Examines the critical role of marketing in customer-driven marketplaces. Topics covered include marketing research, customer-driven marketing, marketing strategies for profit businesses, as well as not-for-profit businesses and institutions. Includes advertising as well as the many other elements of promotion. Course material is reinforced with the use of marketing computer simulation.Hours: 54 (54 lecture)Transfer Information: CSU TransferableSBCC General Education: NoneGrading Options: Pass/No Pass or Standard Letter