India is one of the emerging markets that pose a unique set of challenges to marketers. The importance of the context and the usefulness of concepts in the Indian context is the core proposition of the book. The diversity of a mix of factors such as cultural aspects, lifestyles, demographics and unbranded offerings make consumer behaviour a fascinating study. This book focuses on the behavioural principles of marketing and its application to branding in the Indian context. * Consumer behaviour concepts associated with branding * A combination of recent and traditional examples reflecting the application of behavioural concepts * Touch of reality boxes to indicate context-based examples * Caselets and cases drawn from real-life situations * Research findings associated with the Indian context * Topical issues in consumer behaviour like cultural aspects, digital marketing and experiential branding

Developments in the realm of digitalization, cultural scenario and in consumer decision making— witnessed in the last couple of years—had brought about a need to revise Consumer Behaviour and Branding: Concepts, Readings and Cases-The Indian Context.

In the era of exponential advancement in technology and increasing globalization, marketing professionals need to run a neck-to-neck race with their competitors to gain and maintain a completive advantage. Marketing students and professionals need to learn the skills of marketing as applicable to this intense completive environment. However, only a few marketing management books truly capture and explain the concepts of marketing in an easily understandable and crisp manner. This book has been written to present the basics in a very lucid manner. It covers topics that are vital for the fundamental understanding of marketing. The contents of this book cover the curriculum applicable in a large number of universities at the UG and PG levels. Some case studies have been included for illustrating the application of the concepts of marketing.

In The Present Environment Of Increasing Global Competition, Marketing Has Emerged As The Key Factor In Any Commercial Enterprise. This Book Explains The Basic Principles, Strategies And Activities Involved In Marketing Management.Starting With The Fundamental Marketing Concepts, The Book Explains The Various Dimensions Of The Entire Marketing Management Process. It Then Discusses The Important Element Of Advertising With Reference To The Relevant Legal Provisions. Marketing Research Is Explained In Detail Along With Research Design And Mis. Analysis And Forecasting Of Consumer Behaviour Is Discussed Next, Followed By An Analysis Of Sales Management.Relevant Case Studies Drawn From The Indian Context Have Been Presented Throughout The Book To Illustrate The Basic Concepts And Strategies. Flow Charts And Diagrams Have Also Been Included For An Easier Grasp Of The Discussion.All These Features Make This Book An Excellent Text For Marketing Management Students. Professionals And Consultants Would Also Find It Very Useful.

A book on Consumer Behavior

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the current marketing environment in India. It examines the changing dynamics of marketing management against the backdrop of globalization and liberalization, analysing how both marketers and consumers are adapting to radical changes. Insightful perspectives on key issues including market segmentation, brand strategy, product planning, advertising, pricing and distribution strategies as well as challenges of rural marketing are given. This Fourth Edition boasts of incisive coverage of all contemporary concepts and formats of marketing, including retailing, Internet marketing and telemarketing. It is further enriched by varied case studies that are drawn from the Indian experience and will go a long way to inculcate skills of analysis, logical thinking and decision making in students. Valuable not only to students and teachers of marketing management, the book is a must-have for practising managers who want to stay abreast with the latest developments in their field.