Understand the consumer decision-making process
a. The range of psychological influences on consumer behaviour
b. The social process that influences consumer behaviour
c. The factors that affect decisions involving consumer behaviors in other countries
In addition, students will
a. Critically apply consumers behavior theory to problems in marketing
b. Effectively use of the international dimension of consumer behavior to problems in international marketing/business
The consumer’s decision process is first introduced and covered in some detail. This is followed by the psychological, social, and cultural influences on consumer behavior, and how these relate to the decision making process. Next, dimensions on how national and cultural borders impact management and their international perspectives are analyzed. Finally, several ethical dilemmas are discussed. To give an actual perspective on the topics, several examples are examined and daily workshops are held.
