
Trace the history of marketing practice from 17th–18th century commercial intelligence to early 20th century market segmentation and marketing thought, highlighting advertising, branding, and standardization.
Trace the evolution of market research from early segmentation and demographics to qualitative methods, focus groups, and web analytics for real-time mobile insights.
Identify market problems and guide resolutions across problem identification and problem resolution, using systematic, objective methods that test competing hypotheses and minimize biases.
Explore three market research service subsets—customized, standardized, and branded—and how field, coding, analytical, and data analysis services, plus techniques like conjoint analysis and multidimensional scaling, shape insights.
Explore the strategic and tactical applications of market research as the edifice for decision making, linking demand forecasting, segmentation, product testing, pricing, and distribution to operational execution.
This lecture introduces five market research types, including cool hunting and copy testing, and covers customer satisfaction, demand estimation, distribution, and channel audits, plus the nine principles of copy testing.
Information need enunciation drives market research by defining what information is required, guiding decisions on campaigns, pricing, and distribution while weighing the cost and risk of missing it.
The lecture outlines research design methodology, detailing data collection methods—surveys, observation, experimentation, qualitative and specialized techniques—and role of primary versus secondary data, linking method choice to target population and decisions.
Explore the limitations of market research and the ethical considerations safeguarding consumer privacy, emphasizing judgment, opt-ins, respondent rights, and the role of digital privacy legislation.
Tils is a unicorn tech intelligence and licensing company that grew in a decade and now operates globally with 12 delivery centers, 3 technology incubation hubs, and 21 sales offices.
Execute a full market analysis by market definition, market size mapping, market segmentation, and market trends to drive strategic advantage profiling, competitive advantage profiling, and Porter's five forces analysis.
Explore SWOT analysis and its four quadrants: strengths and weaknesses as internal attributes, opportunities and threats as external factors, for Europe expansion and market research.
Explore a market segmentation case study for a luxury vehicle brand in China, introducing market research fundamentals, the market research biosphere, and how to apply segmentation to business objectives.
Explore how the E Group became a global leader in premium luxury vehicles through postwar European innovation, a respected brand matrix, and rapid growth across Asia Pacific.
Explore the IRIC mileposts—infrastructure revenue, intellectual capital, and the client matrix—and how they connect R&D, CKD kits, and production centers across 30 countries.
Explore how the E-group, a top premium luxury automaker with a 100-year legacy, uses market research segmentation, ten new models in China, and strong profitability to lead innovation.
Explore a market research audit where an internal team guides an external consultancy, assessing leadership, structure, capability, toolkit, go-to-market timeline, talent, deployment, and budget readiness.
Explain swot analysis—mapping internal and external factors—highlighting strengths, such as premium portfolios and China market potential, weaknesses like untested powertrains, and opportunities and threats guiding market segmentation decisions.
Craft a precise sampling and fieldwork plan within market segmentation research, detailing sampling architecture, variables, briefing, debriefing, analysis and reporting to guide dissemination and marketing actions.
Learn how to structure a market research report with an executive snapshot, introduction, methodology, and exhaustive analysis. Highlight core and collateral outcomes, limitations, and recommendations for future actions.
The course "Comprehensive Market Research" provides students with a thorough understanding of the principles, methods, and applications of market research in contemporary business environments. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical case studies, students will explore the multifaceted aspects of market research, equipping them with the skills necessary to conduct effective research and derive actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. Whether aspiring marketers, business analysts, or entrepreneurs, this course offers valuable insights into the dynamic field of market research, enabling students to make informed decisions and drive business growth.
Section 1: Introduction
In this section, students will be introduced to the course and its objectives, providing an overview of the importance and role of market research in contemporary business practices.
Section 2: Market Research
This section delves into the foundational concepts of market research, including the marketing biosphere, definition, and concept. Students will explore the historical evolution of marketing practice and thought, examining its role, attributes, and various types. Data sources, methodologies, and approaches in market research will also be discussed.
Section 3: Process
Students will learn about the research process, from articulating information needs to defining research objectives, designing methodologies, and planning analysis and reporting structures. Emphasis will be placed on sampling techniques, fieldwork plans, and output matrices.
Section 4: Market Research Case Study #1
Through a detailed case study, students will apply their knowledge of market research to a real-world scenario. They will analyze a company's background, vision, mission, business verticals, and financial performance. The case study will cover strategic objectives, key observations, research strategies, and various analysis frameworks like SWOT and PESTLE.
Section 5: Market Research Case Study #2
Continuing the application of market research principles, students will engage with another comprehensive case study. They will explore the company's product portfolio, financial performance, and market segmentation strategies. The case study will include pre-research ethos, geo assessment profiling, and in-depth market analysis, culminating in evaluation and impact analysis.
Throughout the course, students will develop practical skills in conducting market research, analyzing data, and deriving actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making in business contexts.