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This course embarks on the journey of understanding multicultural marketing's essentials. It elaborates on how culture influences consumer behavior and decision-making, and it explores the roles of multicultural consumer segments, generational and regional subcultures. The course imparts knowledge of various advertising strategies tailored for multicultural markets and discusses concepts like bilingual use, frame-switching, and communication channels' significance.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- understand how culture influences consumer behavior and decision-making processes,
- identify and describe the roles of multicultural consumer segments, generational, and regional subcultures in marketing,
- analyze and apply various advertising strategies tailored for multicultural markets,
- recognize the effects of bilingual use and frame-switching in advertising communication,
- appreciate the importance of different communication channels in multicultural marketing campaigns,
-evaluate real-world multicultural marketing campaigns, identifying their strengths and areas for improvement,
- develop skills to create culturally responsive marketing strategies that acknowledge and appeal to the cultural backgrounds of diverse consumer segments, and
- enhance your multicultural marketing acumen, preparing you for leadership roles in culturally diverse business environments.
In this module, you will become familiar with the course, your classmates, and our learning environment. The orientation will also help you obtain the technical skills required for the course. We will also explore the concept of multiculturalism, its increasing influence in the global marketplace, and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Through case studies and real-world examples, you will understand the importance of multicultural consumers, the need for cultural competence, and the impact of successful and unsuccessful multicultural marketing strategies.
What's included
9 videos7 readings7 assignments1 plugin
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9 videos•Total 45 minutes
Meet Your Instructor: Maria Rodas•3 minutes
The Impact of the Gies Community•2 minutes
Multiculturalism Within and Outside the Person•8 minutes
Drivers of Culture Mixing•3 minutes
Types of Multiculturalism: Acculturation and Experience•8 minutes
The Identity Dynamics of Acculturation and its Consequences•9 minutes
Other Consequences of Multicultural Experiences•4 minutes
Responses to Culture Mixing in the Environment•4 minutes
Personal and Situational Drivers of Responses to Culture Mixing•4 minutes
7 readings•Total 70 minutes
Syllabus•10 minutes
About the Discussion Forums•10 minutes
Online Education at Gies College of Business•10 minutes
Updating Your Profile•10 minutes
Getting to Know Your Classmates•10 minutes
Module 1 Overview•10 minutes
Module 1 Lecture Transcripts•10 minutes
7 assignments•Total 135 minutes
Biculturalism Within and Outside the Person Graded Quiz•30 minutes
Orientation Quiz•30 minutes
Lesson 1.1 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 1.2 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 1.3 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 1.4 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 1.5 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
1 plugin•Total 15 minutes
Welcome! Please Tell Us About Yourself•15 minutes
Module 2: Cultural Diversity in Developed Markets
2 hours to complete
Module details
This module dives into understanding and effectively engaging with key multicultural consumer segments in developed markets. Participants will gain insights into the Hispanic-American, Asian-American, and Black or African-American markets, exploring their unique characteristics and successful marketing campaigns. The module extends to examine multicultural consumer segments in Europe and Asia, and the significance of subcultures within these diverse markets. By focusing on the demographics, values, and beliefs of each segment, learners will be able to design marketing strategies that resonate with these diverse audiences.
What's included
5 videos2 readings4 assignments
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5 videos•Total 28 minutes
Cultural Diversity in Developed Markets•3 minutes
The Hispanic-American Market•7 minutes
Other Racial Subcultures: Asian, Black•7 minutes
Multicultural Markets Outside the U.S.•5 minutes
Other Subcultures: Generational, Sexual Orientations, Religion, Geographical•5 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Module 2 Overview•10 minutes
Module 2 Lecture Transcripts•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 90 minutes
Cultural Diversity in Developed Markets Graded Quiz•30 minutes
Lesson 2.1 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 2.2 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 2.3 Practice Quiz•30 minutes
Module 3: Marketing and Branding Strategies for Hispanics and Asian Americans
4 hours to complete
Module details
In this module, participants delve into targeted marketing and branding strategies for multicultural consumers. Centered around the United States' multicultural context, the module shares insights applicable to other multicultural groups. The three lessons explore a variety of marketing approaches to resonate with multicultural consumers, delve into the nuances of bilingual advertising, and unpack the concept of branding for bicultural consumers. With real-life examples illustrating each concept, the module equips participants with the tools to develop effective marketing and branding strategies for multicultural audiences.
What's included
4 videos2 readings4 assignments1 peer review
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4 videos•Total 28 minutes
Marketing and Branding Strategies for Multicultural Consumers•2 minutes
Multicultural Marketing Strategies•12 minutes
Use of Bilingual Advertising•8 minutes
Paradox Brands as a Branding Strategy to Win with Multicultural Consumers•6 minutes
2 readings•Total 20 minutes
Module 3 Overview•10 minutes
Module 3 Lecture Transcripts•10 minutes
4 assignments•Total 75 minutes
Marketing and Branding Strategies for Hispanics and Asian Americans Graded Quiz•30 minutes
Lesson 3.1 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 3.2 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 3.3 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
Analyzing Multicultural Marketing Campaigns: A Deep Dive into Strategies and Execution•120 minutes
Module 4: Multiculturalism in the Workplace
3 hours to complete
Module details
This module unpacks the complexities of managing multicultural teams in the workplace. Distinguishing between cross-cultural and multicultural teams, the module emphasizes the unique perspectives that multicultural individuals contribute to the professional setting. By exploring the power of embracing multicultural identity, fostering cultural flexibility, enhancing communication, and resolving conflicts, participants learn to develop an effective plan for leading multicultural teams. Filled with practical insights, real-life examples, and inspirational anecdotes, the module demonstrates how to harness multicultural strengths to foster a dynamic, inclusive work environment.
What's included
6 videos4 readings5 assignments1 plugin
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6 videos•Total 33 minutes
Multiculturalism and Creativity•4 minutes
Embracing and Leveraging Multicultural Identity •8 minutes
Developing Cultural Flexibility•4 minutes
Communication and Conflict Resolution in Multicultural Teams•11 minutes
Leading Multicultural Teams•6 minutes
Learn on Your Terms•1 minute
4 readings•Total 40 minutes
Module 4 Overview•10 minutes
Module 4 Lecture Transcripts•10 minutes
Congratulations on completing the course!•10 minutes
Get Your Course Certificate•10 minutes
5 assignments•Total 90 minutes
Multiculturalism in the Workplace Graded Quiz•30 minutes
Lesson 4.1 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 4.2 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 4.3 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
Lesson 4.4 Practice Quiz•15 minutes
1 plugin•Total 15 minutes
How Was the Course?•15 minutes
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