A brand is a valuable asset and is of strategic importance to any organization. This course focuses on the knowledge and skills required to build a strong brand identity, lasting brand loyalty and a superior brand experience. Participants will learn how to differentiate their brands from those of competitors, sustain their differentiation and competitive advantage, and to maximize its profitability and impact.

The program is dynamic, fast-paced, practical, and combines interactive lectures and discussions with exercises, case studies, and other group activities. It is developed in collaboration with the Center on Global Brand Leadership, a think tank that provides innovative brand solutions.

Participants will enjoy the added benefit of meeting New York-based new media experts, conducting an on-site analysis of digital brand displays in Times Square, and will engage in an immersive brand experience tour of iconic retail stores.

Participants will be able to:

• Diagnose their brand’s strengths and weaknesses.
• Develop genuine customer insights about the brand.
• Measure and demonstrate the value of their brand.
• Differentiate their brand from the competition.
• Create a compelling brand experience.
• Design and manage digital brand communications.
• Plan and execute an integrated brand campaign.
• Leverage and protect their corporate brand reputation.
• Plan the future for their brand.
• Optimize the role of their brand within the brand portfolio.