UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

MKB2706 Brand and product management

Faculty of Business and Economics

MKB2706 Brand and product management is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 at Peninsula. It needs MKC1200, MKF1120, MKS1120, MKB1700 or MKW1120.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2027
Semester 1
Peninsula
Assessment
Exam 40%
and 2 other tasks
Workload
144 hours
per semester

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Requisites

After MKB2706

No unit lists MKB2706 as a prerequisite in the 2027 handbook.

Overview

Developing and managing products and brands is important to firms and organisations seeking to gain and maintain competitive advantage.

Undertaking this unit will build your knowledge and skills in developing new products and brands. You will also gain a deeper understanding of different methods, frameworks, and theories used by organisations to build and maintain an appropriate portfolio of products and brands.

Particular emphasis is given to exploring contemporary issues and challenges facing firms and organisations in managing their brand equity in dynamic environments.

Offerings in 2027

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterPeninsulaOn campus

Assessment

  • Quiz / Test
    10%
  • Written
    50%
  • Examination
    40%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    discuss the function of products and brands in firms and organisations

  2. 2

    explain the models, concepts, and tools for new product development

  3. 3

    evaluate the application of branding theories, concepts, and tactics across different firm and organisational contexts

  4. 4

    apply acquired unit knowledge to develop appropriate strategies for building and managing brand equity.

Workload and teaching

  • Seminars6 hours
  • Tutorials24 hours
  • Lectures12 hours
  • Teaching approachActive learning
  • Teaching approachProblem-based learning

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.

This unit includes problem-based learning approaches, where you engage in research, integrate theory and practice and apply knowledge and skills to develop viable solutions in response to a problem or set of problems.

Learning resources

Required resources

Keller, K.L. & Swaminathan, V. (2020), Strategic Brand Management: Building, Measuring, and Managing Brand Equity, (5th Ed.): Pearson.

Where it fits

MKB2706 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2027 handbook.

Contacts

Chief Examiners
Mr Paul Murphy

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for MKB2706?

You need MKC1200, MKF1120, MKS1120, MKB1700 or MKW1120 before you enrol.

When is MKB2706 offered?

In 2027, MKB2706 runs in Semester 1 at Peninsula.

How much work is MKB2706?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does MKB2706 have an exam?

Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.

Which majors and minors include MKB2706?

MKB2706 is part of Marketing and communications.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
2
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Business and Economics
Organisational unit
Department of Marketing
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 4
Study abroad
Available