CMA’s Marketing Metrics Online Certificate course consists of instructor recorded videos, synchronized PowerPoint presentations, integrated discussion boards and practice questions. This course also includes three live interactive webinars, during which students have the opportunity to engage with fellow students and to ask direct questions to the instructor.
The following is a general outline of the course content (subject to change).
Session 1: Introduction and Market Analysis
- Percentages
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Averages
- Defining the Market
Session 2: Business Profit & Loss Components
- Defining the Profit and Loss Statement:
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Revenue
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Cost of Goods
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Gross Profit
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Net Profit
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P&L Example
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Key P&L metrics used in marketing evaluations:
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Gross Margin per unit
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Gross Margin and Gross Margin %
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Contribution Margin and Contribution Margin %
- Net Margin
Session 3: Key Marketing Performance Metrics (Part 1)
- Overview of Key Performance Indicators
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Acquisition
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Retention
- Upsell
Mid-term Exam
Session 4: Return on Investment
- Expectations for Marketers
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Return on Investment (ROI)
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Understanding the definition and purpose of ROI
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Formula and calculations
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Determining Incremental Value
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Using Thresholds for ROI
- Calculating Net Gains to meet ROI Threshold
Session 5: Key Marketing Performance Metrics (Part 2)
Session 6: Channel Performance Metrics and Results Analysis
- Tracking Marketing Initiatives by Channel
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Mass Channels Metrics
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Direct Channel Metrics
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Social Media Metrics
- Results Post Analysis
Final Examination