UO Consumer Behaviour

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
MARK 1011
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Course ID
204104
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to familiarise students with the concepts of individual consumer behaviour, and to acquaint students with applications of these concepts in the market place. Consumer behaviour theories; empirical generalisations; customer loyalty; memory and mental availability (brand salience); patterns in belief and attitude data; influences on purchasing behaviour; segmentation; customer satisfaction/service quality; word of mouth recommendation; motivations; perceptions.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe key aspects of consumer behaviour and market segmentation
  • Describe the complexities of consumer decision making processes
  • Apply a number of widely generalised consumer behaviour models
  • Assess the value of scientific investigation of consumer behaviour issues
  • Apply consumer behaviour theory to practical marketing problems
  • Demonstrate Business Enterprise Skills in the context of the Marketing discipline: Problem Solving (foundation level).

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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