Syllabus for Marketing: Making the Most of Display Advertising
1. Introduction to Display Advertising
- Definition and importance of display advertising
- Comparison with other forms of advertising (e.g., search advertising)
- Benefits and challenges of display advertising
2. Understanding Display Advertising Formats
- Banner ads: types, sizes, and best practices
- Native ads: characteristics and strategies
- Video ads: formats, targeting options, and creative considerations
- Interactive ads: engaging users through rich media
3. Targeting and Audience Segmentation
- Demographic targeting: age, gender, location, etc.
- Behavioral targeting: user interests, online behavior, etc.
- Contextual targeting: relevance to website content
- Remarketing: reaching out to past website visitors
4. Display Advertising Campaign Planning
- Setting campaign objectives and goals
- Defining target audience and segments
- Selecting appropriate ad networks and platforms
- Budgeting and cost considerations
5. Designing Effective Display Ads
- Ad copywriting techniques and best practices
- Creating compelling visuals and brand consistency
- A/B testing for ad optimization
- Landing page optimization for higher conversions
6. Display Ad Campaign Optimization
- Tracking and measuring campaign performance
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) for display advertising
- Ad placement and targeting adjustments
- Ad scheduling and frequency capping
7. Display Ad Campaign Management
- Ad creation and campaign setup
- Monitoring ad performance and making adjustments
- Ad tracking and reporting tools
- Ad compliance and legal considerations
8. Display Ad Fraud and Brand Safety
- Understanding ad fraud and its impact
- Ad verification and fraud prevention techniques
- Ensuring brand safety in display advertising
- Industry standards and initiatives
9. Display Advertising Trends and Future Outlook
- Emerging technologies and innovations in display ads
- Programmatic advertising and real-time bidding (RTB)
- Mobile and responsive display advertising
- Personalization and dynamic ad content
10. Case Studies and Best Practices
- Successful display ad campaigns and their strategies
- Industry benchmarks and performance metrics
- Tips and recommendations for effective display advertising
- Learning from mistakes and avoiding common pitfalls
Note: This syllabus is subject to change based on the instructor's discretion and the latest industry trends.
This course is helpful for the following exams: Marketing