This course introduces the role and philosophy of brand management in the strategic marketing process and the resulting effects on strategic and marketing decisions. Students learn to identify and establish brand positioning and values, design branding strategies, and grow and sustain brand equity. Topics may include the strategic brand building process, segmentation and positioning for building brands, consumer behavior, brand information systems, building brand equity, and the application of brand management using marketing principles. Students explore the critical role of brand management in successful marketing strategies.