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Customer Behaviour

Code 14371
Year 1
Semester S2
ECTS Credits 6
Workload TP(60H)
Scientific area Marketing
Entry requirements n.a.
Mode of delivery Face to face theoretical and practical
Work placements Not Applicable
Learning outcomes - Recognize the relevance of consumer behavior for marketing professionals;
- Provide a conceptual and theoretical framework for consumer behavior;
- Know and explain the internal and external elements that motivate consumers;
- Understand the purchasing decision process;
- Discuss real cases with a focus on analyzing consumer behavior.

At the end of the course, the student should be able to:
Identify the influence of individual, social, economic, and cultural dimensions on consumer attitudes and behavior;
Discuss and critique real cases of consumer behavior;
Propose marketing actions that incorporate knowledge of consumer behavior.
The objectives are compatible with the teaching method, as they allow concepts to be presented and explained and, through discussion, to understand how they apply to the everyday reality of consumers.
Syllabus Part I - Introduction to the Study of Consumer Behaviour
1) Concept and Scope of Consumer Behaviour
2) Consumer Behaviour Models
3) Purchase Decision-Making Process
Part II - Internal Factors Explaining Consumer Behaviour
1) Needs and Motivations
2) Perception and Attitudes
3) Learning and Memory
4) Personality
Part III - External Factors Explaining Consumer Behaviour
Part IV - Purchasing Decision-Making Process
1) Stages of the Purchasing Decision Process
2) Factors Impacting the Various Stages of the Decision Process
Main Bibliography Blackwell, R, Miniard & P, Engel, J. (2008). Comportamento do Consumidor. THOMSON PIONEIRA S. Paulo ( ISBN: 8522104123/ ISBN-13: 9788522104123)
Dittmar, H. (1996). Social psychology of economics and consumer behaviour. In G. Semin & K. Fidler (Eds.). Aplied social psychology (pp. 145-172). London: Sage Publications.
Dubois, B. (1993). Compreender o consumidor. Lisboa: Publicações Dom Quixote.
Engel, James F.; Blackwell, Roger D.; Miniard, Paul W. (2001). Consumer Behavior - International Edition, Thomson
Schiffman, Leon G.; Kanuk, Leslie Lazar (1997). Consumer Behavior, Prentice Hall
Solomon, Michael R. (2008) O Comportamento do Consumidor, Bookman S. Paulo. (ISBN: 9788577802548)
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria Assessment is continuous, with the final assessment resulting from:
- Overall written test: 65%;
Group assignment: 30%;
- Active participation in face-to-face and online sessions: 5%.
To pass the course, the student must complete all the activities and obtain a final grade average above 10 points out of 20.
In order to approve the course, students must complete all the activities with a minimum of 8 points in the exam and group assignment.

The teaching and assessment methodologies are consistent with the presentation of basic theoretical concepts, which will then be assessed through a written test. Classroom discussion allows for the examination of real consumer situations and the development of critical thinking on the part of the student. Group work fosters interpersonal relationships and promotes the application of knowledge to specific real-life situations.
Language Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
Last updated on: 2025-02-21

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