Marketing and Sales
Chapter notes, video classes, MCQ practice tests and quick-revision one-liners for Small and Medium Enterprises in India — Certificate Course on MSME.
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What structural disadvantage do MSMEs face in marketing compared to large corporates?
MSMEs have fewer rupees, fewer hands, and patchy information, while large corporates have advertising budgets that can dwarf the entire turnover of a small unit.
What does the SMART framework stand for in MSME market research objective-setting?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
What is the definition of market research as described in this chapter?
Market research is the disciplined gathering and interpretation of information about customers, competitors, and the market environment.
What is the key characteristic of primary research that distinguishes it from secondary research?
Primary research generates new, first-hand data customisable to the business's needs
What framework should MSMEs apply when identifying objectives in market research?
MSMEs should apply the SMART framework when identifying objectives as the first step in market research.
What are the four segmentation factors used in market segmentation for MSMEs?
Demographic, geographic, psychographic, and behavioural factors
How does market research help MSMEs in defining their target market?
Market research narrows focus to a niche, helping MSMEs define their target market effectively.
What does SWOT stand for in market analysis tools used by MSMEs?
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
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