CIACM Mass Marketing Qualification (MMQ) Syllabus

The CIACM MMQ is typically studied within 3-12 weeks; students can request to complete the sole assessment when they feel ready.

The assessment is completed remotely, and students are allowed to retake it as many times as required, at no additional cost. 

The syllabus below outlines the MMQ’s Key Learning Objectives (KLOs) and provides a brief overview of what each KLO consists of.

KLO 1: Introduction to Integrated Marketing

1.1 Definition and Importance of Integrated Marketing 

1.2 Understanding the Marketing Mix: The 4Ps 

1.3 Significance of Integrated Marketing Communication

KLO 2: Principles of Marketing

2.1 Introduction to Core Marketing Concepts 

2.2 The Role of Marketing in Business 

2.3 Developing a Marketing Strategy: Key Steps and Considerations

KLO 3: Market Research and Consumer Behavior

3.1 The Importance and Role of Market Research 

3.2 Methods of Market Research: Quantitative and Qualitative Approaches 

3.3 Understanding Consumer Behavior: Factors Influencing Purchase Decisions

KLO 4: Product and Branding Strategies

4.1 Understanding the Product Life Cycle: Stages and Strategies 

4.2 Branding and Positioning Strategies: Creating and Sustaining a Competitive Advantage

KLO 5: Pricing Strategies

5.1 Factors Influencing Pricing Decisions: Costs, Competition, and Customers 

5.2 Overview of Common Pricing Strategies: Skimming, Penetration, and More

KLO 6: Distribution Channels

6.1 The Role and Types of Distribution Channels 

6.2 E-commerce and Digital Distribution: Understanding the New Age of Retail

KLO 7: Introduction to Advertising

7.1 The Role and Importance of Advertising in Marketing 

7.2 Types of Advertising and Mediums: Choosing the Right Platform 

7.3 Crafting an Effective Advertising Message: Elements and Techniques

KLO 8: Public Relations and Media Management

8.1 Understanding Public Relations: Role, Types, and Importance 

8.2 Crisis Management and Corporate Communication: Dealing with the Unexpected 

8.3 Building Relationships with Media: Strategies for Successful PR

KLO 9: Digital Marketing and SEO

9.1 Introduction to Digital Marketing: Benefits, Strategies, and Trends 

9.2 Understanding Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Keywords, Backlinks, and More 

9.3 Implementing SEO Techniques: On-Page, Off-Page, and Technical SEO

KLO 10: Social Media and Content Marketing

10.1 Understanding the Role of Social Media in Marketing: Platforms and Strategies 

10.2 Developing a Content Marketing Strategy: Planning, Creation, and Distribution 

10.3 Measuring Success in Social Media and Content Marketing: Metrics and Tools

KLO 11: Analytics and Measuring Success

11.1 The Importance of Marketing Analytics: Turning Data into Insight 

11.2 Tools for Measuring Marketing Success: Google Analytics, Social Media Insights, etc. 

11.3 Interpreting and Applying Data Results: Improving Performance through Analytics

KLO 12: Developing an Integrated Marketing Plan

12.1 Steps to Creating an Integrated Marketing Plan: From Research to Implementation 

12.2 Case Studies of Successful Integrated Marketing: Lessons from the Best 

12.3 Future Trends in Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, and SEO: Staying Ahead

KLO 13: The Future of Integrated Marketing

13.1 Emerging Trends and Technologies in Marketing: AI, Chatbots, VR, and More 

13.2 The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Marketing: Predicting and Personalizing 

13.3 Ethical Considerations in Marketing: Balancing Success and Responsibility