Professional Certificate Programme in

Mastery in Marketing,
Analytics and Sales

From IIM Kozhikode

Batch
Second

Registration Deadline
15th May 2025

Duration:
12 Months

40-70 LPA+

Average salary in this domain

38000+

Jobs open every year in this domain

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Batch
Second

Registration Deadline
15th May 2025

Duration:
12 Months

Accreditations & Rankings

  • mas
  • mas
  • mas
  • #3

    NIRF India Ranking 2024, Management

  • #151-200

    QS WorldUniversity Ranking by
    Subject Business
    and Management Studies

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About Programme

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode, renowned for its academic excellence and innovative approach, is proud to present the Mastery in Marketing, Analytics, and Sales (MAS) programme. This elite course is meticulously designed for forward-thinking executives who are poised to become trailblazers in the business world. In a landscape where adaptability and expertise are key, the MAS programme is a beacon of advanced learning in Marketing, Analytics, and Sales. This online brand marketing course features a curriculum crafted by distinguished faculty and industry leaders. It offers an immersive experience that blends theoretical knowledge with practical insights.

Choose to pursue the IIM Kozhikode marketing course to gain mastery in the following areas:

Marketing Mastery

Explore advanced marketing strategies and understand the intricacies of marketing dynamics in an increasingly digital marketplace

Analytics Proficiency

Gain a command of data-driven decision-making with IIM Kozhikode analytics courses, empowering you with the tools to transform data into impactful business strategies.

Sales Excellence

Elevate your sales acumen by mastering the nuances of modern sales techniques, relationship management, and persuasive negotiation.

Master Marketing | Dominate Analytics | Conquer Sales

1.1 Marketing Strategy
  • Foundations of strategic marketing planning
  • Market opportunity analysis and competitive dynamics
  • Formulating and implementing sustainable marketing strategies
  • Integrating marketing strategy with business objectives
1.2 Consumer Behaviour
  • Insights into consumer decision-making processes
  • Influence of psychological and sociological factors on consumer choices
  • Effective segmentation, targeting, and positioning strategies
  • Cultural and ethical considerations in consumer analysis
1.3 Retailing
  • Principles of modern retail management
  • Strategies for channel design and retail mix
  • Emerging trends in retail, including omnichannel approaches
  • Customer relationship management in a retail context
1.4 Product Management
  • Lifecycle management of new products
  • Product positioning and differentiation strategies
  • Managing product portfolios and extensions
  • Techniques for effective pricing
1.5 Brand Management
  • Techniques for building and sustaining strong brands
  • Development and management of brand equity and positioning
  • Strategies for leveraging brand for competitive advantage
  • Brand communication and reputation management
1.6 Digital Marketing
  • Strategies across digital channels (SEO, SEM, social media, etc.)
  • Digital marketing analytics and performance measurement
  • Customer engagement and retention via digital platforms
  • Role of emerging technologies in digital marketing
1.7 Business-to-Business (B2B) Marketing
  • Understanding the B2B market and buyer behaviour
  • Relationship and network management in B2B marketing
  • Branding and communication strategies in B2B contexts
  • Sales management and negotiation in B2B environments
1.8 Marketing Communication
  • Integrated marketing communications planning and execution
  • Tools and channels for effective communication (advertising, PR, direct marketing, online communication)
  • Crafting compelling messages and storytelling for brands
  • Measuring the effectiveness and ROI of communication strategies

2.1 Introduction to the world of marketing analytics
  • Introduction to marketing analytics and its significance in decision-making
  • Overview of key metrics and analytics tools
  • Understanding the data-driven marketing landscape
2.2 Data Collection and Management
  • Techniques for collecting quality marketing data
  • Best practices in data management and governance
  • Data integration from multiple sources for a holistic view
2.3 Customer and Product Analytics
  • Analysing customer behaviour and segmentation
  • Customer lifetime value (CLV) calculation and its implications
  • Generating product insights
  • Estimating the product potentiality and feasibility
  • Identifying the right price for product launch
2.4 Web and Digital Analytics
  • Utilizing web analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to track online behaviour
  • Measuring and optimizing the performance of digital campaigns
  • Social media analytics for understanding audience engagement and sentiment
2.5 Sales Analytics
  • Analysing sales data to identify trends and patterns
  • Sales forecasting and optimization techniques
  • Role of analytics in enhancing sales performance
2.6 Market Research and Competitive Analysis
  • Techniques for conducting market research using analytics
  • Analysing competitive landscape using data
  • Gleaning insights from market trends to inform strategy
2.7 Marketing Mix Modelling
  • Understanding the impact of different marketing variables on sales
  • Developing models to optimize marketing spend across channels
  • Scenario analysis to predict outcomes of marketing strategies
2.8 Data Visualization and Reporting
  • Techniques for effective data visualization
  • Tools and best practices for creating insightful marketing reports
  • Communicating data-driven insights to stakeholders

3.1 Fundamentals of Sales Management
  • Overview of sales management and its role in business
  • Understanding the sales process and cycle
  • Sales strategies and planning
3.2 Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Building and maintaining strong customer relationships
  • Leveraging CRM tools for sales success
  • Strategies for customer retention and loyalty
3.3 Sales Techniques and Skills
  • Advanced selling techniques and persuasive communication
  • Negotiation skills and tactics for closing deals
  • Handling objections and difficult sales situations
3.4 Digital Sales and E-commerce
  • The rise of digital sales channels and e-commerce
  • Strategies for successful online selling
  • Utilizing digital tools to enhance sales
3.5 B2B Sales
  • Strategies and challenges in business-to-business sales
  • Relationship building in B2B environments
  • Managing long sales cycles and large accounts
3.6 Sales Team Management and Leadership
  • Building and leading high-performing sales teams
  • Training and development for sales professionals
  • Motivation and incentive strategies
3.7 Global Sales Strategies
  • Approaches to international sales and global markets
  • Cultural considerations and adaptation in global sales
  • Strategies for managing cross-border sales teams

The dates for the 2 day On Campus immersion session to be held at IIM Kozhikode will be communicated in due course. Attendance to the in-campus module is MANDATORY for all participants. The on-campus modules are subjected to the conditions that prevail at this point of time. These conditions pertain to the Pandemic or other unavoidable reasons. In case the in-campus immersion cannot be held due to some unavoidable compulsions, adequate alternate options will be made available via online sessions.

  • For Indian Participants - Graduates (10+2+3) or Diploma Holders (only 10+2+3) from a recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline.
  • Diploma Holders (10+3) will be considered on a case-to-case basis subject to having a minimum of 10 Years of work experience in a supervisory role at the time of applying for this programme.
  • For International Participants - Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country.
  • Minimum of 3 years overall experience in Marketing & Sales function or at least 5 years of work experience in business enterprises in a managerial position.

This Strategic Brand Management course is tailored for professionals across industries looking to sharpen their skills and step into leadership.

  • Courses for marketing professionals: Ideal for those seeking cutting-edge insights to excel in online business and marketing.
  • Diverse Backgrounds: Professionals from varied roles for online business and marketing courses can enrich their perspectives.
  • Aspirations for Leadership: Perfect for individuals aiming for strategic career shifts.
  • Commitment to Excellence: With this business marketing course applicants should be committed to the learning process, which includes active participation in all forms of programme delivery like case studies, simulations, group discussions, and hands-on projects.

Certificate

Evaluation methodology is at the discretion of the faculty. A minimum of 75% attendance to the sessions (live as well as on-campus modules) is a prerequisite for the successful completion of this programme.

During the course, there will be periodic evaluations in the form of quiz, class assignments, project, case analysis, or any other objective/subjective assessment decided by the instructor during the class hours. Hence, the participants are expected to complete the given evaluation components on time successfully. IIM Kozhikode will award the course completion certification to those who complete the assessment components successfully along with the attendance criteria. The main objective of assignments/projects will be to help the participants apply their conceptual learning in the programme to actual organizational decision scenarios.

Programme Fees

INR 2,45,000/- + GST

The above fee includes boarding/lodging charges on twin sharing basis at IIM Kozhikode campus during the in-campus sessions.
Payment Options
Option I

Make full payment of INR 2,45,000/ + GST upfront

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Option II

Pay INR 50,000 + GST at the time of registration and avail a loan on the remaining INR 1,95,000 + GST

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Option III

Make payment as per the instalment structure provided below.

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Learn from Expert Faculty

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Dr Sreejesh S

Associate Professor

Prof. Sreejesh S is currently working as an Associate Professor in Marketing Management Area at the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode, located in Kerala, India. His main research interests include brand management, services marketing, online marketing Read More

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Dr M Geetha

Professor

Prof. M Geetha is a Professor in Marketing Management area at the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode. She obtained her PhD in Marketing from Indian Institute of Technology Madras. Her research and teaching interests include Consumer Behavior, Retailing and Read More

About the Institute

Started in 1997 with its Post Graduate Programme (PGP), the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is on a high growth trajectory today, offering a wide range of academic programmes in the field of management education. These include: Fellow Programme in Management, Executive PG Programmes, Management Development Programmes, and Faculty Development Programmes. IIMK set up a Satellite campus at Infopark, Kochi, in 2013 dedicated to Executive Education. IIMK also has the unique distinction of launching a PhD (Practice Track) programme for working professionals besides bringing in new dynamic programmes such as the MBA in Business Leadership (2019), MBA in Finance and MBA in Liberal Studies & Management (2020). The institute is also home to IIMK LIVE (Laboratory for Innovation, Venturing, and Entrepreneurship), a first-of-its-kind startup incubation programme and the Indian Business Museum.

IIMK is ranked 3rd as per NIRF India Rankings 2024: Management. The institute also features regularly among top global institutes for its flagship Master of Business Administration (PGP) and Executive Master of Business Administration Programme (EPGP) in the QS World University Rankings. The institute has leapfrogged 100 spots to be placed in the Top 151-200 Institutes in Business & Management Studies globally, and 16+ Asia-Pacific region in the QS World University Rankings 2024. IIM Kozhikode is globally accredited by EQUIS (EFMD) and AMBA (UK).

IIM Kozhikode also made its debut in the prestigious Financial Times Rankings in 2023 and was recently ranked #70 among the top-80 open-enrolment executive programme providers globally for the year 2024. The feat has further consolidated the 28-year IIM’s footing in an exclusive list of the foremost providers of executive education in the world. The institute had also entered in global top-100 at Rank #68 for FT Masters in Management (MIM) 2024 Rankings, for its full-time MBA programme. IIM Kozhikode has successfully delivered close to 1300 MDP programmes over the past two decades, training more than 41,000 participants from 150+ organizations, which also includes several Fortune 500 companies in the process.

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