Course Overview
The unique marketing tactics of a knowledgeable and competent sales & marketing professional can very well uplift the growth of any organisation in today’s business context.
The ever rising competition that can be witnessed today, demands the sales and marketing professionals to be equipped with the advanced theoretical concepts and practical applications of marketing management to deliver unbeatable success of the organization, no matter how unfavourable the external conditions may turn out to be.
Advanced Programme for Marketing Professionals has been exclusively designed for the sales and marketing professionals by the subject experts of IIM Calcutta to hone their skills to consistently changing business environment. This unique programme is designed to filter the professionals for the higher roles of sales and marketing by sharpening their managerial and leadership capabilities, to equip them as effective marketing planners and executors and also to mould them in implementing effective responses to the challenges and complexities posed by the interrelationship of various marketing-mix elements.
The sales and marketing function at any organisation forms the back bone of the business. A proper and scientific approach to sales and marketing function not only makes the business viable and efficient but also makes the business reasonably immune to sudden and inevitable environmental changes. APMP is a one-year programme especially designed for sales and marketing professionals to hone their skills in the domain. It helps impart knowledge on both strategic and tactical challenges in sales and marketing of products and services.
Did you know?
- Sales and Marketing Professionals Topped the List of 10 most in-demand jobs in India in 2019 – LiveMint
- In the Manpower Group’s 2019 Talent Shortage Survey, 19% of the surveyed companies said that the most in-demand job role for them included sales and marketing representatives and managers.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
- Develop advanced competencies in effective marketing strategy
- Appreciate the complexities posed by the inter-relationship of marketing-mix elements
- Internalize the wider organisational context of marketing and decision-making
- Gain advanced knowledge in the theory and practice of sales & marketing
- Groom the participants for higher roles in sales & marketing
Improve managerial and leadership capabilities of participants
Key Benefits
- Opportunity to be a part of IIM Calcutta, India’s one of the top 10 B-Schools
- Taught by select faculty from IIM Calcutta
- 1 year programme with weekend classes suiting working professionals
- Intensive learning via Interactive Learning Platform
- 5 days in-campus sessions at IIM Calcutta
- Peer learning through rich student profile & networking opportunities
- IIM Calcutta Certification and Executive Education Alumni status
- A popular programme with the 11th batch being launched in 2020
Mode of Delivery
This Program is delivered through Interactive Onsite Learning platform where LIVE and highly interactive Sessions are conducted in the Authorized Study Centres established across India.
Eligibility
Graduates (10+2+3) in any discipline with min. 50% marks [aggregate- considering results of all years (e.g. 3 or 4 together)] recognized by UGC/AICTE.
5 years of minimum work experience is required to apply
Selection Process
Profiles will be assesed by IIM Calcutta on the basis of Academics, work experience, Statement of Purpose.
Certification
"Advanced Programme for Marketing Professionals" Certificate will be awarded by IIM Calcutta to students on successful completion of the programme.
Alumni Status/ Placement
On successfull completion IIM Calcutta will award Alumni status to students.
Course Content
Foundation Courses
Marketing Management Fundamentals
Understanding building blocks of Marketing
Marketing Research Fundamentals
Research Framework and Research Problem
Qualitative Research
Quantitative Research
Financial Acumen for Sales and Marketing
Understanding Cash Flows
Understanding and Managing Outstanding Cycle
Understanding and Managing Costs
Organizational and People Issues in Marketing
Understanding Teams
Goal Setting, Performance Appraisal, Counselling
Negotiation Skills for Marketing and Sales
Principled Negotiations
Negotiating under various scenarios
Advanced Courses
Consumer Behavior
Understanding influence of consumer characteristics on buying behaviour
Understanding influence of psychological processes on consumer response to Marketing
Understanding consumer decision-making behaviour
Managing Products, Services and Brands
Product Management
Managing Services
Managing Brands and Branding
B2B Marketing
B2B marketing decision making process
Identifying and managing key accounts
Sales and Distribution Management
Managing the salesforce
Sales Management
Managing Retailing and Distribution
Integrated Marketing Communications & Digital and Social Media Marketing
Basics of Integrated Marketing Communications
Understanding Media
Digital Marketing
Social-media Marketing
Marketing Analytics
Basics of Data classification and analysis
Multi-variate analysis to aid marketing decision-making
Strategic Aspects of Marketing
Marketing Planning
Positioning Strategy
Pricing Strategy
New Product Strategy
Emerging Issues in Marketing
Campus Component
On-campus sessions will be twice during course for total of 6 days.
How it Work
The modules will be Blend of -
- Lectures
- Case studies
- Assignments.
Total Fees
INR 3,00,000/- plus GST as applicable for Indian Students
INR 3,65,000/- plus GST as applicable for International Students
No. of INSTALLMENTS
Total amount to be paid in 5 installments
Instalment Structure
| I | Installment II | Installment III | Installment IV | Installment V | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | At the time of registration | Within one week of Offer letter roll-out date | 10th Jan, 2021 | 10th Mar 2021 | 10th May 2021 | 10th Aug, 2021 |
| Amount to be paid by Domestic Participants | INR 2,000 | INR 42,000 | INR 54,000 | INR 54,000 | INR 54,000 | INR 54,000 |
| Amount to be paid by International Participants | INR 1000 | INR 59,000 | INR 68,000 | INR 68,000 | INR 68,000 | INR 61,000 |
Instalment Schedule for Campus Fee
| Date | To be paid 45 days prior to campus scheduled date |
|---|---|
| Amount to be paid in case of opting in-campus stay | INR 40,000 + GST |
| Amount to be paid in case off-campus stay | INR 25,000 + GST |
*Excludes GST at 18%
Technological Partner
Times TSW
Timelines
| Application Closure Date | 4th October 2020 |
|---|---|
| Date of 1st Installment | Within one week of offer letter roll out date |
| Academic Orientation | 7th November 2020 |
| Date of Online class | 21st November 2020 |
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12 Months
Start - November 2020
Saturday 9:00 AM to 12:00
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