Information Package

Program of International Finance and Banking

TBS307

BRAND MANAGEMENT

Course Code
TBS307
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understand the definition and general principles of branding.
  2. Create a brand image and effectively position it in the target market.
  3. Learn effective and strategic brand management in both traditional and digital marketing.
  4. Recognize potential issues in the process through case studies and respond appropriately.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThis course aims to provide a thorough understanding of branding strategies and core brand management principles from both consumer and business perspectives. The course covers key elements of strategic brand management, such as brand identity, storytelling, positioning, market segmentation, target audience selection, brand communication, and branding in digital and traditional media. Topics also include perceptual mapping, ethics, and brand-related legal regulations, all enriched with case studies for practical insights.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Course Introduction
2nd Week Basic Concepts
3rd Week Fundamental Principles
4th Week Field Research
5th Week Current Developments in the Global Market
6th Week Product Decisions in Branding
7th Week Case Study
8th Week Midterm Examination
9th Week Branding Decisions
10th Week The Marketing Environment of Brands
11th Week Ethics and Social Responsibility in Branding
12th Week Brand Personality
13th Week Quality and Positioning
14th Week Brand Equity
15th Week General Review
Recommended or Required ReadingKeller, K. L. (2019). Stratejik marka yönetimi: Marka sermayesinin inşası, ölçümü ve yönetimi (4th ed., A. Candemir, Trans.). Nobel Akademik Yayıncılık.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Project
  • Discussion
  • Case Study
  • Presentation
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 20
Total(%) 60
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 60
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 40
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 2 28
Preparation for Final exam 1 30 30
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 1 25 25
Total Work Load147
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.9
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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K3 X X X X
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