Strategic Marketing Training Course
Strategic Marketing involves the planning, execution, and refinement of marketing strategies that align with an organization’s business goals and objectives.
This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate marketing professionals who aim to develop and execute effective marketing strategies, analyze market trends, and maximize ROI in competitive markets.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core principles of strategic marketing and its importance in business success
- Conduct market research to identify target audiences and competitive positioning
- Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy with clear goals and KPIs
- Implement digital and traditional marketing tactics effectively
- Evaluate and optimize marketing campaigns for better performance
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to Strategic Marketing
- Defining strategic marketing and its objectives
- Understanding the role of marketing in business strategy
- Analyzing market trends and competitive landscapes
Market Research and Analysis
- Conducting qualitative and quantitative market research
- Segmenting target audiences and defining buyer personas
- Identifying market opportunities and threats
Developing a Marketing Strategy
- Setting clear marketing objectives and goals
- Building value propositions and competitive positioning
- Creating a marketing mix: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion
Implementing Marketing Tactics
- Exploring digital marketing channels (SEO, PPC, social media)
- Integrating traditional marketing methods
- Allocating budgets and resources effectively
Evaluating and Optimizing Campaigns
- Measuring performance using key metrics and analytics
- Identifying areas for improvement and making data-driven decisions
- Using feedback loops to refine strategies
Final Project: Strategic Marketing Plan
- Developing a marketing strategy for a real-world case study
- Presenting the strategy to peers or instructors
- Receiving feedback and actionable insights
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of marketing principles
- Familiarity with business strategy concepts is helpful but not required
Audience
- Marketing professionals
- Business strategists
- Brand managers
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
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Testimonials (2)
Irma was attuned to us as learners and our business needs. It was clear that she was actively listening to us from the informed feedback she then provided.
Siobhan - Raintree
Course - Digital Marketing for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Found the entire two days of training very informative and educational, but the content covered on Day 2 (Social Media & Mobile Marketing, Analytics, as well as Strategy & Planning) was the most valuable to me as it relates directly to my current line of work.
Sithabiso - Vodacom
Course - Digital Marketing
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