The Digital Marketing Revolution

Instructor: Aric Rindfleisch , Steve Raquel

Beginner Level • 2 weeks at 10 hours a week • Flexible Schedule

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the key differences between Analog and Digital and the implications of these differences for marketing
  • Understand the four ways in which the Analog is being affected by the Digital Revolution
  • Develop and apply critical thinking skills regarding the role of both the Analog and the Digital upon both firms and consumers
  • Learn several real-world examples of various strategies for successful marketing of Analog products and services in an increasingly Digital World

Skills You'll Gain

Customer experience improvement
Business Transformation
Global Marketing
Consumer Behaviour
Innovation
Marketing Strategies
Marketing Channel
Marketing
Digital Marketing
Business Strategy
MarTech
Digital Transformation

Shareable Certificate

Earn a shareable certificate to add to your LinkedIn profile

Outcomes

  • Learn new concepts from industry experts
  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 4 modules in this course

This module provides an overview of the course content and introduces Module 1, which covers the topic of Digital Dominance. During the course introduction, you will be presented with an overview of the course content and various types of assignments. The learning objectives of Module 1 are listed below.

In this module, you will examine Analog Resistance. Specifically, you will learn why some Analog products and services are resisting the Digital Revolution. After introducing the concept of Analog Resistance, this module will then explore two key concepts: Physicality and Protection. In addition to learning about these two concepts, you will also have the opportunity to apply them through a real-world case study (Disposable Cameras) as well as a hands-on exercise (Write a Letter). At the end of this module, you will learn more about Analog Resistance from an interview with William Best (Champaign County Historical Museum). As a result of these various learning activities, you will develop a deep understanding of Analog Resistance.

In this module you will examine Analog & Digital Synergy. Specifically, you will learn why some Analog & Digital products and services combine to create synergistic effects. After introducing the concept of Analog & Digital Synergy, this module will then explore two key concepts: Glocal and TouchTech. In addition to learning about these two concepts, you will also have the opportunity to apply them through a real-world case study (Amazon Go) as well as a hands-on exercise (Augmented Reality App). At the end of this module, you will learn more about Analog & Digital Synergy from an interview with Craig Steesma (E-shots). As a result of these various learning activities, you will develop a deep understanding of Analog Resistance. As a result of these various learning activities, you will develop a deep understanding of Analog & Digital Synergy.

In this module, you will examine Analog Transformation. Specifically, you will learn why some Analog products and services are being transformed by the Digital Revolution. After introducing the concept of Analog Transformation, this module will then explore two key concepts: Embracing and Distancing. In addition to learning about these two concepts, you will also have the opportunity to apply them through a real-world case study (Museum of Ice Cream) as well as a hands-on exercise (Visit a Physical Store, Part 2). At the end of this module, you will learn more about Analog Transformation from an interview with Matt Difianis (REMAX). As a result of these various learning activities, you will develop a deep understanding of Analog Transformation.