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Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis

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Overview

This is a comprehensive course designed for curious business analysts, innovative marketing managers and strategic planners who aspire to go above and beyond in a competitive marketplace. This course guides learners in the intricate world of competitive analysis, equipping you with the skills to understand market dynamics and stay ahead of your competitors. Imagine you’re a small coffee shop owner and a trendy café opened just a few blocks away. Panic sets in. How will your cozy shop survive? In this course, you'll learn the art and science of conducting thorough market research, gathering critical data and drafting acute competitive analysis reports. These skills will enable you to uncover hidden opportunities and craft strategies that position your business for success. This course is ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, start-up founders, business strategists, product managers, and business students. It also suits business leaders, owners, marketing professionals, brand strategists, and business analysts. Additionally, project managers, strategic planners, business development executives, content creators, sales executives, and business consultants will find it valuable. No prior experience in strategic management is required. However, a basic understanding of business concepts and management, along with interest in marketing, communications, and market research, is beneficial. Basic report writing skills, familiarity with product and service management, and a willingness to learn and apply new concepts are recommended. By the end of this course, you will be able to identify the fundamentals of competitive analysis and benchmarking. You will gain skills to interpret and apply market research insights for practical problem-solving. Additionally, you will develop the ability to communicate comprehensive competitive analysis reports and strategically apply competitive analysis in decision-making.

Syllabus

  • Research and Draft a Competitive Analysis
    • This is a comprehensive course designed for curious business analysts, innovative marketing managers and strategic planners who aspire to go above and beyond in a competitive marketplace. This course guides learners in the intricate world of competitive analysis, equipping you with the skills to understand market dynamics and stay ahead of your competitors.

Taught by

Marta Sotto-Mayor

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