This Brand Strategy course is divided into modules. The first module of this course will examine brand strategy from a customer based brand equity perspective. Students should be able to define and analyse the key elements that goes into creating a brand. They will also be able to critique the use of different elements of marketing in creating, maintaining and developing brand resonance with consumers.  

The second module of the course will discuss the role of brand narratives and brand imagery as a key tool of brand strategy. Students will consider the role of place and space in branding, and describe how experiential marketing can be used as part of a brand strategy. Finally students will design and create their own brand narrative through a film or video.  

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Identify the elements of the CBBE model
2. Describe how a brand can be positioned
3. Critically appraise the relationship of brand narratives and imagery with brand resonance
4. Analyse the effectiveness of brand experiences
5. Produce a CBBE brand audit taking into account theoretical advances, managerial practices and ethical considerations
6. Design a film or video that could be used as a brand narrative or imagery

Research-Led Teaching

This course draws insights from scholarly research, industry publications, case studies, and market analyses. Students are able to develop and apply their understanding of the content through assessments that link research and practice. 

Field Trips

This class does not have field trips.

Additional Course Costs

This class does not have additional costs.

Examination Material or equipment

This class does not include an examination.  

Required Resources

Keller, K.L. & Swaminathan, V. (2019). Strategic Brand Management, Global Edition (5e), Pearson Australia.

eBook

ISBN: 9781292314990

Publisher’s link: https://pearson.com.au/9781292314990

Cost: approx. $60.00

 

Print Edition

ISBN: 9781292314969

Publisher’s Link: https://pearson.com.au/9781292314969

Cost: approx. $120

 

Library

A copy of the new 2019 edition ebook will be available from the Library for short loan. Copies of the previous 2013 edition are also available.

Pre-Used

The previous edition (i.e., Keller, 2013) is reasonably similar and second-hand copies are likely to be available online or from used book sites.

Recommended Resources

The lectures include insights from various marketing journals, trade magazines, and business media – the references for which will be on the lecture slides.

 

For contemporary issues and examples in marketing practice, the following sources are recommended;

Harvard Business Review https://hbr.org/

Marketing Week https://www.marketingweek.com/

Marketing Mag https://www.marketingmag.com.au/news-c/

The Conversation https://theconversation.com/au/business

Staff Feedback

Students will receive written and verbal feedback in the following forms:

·       Feedback to the whole class, groups, and individuals during class activities and discussions

·       Feedback via marked assessments, including marking rubrics, quickmarks and written comments

Student Feedback

ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.

Class Schedule

Week/Session	Summary of Activities	Assessment
1	Part 1: Introduction Introduction to Brands and MKTG7027 (Ch. 1 & 12)
2	Part 2: Brand Strategy and Frameworks CBBE and Brand Resonance (Ch. 2 & 3) Workshop: CAT assignment
3	Brand Imagery and Experiences (Ch. 3) Workshop: Brand Imagery Video assignment
4	Brand Positioning (Ch. 2)	CAT - 1 due 10.00am Monday
5	Part 3: Measuring Performance Measuring and Managing Brand Equity (Ch. 9) Workshop: Brand Audit assignment
6	Capturing the Customer’s Mind-set (Ch. 10) Workshop: Finalising your video	CAT - 2 due 10.00am Monday
7	Part 4: Brand Marketing Tactics Brand Elements (Ch. 4)	Brand Imagery Video due 10.00am Monday
8	Designing Marketing Programs (Ch. 5)	CAT - 3 due 10.00am Monday
9	Integrated Marketing Communication (Ch.6)
10	Digital and Secondary Brand Associations (Ch. 7 & 8)	CAT - 4 due 10.00am Monday
11	Brand Audit Presentations and Peer Feedback Activity	Brand Audit Presentations due in class; presentation handout due before class
12	Part 5: Growing and Sustaining Brands Managing and Extending Brands (Ch. 13 & 14)	Brand Audit Report due 4.00pm Friday

Tutorial Registration

This course has a weekly 3-hour seminar. Seminar registration is via the course Wattle site.

Assessment Summary

Assessment task	Value	Due Date	Return of assessment	Learning Outcomes
Continuous Assessment Task (CAT)	40 %	*	*	1,2,3,4,5,6
Brand Imagery Video	30 %	19/04/2021	03/05/2021	3,4,6
Brand Audit	30 %	*	01/07/2021	1,2,4,5

* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details

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ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:

• Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
• Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
• Student Surveys and Evaluations
• Deferred Examinations
• Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure

Assessment Requirements

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Moderation of Assessment

Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.

Participation

Seminars may be streamed live through ZOOM and made available on Echo360 and Wattle. This course is designed for in-person delivery, with active learning techniques with in-class formative feedback. Attendance is expected in all classes and assessment. Preparing for and participating in weekly classes is highly encouraged to co-create the intended learning experience and outcomes.

Examination(s)

This course does not have an examination.

Assessment Task 1

Continuous Assessment Task (CAT)

Worth: 40%

Learning Objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Type: Individual

Format: 500 (min)-750 (max) words x 4 mini-tasks

Submission: via Turnitin on the course Wattle site

Due: 10.00am Monday of Weeks 4, 6, 8 and 10

Return: Within a week of submission

Overview:

The Continuous Assessment Task (CAT) supports progressive learning, engagement, and feedback across the semester. The task comprises 4 mini-tasks worth 10% each. For each mini-task, a set of questions will be assigned the week before the due week. Students are required to answer the questions individually and to submit their answers by Monday 10.00am of the due week. The answers may be discussed at the next week's seminar.

 

Active learning, timely feedback, and reflection are key elements of this CAT. Students will receive an overall mark out of 10 for each mini-task (usually within a week of submission) but should not expect separate marks for each question or detailed written comments. Instead, students obtain detailed feedback by engaging with the class discussion and peer feedback.

 

Further information, including the marking rubric and learning resources, will be posted on Wattle and discussed during classes.

Note: Late submissions are not accepted for this assignment.

Assessment Task 2

Brand Imagery Video

Worth: 30%

Learning Objectives: 3, 4, 6

Type: Individual

Format: 6-7 minute video

Submission: via Wattle

Due: 10.00am Monday of Week 8

Return: Within two weeks of submission

 

Overview:

The Brand Imagery Video assignment involves making a video on a list of topics to be provided on Wattle. This will include analysing the current imagery of a real-life brand then creating and justifying revised imagery to support a given challenge or opportunity (e.g., reposition, expand segments, modernise), or telling a story about a brand. An example of videos will be provided on Wattle in week 3.

 

Further information, including a detailed assignment guide, marking rubric, brand registration and learning resources, will be posted on Wattle no later than Week 3.

 

Note: Students MUST obtain approval from the Course Coordinator regarding brand selection to ensure that the option is suitable for this assignment (see assignment guide for details).

Assessment Task 3

Brand Audit

Worth: 30%

Learning Objectives: 1,2,4,5

Type: Group optional (Groups can comprise 1,2,3 or 4 students, you decide on group numbers and membership)

Format: 2000 words.

Submission: Wattle

Due: 4.00pm of Friday Week 12

Return: After the release of results on 01 July 2021

Overview:

The Brand Audit assignment involves assessing the customer based brand equity of a real-life brand and suggesting creative ways to leverage that equity. Students can use the brand they did for the video item for this item as well.

 

Further information, including a detailed assignment guide, marking rubric and learning resources, will be posted on Wattle no later than Week 4. Presentations in seminar will be recorded.

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Online Submission

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Hardcopy Submission

For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.

Late Submission

Late submissions for the Continuous Assessment Tasks are not accepted.  

 

Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.

All requests for extensions to assessment in RSM courses must be submitted to the RSM School Office with a completed application form and supporting documentation. The RSM Extension Application Form and further information on this process can be found at https://rsm.anu.edu.au/study/students/extension-application-procedure

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Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.

Returning Assignments

Please see relevant assessment task details.

Extensions and Penalties

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