This module prepares aspiring researchers and analysts to design effective research projects. You will learn to convert vague business problems into specific, measurable research objectives and select appropriate methodologies. Using case studies from Coca-Cola and Airbnb, you will master structured interview techniques and define SMART objectives. The module teaches you to conduct cost-benefit analyses of methods like surveys and interviews to justify your choices. Through hands-on activities, including mock interviews with an AI coach, you will build a portfolio-ready research brief, ensuring your projects are actionable and aligned with strategic business goals.

This module provides a hands-on foundation in strategic marketing, focusing on the 4Ps and SWOT analysis. You will learn to deconstruct a company's go-to-market strategy by classifying tactics into Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. Through case studies on companies like Netflix and Tesla, this module teaches you to conduct a comprehensive SWOT analysis, organizing internal strengths against external opportunities. You will develop the analytical thinking required to translate raw data into a structured strategic overview, identify competitive vulnerabilities, and formulate actionable recommendations, a critical skill for any aspiring market analyst or business strategist.

This module equips aspiring business analysts and marketers to build compelling, data-backed business cases. You will learn to apply the Ansoff Matrix to systematically map growth opportunities, from market penetration to diversification. This module teaches you not only how to build a growth strategy but also how to quantify its potential revenue impact. You will then learn to conduct a thorough postmortem campaign analysis, evaluating actual ROI against target KPIs, diagnosing variance, and formulating clear, actionable recommendations for future optimization.