Explain the reasons for measuring promotional program effectiveness. Evaluate alternative methods for measuring promotional program effectiveness.
- Develop a complete communications plan.
- Describe the advertising regulation system in Canada. Evaluate the ethical perspectives of advertising. Assess the social effects of advertising. Explain the economic role of advertising and its effects on consumer choice, competition, and product costs and prices.
- Cultivate proactive groupthink conduct such as: responsibility, accountability and professionalism that foster team spirit and success.
Effective as of Winter 2023
Related Programs
Introduction to Marketing Communications (MKTG 2202) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Marketing Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Marketing Management
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management
Diploma Full-time
- Marketing Management - Marketing Communications
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Public Relations
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Media Techniques and Marketing Communications
Certificate Part-time
- Nonprofit Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are three offerings of MKTG 2202 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69986
Dates
Jun 01 - Aug 22 Loading
- CRN 69986
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 01 - Aug 22 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Tom Chan
Course outline
Important information
- This course online asynchronous delivery format: you are not required to meet each and every 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. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and ask that your name be added to the waitlist.
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Status
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CRN 68864
Dates
Apr 07 - Jul 04 Loading
- CRN 68864
- $653.75 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jul 04 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Tom Chan
Course outline
Important information
- This course online asynchronous delivery format: you are not required to meet each and every 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. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and ask that your name be added to the waitlist.
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Required
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CRN 68863
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 Loading
- CRN 68863
- $682.03 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Fair Gordon
Course outline
Important information
- This is a blended course that has both in-classroom and online asynchronous sessions. In-person classes are held at the downtown campus. The asynchronous coursework will be done as self-study, but there will be weekly deadlines for assignments and quizzes. 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 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. If this course is showing as full, please email Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your named be added to a waitlist.
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Fall 2026
Below are two offerings of MKTG 2202 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 50159
Dates
Sep 08 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 50159
- $683.55 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
Tom Chan
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- The learning portion of this course is asynchronous, but the exams will be in-person at the downtown campus: Midterm Tuesday October 20th and Final Tuesday December 01 - both at 5:30 pm PST.
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CRN 50160
Dates
Sep 08 - Dec 01 Loading
- CRN 50160
- $683.55 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Dec 01 | Tue | 17:30 - 21:15 | Downtown DTC Rm. 635 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
Tom Chan
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course is held in-person at the downtown campus on Tuesday evenings at 5:30pm PST. To be successful in this course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, starting week 1. I
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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