Principles of Advertising and IMC, 2/e by Tom Duncan explains the principles and practices of advertising and the other marketing communication functions within an integrated context complete with an integrated planning process. Duncan's text presents the new ways companies communicate with business-savvy customers. It also shows how and why top management demands accountability of how advertising and promotion dollars are spent. Principles of Advertising and IMC provides students with a basic understanding of all the major marketing communication functions, the major media alternatives, and the processes for integrating these activities in the most effective and efficient way in order to develop long-term, profitable customer relationships that build brands and create brand equity. Based on feedback from reviewers, author Tom Duncan has increased the 2nd Edition coverage of key advertising concepts (like channel marketing, customer service, direct response and personal selling) to ensure a well-rounded approach to the Principles of Advertising course.

For introductory courses in advertising An accessible, well-written, and student-friendly approach to advertising. Advertising tracks the changes in today's dynamic world of media and marketing communication-as well as the implications of these changes to traditional practice-and presents them to students through an accessible, well-written approach. The Tenth edition highlights the increasing importance of consumers as the driving force in today's advertising strategies, social media, and the Internet evolution/revolution. It also includes an increased IMC and brand focus.

Marketing in the digital age poses major challenges for traditional and established practices of communication. To help readers meet these challenges Principles of Integrated Marketing Communications: An Evidence-based Approach provides a comprehensive foundation to the principles and practices of integrated marketing communications (IMC). It examines a variety of traditional and digital channels used by professionals to create wide-reaching and effective campaigns that are adapted for the aims of their organisations. This edition has been thoroughly revised and each chapter includes: case studies of significant and award-winning campaigns from both Australian and international brands that illustrate the application of explored concepts; discussion and case study questions that enable readers to critically evaluate concepts and campaigns; a managerial application section that illustrates how concepts can be applied effectively in a real situation; a 'further thinking' section that expands knowledge of advanced concepts and challenges readers to think more broadly about IMC.

The authors present an integrated marketing approach to contemporary advertising. This new edition has been substantially updated to take account of the changes in the advertising industry that have marked the advent of the 21st century.

Everything communicates. Any action that a company takes will leave an impression on its consumers. "Integrated Marketing Communications" is about the coherent, consistent and clear use of a company's communication options. The text provides students with a solid understanding of all of the major marketing communication functions and media alternatives, and the processes for integrating these activities in the most effective and efficientway in order to develop long-term, profitable customer relationships that build brands and create brand equity

An essential book for today's marketer now that integrated marketing communications form a critical success factor in building strong brands and strong companies This new edition is still the only textbook on the market to deal with all aspects of IMC from a strategic perspective Corporate image, identity and reputation have never been more important and this book unlocks the key factors in achieving and enhancing this Integrated Marketing Communications is not just about utilizing different communication options in your marketing campaign; it is about planning in a systematic way to determine the most effective and consistent message for your target audience. As such, it depends upon identifying the best positioning, generating positive brand attitude, a consistent reinforcement of the brand's message through IMC channels, and ensuring that all marketing communication supports the company's overall identity, image, and reputation. This textbook is a roadmap to achieving this, thoroughly updated to reflect the dynamic changes in the area since the first edition was published. New to this edition: New sections on social media and now to integrate them into your marketing function New chapter on message development and an enhanced chapter on the IMC plan Robust pedagogy to help reinforce learning and memory Enhanced teaching materials online to help lecturers prepare their courses Brand new real-life case study vignettes

Now in its third edition, this comprehensive text offers a classroom-tested, step-by-step approach to the creative processes and strategies for effective integrated marketing communication (IMC). Blakeman covers key areas, from marketing plans, branding/positioning, and creative briefs to copywriting, design, and considerations for each major media format. Throughout, she explores visual and verbal tactics, along with the use of business theory and practices, and how these affect the development of the creative message. This user-friendly introduction walks students through the varied strands of IMC, including advertising, PR, direct marketing, and sales promotion, in a concise and logical fashion.