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Unit Overview

Description

This unit exposes students to contemporary marketing research, by attending research seminars given by local, national and international researchers. Students have the opportunity to critique the marketing research presented, and to reflect on how it relates to their own research.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Honours core unit in Marketing [Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)]
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) critically reflect on the theories underpinning contemporary marketing research; (2) critically reflect on the managerial implications of contemporary marketing research; (3) critically reflect on the inherent issues in carrying out marketing research; (4) demonstrate the ability to produce clear and concise written communication; and (5) demonstrate the ability to give identify and raise questions in a clear and coherent manner.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) written critiques and (2) participation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Sharon Purchase
Unit rules
Prerequisites
enrolment in
the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
or completion of 144 points in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours)
Contact hours
lectures/tutorials/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.