Course Description
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Course Name
Customer Relationship Management Systems
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Host University
The American College of Greece
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Location
Athens, Greece
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Area of Study
Computer Science, Information Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
CS 1070 Introduction to Information Systems
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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US Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
DESCRIPTION:
Customer-centric marketing strategies; CRM concepts, metrics and techniques; CRM systems for customer analysis; CRM analysis and business performance; CRM systems for loyalty programmes, channel management and promotional campaigns; Customer segmentation through CRM.RATIONALE:
The module is intended to provide a definition of Customer Relationship Management (CRM), the benefits it delivers, the contexts in which it is used, and its implementation. Moreover, it demonstrates how a CRM system can be deployed to support customer management strategies and objectives. The module provides a well-balanced study of strategy and organisation, marketing aspects, analytical CRM, operational CRM, and implementation of CRM systems.LEARNING OUTCOMES:
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:
1. Analyse the strategic framework of customer relationship management (CRM) in managing customer relationships through interactive technologies.
2. Align the CRM strategy with the business strategy.
3. Apply the strategic, organisational, commercial and technological aspects of CRM in the context of the CRM strategy defined.METHOD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING:
In congruence with the learning and teaching strategy of the College, the following tools/activities are used:
• Lectures and class discussions. Laboratory practical sessions and problem solving.
• Office hours held by the instructor to provide further assistance to students.
• Use of the Blackboard Learning platform to further
2 support communication, by posting lecture notes, assignment instruction, timely announcements, and online submission of assignments.