D174 Marketing Management WGU--
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Sustainability
balancing business needs and social needs over the long term and doing the right thing.
Triple Bottom Line
recognition of the need for organizations to improve the state of people, the planet, and
profit simultaneously if they are to achieve sustainable, long-term growth
one-to-one marketing
an individualized marketing method that utilizes customer information to build long-term,
personalized, and profitable relationships with each customer
relationship orientation
driven by the realization that it is far more efficient and effective to invest in keeping and
cultivating profitable current customers instead of constantly having to invest in gaining new
customers that come with unknown ROI
customer orientation
a company objective based on the premise that the firm should measure itself primarily
according to whether it meets its customers' needs
differentiation orientation
What clearly distinguishes your products from those of competitors in the minds of customers.
-Communicating and delivering value in different ways to different customer groups
Market Orientation
business focuses on the market; responds to customer's needs & wants
Product Orientation
,business focues on the product; develops goods based on what it's good at doing
marketing ethics
societal & professional standard of right & fair practices that are expected of marketing
managers in their oversight of strategy formulation, implementation, and control
Form Utility
created by marketing when raw materials are transformed into a final product to meet a market
need
Time Utility
created by marketing when a product available when needed or desired
Ownership Utility
created by marketing when a product is exchanged with customer
place utility
created by marketing when product is available at a convenient location
value proposition
the whole bundle of benefits a company promises to deliver to the customer, not just the
benefits of the product itself.
Porter's Value Chain Model-
Support Activities
1. Firm's Infrastructure (accounting, finance, management)
2. Human Resources Management
3. Product & Technology Development (R&D)
4. Procurement
Porter's Value Chain Model-
Primary Activities
1. Inbound logistics (inputs)
2. Operations (manufacturing and testing)
3. Outbound logistics (storage and distribution)
4. Marketing and sales
5. After-sales service
Marketing Planning
, 1. marketing plan must be connected to firm's business plan
2. situational analysis - SWOT
3. Perform any needed market research
4. Establish marketing goals & objectives
5. Develop marketing strategies
6. Develop implementation plans
7. Provide for contingency planning
market-driven strategic planning
The process at the corporate or strategic business unit (SBU) level of a firm that acts to marshal
the various resource and functional areas toward a central purpose around the customer.
Strategic Business Unit (SBU)
a relatively autonomous division or organizational unit of a large company that operates
independently but within the corporate umbrella, exercising control over most of the factors
affecting its long-term performance.
BCG Matrix: Stars
High growth/High Postition
-important to building the future of the business
-deserving any needed investment
-Will eventually become a cash cow
BCG Matrix: Cash Cows
Low growth/high position
key source of internal cash generation for the firm
BCG Matrix: Dogs
low growth/low position
potential high cash users & prime candidates for liquidation
BCG Matrix: ?/Problem Child
high growth/low position
high cash needs that, if nurtured properly, can convert into stars
GE Business Screen
Complete Exam Study Guide – Complete
Questions with Correct Detailed Answers |
100% Guaranteed Pass | Brand New
Version
Prepare with confidence using this brand new and fully updated exam study guide designed
to help students achieve excellent results. This document contains complete exam questions
with correct and detailed answers, carefully organized to help you understand key concepts
and strengthen your exam preparation.
Unlike ordinary study notes, this resource focuses on exam-focused questions and accurate
answers that help you review the most important topics quickly and effectively. Each answer
includes clear explanations to help you understand the reasoning behind the correct response
and reinforce your knowledge.
What This Study Guide Includes
✔ Complete exam questions covering essential topics
✔ Correct answers with detailed explanations
✔ Clear and well-structured format for easy revision
✔ Coverage of commonly tested concepts
✔ Updated and brand new version for effective exam preparation
Why This Study Guide Is Helpful
This guide is designed to help students review faster, understand concepts better, and
improve their exam confidence. Practicing with structured questions and reviewing detailed
answers helps strengthen your understanding and prepares you for the types of questions
commonly seen in exams.
Perfect For
• Final exam preparation
• Midterm reviews
,• Self-study and revision
• Strengthening weak subject areas
• Improving academic performance
Whether you are reviewing weeks before the exam or doing last-minute revision, this guide
provides the structured practice and clear explanations needed to succeed.
A powerful study resource designed to support exam success and boost confidence.
Sustainability
balancing business needs and social needs over the long term and doing the right thing.
Triple Bottom Line
recognition of the need for organizations to improve the state of people, the planet, and
profit simultaneously if they are to achieve sustainable, long-term growth
one-to-one marketing
an individualized marketing method that utilizes customer information to build long-term,
personalized, and profitable relationships with each customer
relationship orientation
driven by the realization that it is far more efficient and effective to invest in keeping and
cultivating profitable current customers instead of constantly having to invest in gaining new
customers that come with unknown ROI
customer orientation
a company objective based on the premise that the firm should measure itself primarily
according to whether it meets its customers' needs
differentiation orientation
What clearly distinguishes your products from those of competitors in the minds of customers.
-Communicating and delivering value in different ways to different customer groups
Market Orientation
business focuses on the market; responds to customer's needs & wants
Product Orientation
,business focues on the product; develops goods based on what it's good at doing
marketing ethics
societal & professional standard of right & fair practices that are expected of marketing
managers in their oversight of strategy formulation, implementation, and control
Form Utility
created by marketing when raw materials are transformed into a final product to meet a market
need
Time Utility
created by marketing when a product available when needed or desired
Ownership Utility
created by marketing when a product is exchanged with customer
place utility
created by marketing when product is available at a convenient location
value proposition
the whole bundle of benefits a company promises to deliver to the customer, not just the
benefits of the product itself.
Porter's Value Chain Model-
Support Activities
1. Firm's Infrastructure (accounting, finance, management)
2. Human Resources Management
3. Product & Technology Development (R&D)
4. Procurement
Porter's Value Chain Model-
Primary Activities
1. Inbound logistics (inputs)
2. Operations (manufacturing and testing)
3. Outbound logistics (storage and distribution)
4. Marketing and sales
5. After-sales service
Marketing Planning
, 1. marketing plan must be connected to firm's business plan
2. situational analysis - SWOT
3. Perform any needed market research
4. Establish marketing goals & objectives
5. Develop marketing strategies
6. Develop implementation plans
7. Provide for contingency planning
market-driven strategic planning
The process at the corporate or strategic business unit (SBU) level of a firm that acts to marshal
the various resource and functional areas toward a central purpose around the customer.
Strategic Business Unit (SBU)
a relatively autonomous division or organizational unit of a large company that operates
independently but within the corporate umbrella, exercising control over most of the factors
affecting its long-term performance.
BCG Matrix: Stars
High growth/High Postition
-important to building the future of the business
-deserving any needed investment
-Will eventually become a cash cow
BCG Matrix: Cash Cows
Low growth/high position
key source of internal cash generation for the firm
BCG Matrix: Dogs
low growth/low position
potential high cash users & prime candidates for liquidation
BCG Matrix: ?/Problem Child
high growth/low position
high cash needs that, if nurtured properly, can convert into stars
GE Business Screen
