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Foundations of Digital Marketing

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: TL00BE44
Curriculum: LT 2022
Level: Bachelor of Business Administration
Year of Study: 1 (2022-2023)
Semester: Spring
Credits: 3 cr
Responsible Teacher: Salonen, Klaus
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2022-2023

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
3006LT2022-1A2023-01-02 – 2023-03-05Eeva VälikangasFinnish2022-12-01 – 2023-01-10
3007LT2022-1B, LT2022-1C2023-01-02 – 2023-03-05Eeva VälikangasFinnish2022-12-01 – 2023-01-10
3009LT2022-1D2023-01-02 – 2023-03-05Eeva VälikangasFinnish2022-12-01 – 2023-01-10
3010LT2022-1W2023-01-02 – 2023-03-05Klaus SalonenFinnish2022-12-01 – 2023-01-10
3011LT2022V-1T2023-01-02 – 2023-05-14Klaus SalonenFinnish2022-12-01 – 2023-01-10

Still need to take the course? See the courses during the academic year 2024-2025.

Learning Outcomes

This course introduces the basics of digital marketing and the current tools and software used in digital marketing. Students will learn to see the role of digital marketing as part of a company's strategy and strategic marketing.

Upon completing the course, students will have the fundamental knowledge and skills to plan and implement digital marketing for business purposes. The course covers the basics of image editing, layout design, video and audio editing, as well as website development. Students will also explore the responsible use of artificial intelligence in digital marketing and work with a focus on data security. They will become familiar with the fundamentals of search engine optimization and marketing (SEO & SEM) and understand the basics of designing and implementing digital marketing strategies.

Student's Workload

Total workload: 81 hours
- Lectures and exercises: 39 hours
- Project work: 42 hours
Self-assessment: 1 hour included in the workload.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Introduction to Marketing.

Contents

Basic terminology of digital marketing, image editing, publication design, and editing tools. Social media marketing, content marketing, and websites. SEO & SEM. Strategic digital marketing and digital marketing annual wheel. Artificial intelligence and data security.

Regional Impact

Insights are applicable to all businesses operating in the region.

Internationality

The course introduces international digital marketing tools. Students will learn in an international and multicultural environment.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Komulainen, Minna (2023): Menesty digimarkkinoinnilla 2.0.
Additional materials, tools, and lectures provided by the instructor.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, class work and assignments.

Assessment Criteria

5: can utilise and apply acquired skills, methods and tools in various situations
3: can utilise some acquired skills, methods and tools in various situations
1: understands skills, methods and tools

Assessment Methods

Assignments 50%, course project 40%, classroom activity 10%.


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