Service Marketing

Course Objectives

  • Explore the unique characteristics of services and their impact on marketing strategies
  • Apply service quality models to evaluate customer satisfaction.
  • Analyze customer behavior and its influence on service delive
  • Design innovative service solutions to address market challenges.
  • Examine the role of technology in enhancing service efficiency and customer experience.
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Course Outcomes (CO)

CO No. Course Outcome PO Mapping
CO1 Explain the unique aspects of services and their strategic implications. PO1, PO4
CO2 Evaluate service quality using analytical frameworks. PO2, PO3
CO3 Design customer-centric service processes and manage customer experiences. PO1, PO5
CO4 Apply technology-driven approaches to optimize service delivery. PO4, PO6
CO5 Analyze service failures and propose strategic recovery methods. PO2, PO7

Service Marketing Syllabus T30

Session No. Topics
1 Introduction to Service Marketing and Its Characteristics
2 Service Marketing Mix (7Ps Framework)
3 Understanding Service Quality (SERVQUAL Model)
4 Customer Expectations and Perceived Service Value
5 Service Design and Blueprinting
6 Service Delivery and Relationship Management
7 Service Innovation and New Service Development
8 Managing Service Failures and Service Recovery Strategies
9 Customer Experience Management (CXM)
10 Service Pricing Strategies and Revenue Management
11 Role of Technology in Service Delivery (AI and Automation)
12 Capacity Management and Demand Forecasting in Services
13 Service Personnel and Internal Marketing
14 Customer Loyalty Programs in Service Sectors
15 Online and Omnichannel Service Delivery Models
16 Service Sector Regulations and Legal Considerations
17 Service Differentiation and Value Proposition Design
18 Service Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making
19 Consumer Co-Creation and Customization in Services
20 Future Trends in Service Marketing

References:

  • “Services Marketing: Integrating Customer Focus Across the Firm” – Valarie Zeithaml, Mary Jo Bitner, Dwayne Gremler
  • “Essentials of Services Marketing” – Jochen Wirtz & Christopher Lovelock
  • “Managing the Professional Service Firm” – David H. Maister