Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Understand the various origins and types of data utilized in marketing. Examine quantitative and qualitative research processes and methodologies to collect and interpret marketing data and derive insights. Understand how data-driven insights are utilized to inform and develop effective marketing strategies. Acknowledge and address the ethical issues related to data privacy, security, and usage in marketing.

Credits: 6

Schedule: 04.09.2024 - 10.10.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Antti Abel Vassinen

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: Finnish, English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    This course introduces students to the use of data in marketing, including sources of marketing data, their analysis, and application in marketing decision-making.

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Participation and course assignments.

Workload
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Lectures and coursework. 

DETAILS

Study Material
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Assigned readings

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals

    8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

    10 Reduced Inequality

    12 Responsible Production and Consumption

    16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language: English

    Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn I
    2025-2026 Autumn I

    Registration:

    The number of students admitted to the course is restricted to 60. Priority is given to (1) Aalto BSc Marketing students, (2) Aalto Business Analytics Msc students, (3) other BIZ students.