Philip Kitchen

This textbook is the first introductory primer on integrated marketing communications. It combines theory and practice to show students of marketing how different aspects of integrated marketing communications (IMC) work together. Setting the scene in which IMC has emerged, the authors explain each component of the promotional mix and go on to explain the process of functional integration. The text includes key case studies on companies, including Proctor and Gamble, NSPCC and Ardi, illustrating the practical side of IMC in addition to an introduction to the main theories at work. Including an additional Study Guide at the back, this book will be a valuable resource for students of marketing and marketing communications.

This textbook is the first introductory primer on integrated marketing communications. It combines theory and practice to show students of marketing how different aspects of integrated marketing communications (IMC) work together. Setting the scene in which IMC has emerged, the authors explain each component of the promotional mix and go on to explain the process of functional integration. The text includes key case studies on companies, including Proctor and Gamble, NSPCC and Ardi, illustrating the practical side of IMC in addition to an introduction to the main theories at work. Including an additional Study Guide at the back, this book will be a valuable resource for students of marketing and marketing communications.

The Informed Student Guide to Marketing has been compiled by a team of recognized marketing experts to equip students with everything they need to know about marketing. The guide comprises an A-Z listing of over 400 entries, including coverage of the most recent conceptual developments in this rapidly changing field: Accessible and concise, easy to read style Entries include the most up to date references Useful further reading section at the end, citing major works and journals Relevant to business and management students as well as those following marketing courses Each and every entry has been carefully devised to provide essential and relevant definitions of the core theories, approaches and jargon adopted by those in the profession and its academic studies. The Informed Student to Marketing provides an ideal ‘first base’ for first year undergraduates or those new to marketing studies, and an invaluable reference bible for those already familiar with the subject.

Marketing Communications provides a detailed study of the practical and theoretical frameworks underpinning marketing communications. Illustrated by numerous case vignettes, the book draws on the opinions, views, expertise and understanding of a large number of authors/contributors, who are recognised experts in their respective domains. Marketing Communications explores an area of exciting diversity and significant growth, especially as the 21st century unfolds. This is a comprehensive book, with excellent coverage of all key functional areas - from advertising to direct marketing, from marketing public relations to the Internet. But it also contains key theoretical chapters - from information processing to elaboration likelihood, from audience analysis to measuring the success rate.

The text examines in detail the theory behind the principles and practice of public relations. The book draws on the opinions, views, expertise and understanding of a range of practitioners and theorists. Information is supported by case vignettes, detailed case studies and end-of-chapter questions; to tackle the issues involved in the principles of public relations as we begin the new millennia. The text will help students and practitioners develop knowledge and skills in the arena of public relations.