Assignment

Create a thread that answers and explains the following questions or issues:

Your text defines the marketing concept and the 4P's concept.

• In your own words define and explain "marketing concept" and the "4P's." Provide an example of a company that uses one or both approaches.

• Define "marketing" and "sales" and explain how they are different from one another. How are they dependent upon one another?

• Does "marketing" have a function in church operations? Explain and support your answer.

Generational trends lead to distinctly different attitudes, values, and behavioral patterns that must be considered when developing a market plan.

• Identify the "generational cohorts" according to our text, and explain their differences in values and motivational factors.

• Identify an advertisement or commercial that targets only one of the generational groups. Describe the promotion in detail and identify the intended group.

Explain how the Scripture verse "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever" (Heb. 13.8) relates to the "generational cohort" discussion in the above exercise.

DISCUSSION BOARD FORUM INSTRUCTIONS

Discussion Board Forum Thread Instructions

You will have 4 Discussion Board Forums in which you will write a thread of at least 350 words, not including abstract, title page, or references, responding to the topic presented. Current APA format, spelling, and grammar are expected.