Digital Brand ManagementLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: YAMK157
Credits
5 op
Objective
The objective of the course is to provide students with the basic knowledge and understanding of digital brand management in a business context. The learning objectives for this course are to have students: gain an understanding of the key concepts and theories in the field of brand management, analyze branding strategies and practices in digital channels and platforms and critically evaluate different approaches in brand management.
Main competences on the course: proactive development, operating in a workplace
Content
- Approaches to brand management
- Brand co-creation in digital contexts
- Branding strategies and practices
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2: The student
- is able to recognize and define the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate different approaches in brand management.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4: The student
- is able to define and apply the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze and evaluate branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5: The student
- is able to independently and creatively apply the concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to independently and creatively evaluate, compare and develop branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to critically evaluate different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action justifying his/her choices.
Enrollment
07.10.2024 - 14.01.2025
Timing
15.01.2025 - 20.02.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
5 op
RD proportion (cr)
4 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Master's Degree Programmes
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
15 - 40
Teachers
- Kati Koivunen
Responsible person
Kati Koivunen
Student groups
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Objective
The objective of the course is to provide students with the basic knowledge and understanding of digital brand management in a business context. The learning objectives for this course are to have students: gain an understanding of the key concepts and theories in the field of brand management, analyze branding strategies and practices in digital channels and platforms and critically evaluate different approaches in brand management.
Main competences on the course: proactive development, operating in a workplace
Content
- Approaches to brand management
- Brand co-creation in digital contexts
- Branding strategies and practices
Location and time
NOTE: attendance is strongly encouraged, and we kindly ask that you enroll in this course only if you are able to participate in the lectures.
Online:
Wed 15.1 klo 17.30-20.30
Tue 28.1. klo 17.30-20.30
Tue 4.2 klo 17.30-20.30
Thu 20.2 klo 17.30-20.30
Materials
The learning materials will be provided at the course's start and available on Moodle.
Teaching methods
The course involves lectures, group work, and the resolution of real-life cases, enabling the application of theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
Important Notice:
Attendance for lectures is strongly recommended and will contribute to your final grade. Regular participation enhances your understanding of the course material and directly influences your performance assessment. Please ensure that you can attend the sessions.
Employer connections
The course involves the resolution of real-life cases, enabling the application of theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
Further information
Important Notice:
NOTE: attendance is strongly encouraged, and we kindly ask that you enroll in this course only if you are able to participate in the lectures.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
1-2: The student
- is able to recognize and define the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate different approaches in brand management.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
3-4: The student
- is able to define and apply the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze and evaluate branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5: The student
- is able to independently and creatively apply the concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to independently and creatively evaluate, compare and develop branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to critically evaluate different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action justifying his/her choices.
Assessment methods and criteria
Class participation (10 %)
Group work (60 %)
Brand audit or similar type of assignment (30 %).
Important Notice:
Attendance for lectures is strongly recommended and will contribute to your final grade. Regular participation enhances your understanding of the course material and directly influences your performance assessment. Please ensure that you can attend the sessions.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
1-2: The student
- is able to recognize and define the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate different approaches in brand management.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
3-4: The student
- is able to define and apply the basic concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to analyze and evaluate branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to evaluate and apply different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
5: The student
- is able to independently and creatively apply the concepts and principles of brand management.
- is able to independently and creatively evaluate, compare and develop branding strategies and practices used in digital channels and platforms.
- is able to critically evaluate and apply different approaches in brand management and develop new courses of action justifying his/her choices.