About the Book
Modern Marketing management plays a vital role in the current marketing environment. Marketing principles are explained in the chapter Foundations of marketing. The book emphasises the practical aspects of the subject as well as the concepts. The straightforward approach and balanced treatment of topics makes the book ideal for those who need to gain a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of marketing. Sufficient number of figures and comparative tables have been provided throughout the book for a better appreciation of typical business concepts. A student of marketing should also have a proper idea of the special issues involved in international marketing. A glossary of marketing terms, and subject-index has been made even more student-friendly with text, illustrations and diagrams. The authors have tried to keep the language very simple, lucid and racy -so that you are inspired to read on. Every effort has been made to present the discussion is clear, and in systematic manner. The presentation of each chapter has been made more logical, starting with basic issues of each topic and then moving on to refined matters. At the end of each chapter, review questions have been given for the better preparation for the students.
Table of Contents: 1. The Foundation of Marketing
2. The Changing Environment for Marketing
3. Strategic Marketing, Planning and Forecasting
4. Marketing Research and Marketing Information System
5. Understanding Consumer Buying Behaviour
6. The Marketing Mix and Management Process
7. Market Segmentation and Market Targeting
8. Developing and Managing Products
9. Physical Distribution Management
10. Understanding the Quality and Customer Service
11. Understanding the Pricing Policies and Strategies
12. Retailing and Wholesaling
13. Promotional Strategies and Process
14. Social Responsibility, Consumerism and Ethics
15. Role of Advertising in Marketing
16. Public Relations and Sales Promotion
17. Marketing Planning, Strategies, Audit and Control
18. International Marketing
19. Rural and Global Marketing in India
20. Online Marketing
21. Leading Cases to Modern Marketing Management