Sep 20, 2026  
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2026-2027

BUS 121 Marketing

Credits: (3)
This course offers an overview of marketing fundamentals, covering topics such as market research, consumer behavior, product development, pricing, distribution, and promotion. Through a blend of theory and practical examples, students will gain insight into the role of marketing in business and its impact on society.

SUNY Gen Ed Area(s): Communication
Learning Outcomes
  1. Understand the fundamental principles of marketing and their significance in business and society.
  2. Identify ethical considerations in marketing practices and develop critical thinking skills to assess the social and environmental impacts of marketing decisions.
  3. Examine consumer behavior and how market research is used to effectively target and engage with consumers.
  4. Analyze the components of the marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) and their interconnectedness in developing successful marketing strategies through oral presentation and written critique of peer work.