UO Advertising

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
MARK 2008
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Course ID
204110
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
2
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to prepare students to be informed buyers and managers of advertising from both the advertiser's and agency perspective. Managing advertising as part of the marketing process. Understanding theory and practical issues. The advertising budgeting and planning process. Working with advertising agencies and others to produce effective advertising.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe the industry (different players, types of agencies, media, regulation etc)
  • Explain how advertising works (ie critique theories, identify links to buyer behaviour)
  • Evaluate advertising with appropriate measures and methodologies
  • Formulate appropriate objectives, strategies, plans and budgets
  • Demonstrate Business Enterprise Skills in the context of the Marketing discipline: i) Problem Solving (intermediate level); and ii) Ethical Awareness (intermediate level).

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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