THE IMPACT OF MARKETING COMMUNICATION ON SALE OF CONSUMER GOODS

ABSTRACT

This research work is established a theoretical and empirical basis that shows the impact of marketing communication on the sale of consumer goods and the endurance to effective communication. In the marketing with particular reference to Nigerian the significance, the scope and the limitation of the study. The theoretical review supports applying analysis techniques based on structural equation models to confirm empirically the relationship between marketing communication effort and the dimension of the sale of consumer goods. Marketing firms and departments use communication to target specific groups of consumers and influence them into buying a particular product. Beyond word of mouth, companies use advertisement salesperson to communicate to target markets and attempts to influence them into purchasing products. In fact, without effective marketing communication on the sale of consumer goods the consumer remains unaware of products and services they need, who might supply them and the benefit which both product and suppliers can offer. Moreover, it is impossible to develop effective and efficient marketing systems without first establishing channels of communication.

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

The impact of marketing communication on the sale of consumer goods cannot be over emphasizes in the major activities which affect the achievement of organizational goals and objectives. Some firms failed in the beer-making industries due to the fact that they have neglected the communication aspect of promotional tools and because they are unable to retrieve the avenue created by a communication network.

        Nigeria breweries Plc could be described as the pioneer in the indigenous beer-making firm in the country. It was established and corporate in November 1964 about fifty-five years of excellent growth portrays the company as international, giant among her counterparts. It was the “STAR LARGER BEER” which has to complete with the trends well organized and widely accepted incorporated brand of beers, therefore the competitive positing brought about the fast heading changes and improvement in the quality so as find its position in the market as a time when consequential impact was a surprise but the international recognition and reputation of the indigenous premier brewery (Nigeria Breweries Plc) and the leadership in 1960. The reputation of the company owes manufactured through an act in participation sponsoring given financial aid to important events in the country.

1.2 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

        There are some factors that hinder effective marketing communication in Nigeria breweries Plc. They are;

1.          Lack of communication network.

2.          Customers need a good education about the product.

3.          Language problems

4.          The problem of distribution channel

5.          The problem of distribution channel

1.3 PURPOSE OF THE STUDY

1.          To study the present distribution of most producers of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages

2.          To find out the level of customers

3.          To find out whether the company provides enough warehousing facilities.

1.4 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

 The study would clarify the importance of marketing communication on the sale of consumer goods and to the case study in particular Nigeria Breweries Plc Iganumu, Lagos state.

The study will help;

a.           The organization to know the importance of marketing communication.

b.          Students to have knowledge in marketing communication as relevant promoting and achieving organizational aims and objectives.

1.5 RESEARCH QUESTIONS

1.          Do you think that effective marketing communication can influence the company’s productivity?

2.          How often do consumers buy goods from the company?

3.          Is marketing communication the only significant way of persuading consumers to purchase a particular brand of product?

4.          Does effective marketing communication help a product in a company effectively with other similar products?

5.          Do sales promotional devices influence the acceptance of consumer goods?

6.          Do you think corporate image influences the impact of marketing communication in marketing?

7.          Is there any hindrance to the successful accomplishment of effective communication in Nigeria breweries Plc.

1.6 SCOPE OF THE STUDY

This research work world covers the extent of the impact of marketing communication on the sale of consumer goods in Nigeria Plc Iganumu Lagos state effort has been made to understand the management and corporate function on performance of the company relating to the communication process introduced in the systems of operations.

1.7 DEFINITION OF TERMS

Marketing communication:  is controlled integrated and planned to prospective target and unit a phasing need satisfying attributes of the products towards the aim of faulting sales and this contributing to long-run profit performance.

        It is an attempt by marketing to inform, persuade and influence potential buyers of a product in order to elicit a response.