Action Sports Marketing

Catalog description

This course is designed to equip students with an increased awareness of, interest in, and ability to positively contribute to marketing initiatives in the action sports industry. Students will learn the conceptual framework and strategies necessary for successful marketing within this unique and dynamic industry. Topics cover a broad spectrum, including: comparison with traditional marketing; company/industry analysis; customer analysis and demographics; product branding strategies; multi-media communications; channels of distribution; teams, events, and promotions. The class will take advantage of the close proximity to numerous action sports industry leading companies by scheduling dynamic guest speakers and several off-site visits.