Program Overview

  • Duration

    3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    01

  • Total Credit Hours

    6

In our Product and Brand Management program at Hudson Bay University, we offer students a comprehensive and well-rounded education in the world of advertising. Our expert faculty members provide a supportive learning environment, guiding students to develop the knowledge, creativity, and critical thinking abilities required to excel in the ever-evolving field of brand management.

Core Business Foundation:

The program typically begins with a solid foundation in core business disciplines, such as accounting, marketing, finance, management, and organizational behavior. This equips students with a well-rounded understanding of how businesses operate.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKING:

Beyond the classroom, the College of Business places a strong emphasis on professional development and networking. Our students have access to a wide range of opportunities, including career fairs, industry conferences, and guest speaker events.


GLOBAL BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT:

The College of Business is committed to preparing students for success in a globalized business environment. Our programs offer unique opportunities for international engagement, including study abroad programs, global business competitions, and collaborations with multinational corporations.

Explore marketing channels, covering the distribution of products and the role of marketing channels in the supply chain. Analyze distribution channels, logistics, and their impact on product distribution.


Discuss current issues in brand management, emphasizing contemporary challenges and trends in brand development and management. Analyze brand strategies, brand identity, and the role of branding in marketing.


Study the fundamentals of production planning, focusing on planning and scheduling production processes. Analyze production management, inventory control, and production planning techniques.


Gain an introduction to new product development, covering the process of developing and launching new products. Analyze product innovation, market research, and the stages of new product development.


Provides an introduction to advertising principles and practices. Students learn about advertising strategies, creative concepts, and campaign development, equipping them for careers in advertising and marketing.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE COURSE CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT $1,560
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $1,560
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

6

Course Duration

3 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

01

New Products Development Management (PBM-067)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To New Product Development
     New Product Strategies
     Proactive New Product Development Process
     Market Definition And Entry Strategy
     Idea Generation
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Overview Of The Design Process
     Customer Measurement — A Review
     Perceptual Mapping: Identification Of Strategic Benefits
     Customer Needs And Perceptual Mapping: Methods And Procedures
     Strategic Product Positioning And Customer Preferences
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Benefit Segmentation And Product Positioning
     Estimating Sales Potential: “What-If” Analyses
     Designing For Quality
     Integrated Design: Case Examples
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Advertising And Product Testing
     Pretest Market Forecasting
     Test Marketing
     Launching The Product
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Through Life Cycle
     Organizing For Innovation
     Customizing The New-Product Development Process
     New-Product Development Revisited

Marketing Channels And Distribution Management (PBM-173)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Supply Challenge
     The Evolution Of Purchasing And Supply Management
     The Make Or Buy Decision: A Theoretical Perspective
     Sourcing Strategies And Supply Chain Configurations
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Strategic Supplier Selection
     Supplier Development
     Supply Strategy: The Development Of The Supply Wheel
     Aligning Supply With Corporate Strategy
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Competency And Skills Development For Strategic Supply
     Organizational Structures For Supply Management
     Performance Measurement
     Cost Benefit Analysis
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Interfirm Relationships
     Environmental And Ethical Issues In Supply Management
     Involving Suppliers In New Project Development
     Public And Regulated Supply Management
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Electronic Supply
     The Relevance Of Commodities
     Services Procurement
     The Future - A Trajectory For Supply Management

Advanced Marketing Communications (PBM-424)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Know Why Service Matters
     Use Behaviors That Engage Your Customers
     Apply Your Best Listening Skills
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Use The Telephone Right For Good Service
     Use Friendly Web Sites And Electronic Communication
     Recognize And Deal With Customer Turnoffs
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Get Customer Feedback
     Recover The Potentially Lost Customer
     Exceed Expectations With Value
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Give Customers A-Plus Information
     Exceed Customer Expectations With Convenience
     Managing Your Time And Tasks To Reduce Stress
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Get Employees To Give Great Service
     Recognize The Emerging Trends In Customer Service

Strategic Brand Management (PBM-479)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Brands Brand Management
     Customer-Based Brand Equity
     Brand Positioning
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Choosing Brand Elements To Build Brand Equity
     Designing Marketing Programs To Build Brand Equity
     Integrating Marketing Communications To Build Brand Equity
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Leveraging Secondary Brand Associations To Build Brand Equity
     Developing A Brand Equity Measurement Management System
     Measuring Sources Of Brand Equity: Capturing Customer Mindset
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Measuring Outcomes Of Brand Equity: Capturing Market Performance
     Designing And Implementing Branding Strategies
     Introducing And Naming New Products And Brand Extensions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Managing Brands Over Time
     Managing Brands Over Geographic Boundaries And Market Segments
     Closing Observations

Advanced Marketing Research (ADV-796)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Marketing Research
     Developing The Marketing Research Problem
     Research Design
     Exploratory Research Design: Secondary Data
     Exploratory Research Design: Qualitative Research
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Descriptive Research Design: Survey And Observation
     Causal Research Design: Experimentation
     Measurement And Scaling: Fundamentals And Comparative Scaling
     Measurement And Scaling: Non-Comparative Scaling Techniques
     Questionnaire And Form Design
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sampling: Design And Procedures
     Sampling: Final And Initial Sample Size Determination
     Fieldwork
     Data Preparation
     Frequency Distribution, Cross-Tabulation, And Hypothesis Testing
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Analysis Of Variance And Covariance
     Correlation And Regression
     Discriminant And Logit Analysis
     Factor Analysis
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cluster Analysis
     Multidimensional Scaling And Conjoint Analysis
     Report Preparation And Presentation
     International Marketing Research