ADVERTISING AS AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION TOOL FOR MARKETING

Student: Usman Olanrewaju Ogunbona
Supervisor: Dr S A Adeagbo
HOD: Dr Idowu Akinrosoye
Department of Mass Communication
Information Comunication Technology
Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State

Abstract

Advertising is one of the most important elements of marketing communication. It helps organizations create awareness, persuade consumers, promote products and services, and build brand recognition in competitive markets. This study examines advertising as an effective communication tool for marketing. The study investigates how advertising supports marketing objectives by informing consumers, influencing buying behaviour, and improving product visibility. Data for the study may be obtained from questionnaires, interviews, and secondary materials such as textbooks, journals, and relevant marketing reports. The findings are expected to reveal that advertising plays a significant role in communication between organizations and consumers. It is likely to show that effective advertising improves consumer awareness, enhances product acceptance, and contributes to increased sales and market performance. The study concludes that advertising remains a powerful communication tool for marketing because of its ability to reach large audiences and influence consumer decisions. It recommends that organizations should develop creative, truthful, and audience centered advertising strategies to improve their marketing performance.

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