Advantages
Authentic
application of the branding theory! Better understanding of the theory, and learning how to apply it. Skill development by doing a brand audit, not just reading about it. Doing consumer research and basing brand
analysis
on research. Fundamental structure of the course is: theory + application
project
. This project makes sense to students and they are highly motivated. Feedback on this project is very positive.
Challenges
Need detailed guidelines so students know what to do, plus examples from past semesters so students see what the focus groups, survey questionnaires, and presentations look like. My guidelines document for this project is 19 pages, including issues and tips from past experience with this project. Need well-qualified markers who can follow the application of the theory to many different real world brands.
Tips for implementation
Provide detailed guidelines so students know what to do, plus provide examples from past semesters so students see what the focus groups, survey questionnaires, and presentations look like. Find well-qualified markers.