Course abstract

The size of the service sector is increasing in virtually all countries around the world. This course is designed in response to this global transformation of our economies towards services. This course provides a comprehensive review and analysis of service marketing issues, practices, and strategies. Through this course we will learn how service businesses should be managed to achieve customer satisfaction. In addition to studying key concepts, organizing frameworks, and tools of service marketing, you’ll also be introduced to a wide array of organizations from around the world especially India. From their experiences, you can draw important lessons on how to succeed in increasingly competitive service markets. Learning about the distinctive characteristic of services and how they affect both consumer behavior and marketing strategy will give you important insights- and perhaps create a competitive advantage for your own career.