MKTG 420 Marketing Research
This course explores the processes and techniques used to gather, analyze, and report information essential for managerial and marketing decision-making. Students will study both secondary and primary research methods, with an emphasis on survey methodologies. The course includes a strong focus on data analysis, covering key statistical techniques and modern analytical tools used in marketing research. Students will design and implement a marketing research study, applying industry-relevant practices such as data visualization, AI-driven insights, and automation in research analysis.
Prerequisite: Goal I: Communication - Part I Writing, plus 30 credits must be satisfied.
Prerequisites
Special information
4 Undergraduate credits
Effective August 1, 1998 to present
Learning outcomes
General
- Describe the marketing research process and its role in organizational decision-making.
- Compare and evaluate market research methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative approaches.
- Apply survey methods and principles by designing and developing an effective consumer survey.
- Differentiate sampling methods and principles to ensure accurate and representative data collection.
- Analyze marketing data using inferential statistical techniques, including T-Tests, Correlation, Chi-Square analysis, and hypothesis testing.
- Utilize modern data analysis tools and techniques, including data visualization and advanced analytical methods.
- Develop a written report with actionable marketing recommendations.
Summer 2025
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Marketing Research | Park, Minjung | Books for MKTG-420-50 Summer 2025 | Course details for MKTG-420-50 Summer 2025 |
Fall 2025
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | Marketing Research | Park, Minjung | Books for MKTG-420-50 Fall 2025 | Course details for MKTG-420-50 Fall 2025 |
Spring 2026
| Section | Title | Instructor | books | eservices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Marketing Research | Lesser, Jack A. | Books for MKTG-420-01 Spring 2026 | Course details for MKTG-420-01 Spring 2026 |