Sep 20, 2026  
2026 - 2027 Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Catalog 
    
2026 - 2027 Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Catalog
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MKT 110 - Principles of Marketing


Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 3.00
This course provides an overview of fundamental marketing principles and practices, emphasizing customer-driven strategies to attract and retain target markets. Topics include market research, web-based selling, the global marketplace, branding, ethical decision-making, and the marketing mix - product, price, place, and promotion. No

Prerequisite(s): At least one business course. 
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Explain fundamental marketing concepts and terminology, including the marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion) and the role of marketing in organizations.
  • Analyze consumer behavior and market segmentation to identify target markets and customer needs.
  • Apply marketing strategies to develop and position products or services that create value for customers and organizations.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of promotional tools and digital marketing techniques in reaching and influencing target audiences.
  • Demonstrate ethical and socially responsible decision-making in marketing practices and business communications.



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