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HOW TO BECOME A HEAD OF MARKETING

Dates: 19 NOV 2024 - 21 JAN 2025
Duration: 7 WEEKS
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
6 PM GMT
JANA STRAITON
EX. ADOBE
Jana Straiton
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LIVE ONLINE COURSE ON BECOMING A SUCCESSFUL MARKETING DIRECTOR
DATES:
19 NOV 2024 - 21 JAN 2025
DURATION:
7 WEEKS
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
6 PM GMT

Aim high. Learn how to create and implement world-class marketing strategies.

Join Jana Straiton, ex. Adobe Head of Marketing, as she shares her expert insights on being in a lead marketing role.

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU, IF...

  • YOU WANT TO STEP INTO A MORE IMPACTFUL MARKETING ROLE

     

    This course equips marketing professionals with the fundamental skills they need to advance their careers. Gain expertise in strategic planning, and brand & team management that you can confidently apply to head of marketing positions.

  • YOU WANT TO EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE YOUR MARKETING VISION

     

    Do you have ideas that would positively impact the business but are unsure how to communicate them? This course will teach you techniques for successfully pitching your vision, from the structure of your presentation to your body language.

  • YOU ARE MOVING INTO A HEAD OF MARKETING ROLE

     

    Gain a full understanding of what a marketing head does and how to achieve top results. Learn how to implement effective marketing metrics and KPIs, plan budgets, and develop a comprehensive marketing plan.

  • YOU ARE A SENIOR-LEVEL EXECUTIVE OF A SMALL BUSINESS

     

    Align your marketing efforts with the world’s top companies by learning from a leading expert. Follow your course instructor as she shares her extensive experience from working with global companies like Adobe and PayPal.

YOUR ASCENT STARTS HERE

Raise your skills to a world-class level to earn over £64k a year.

Make your mark on the marketing industry. Learn to lead innovative teams, plan and implement effective strategies, and master cutting-edge marketing tools to stay ahead in a competitive landscape.

Learn directly from an elite marketing professional.

Gain industry insights, get career guidance, and receive personalised feedback from a top instructor. Master hard & soft skills in our interactive lessons LIVE online.

 
ABOUT THE COURSE / WHAT YOU'LL DO
01
PRACTICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Over 7 comprehensive assignments, you will gain experience in everything from target audience segmentation to budgets and ROI.

02
WORKSHOPS & CASE STUDY

Explore your creative ideas and pitching skills in hands-on workshops, and dive into a real-world case study on disruptor brands.

03
FINAL PROJECT

Create a detailed marketing plan for a business or brand of your choice. This is your opportunity to showcase your abilities as a head of marketing — give it your all!

INSTRUCTOR

JANA STRAITON

LinkedIn Profile
  • Head of Marketing, ex. Adobe
  • Has worked for West Coast tech titans, including Adobe and PayPal, and multinational giant Reckitt Benckiser
  • Has led complex multi-country global product launches for CPG brands, as well as single-market strategies in the U.S
  • Has launched products across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, within the tech sector
  • Founded Renegade Marketing, a tech branding agency that crafts unique brand identities that challenge the status quo
Instructor Jana Straiton
syllabus
01
TUE (19/11), 6 PM GMT
The Role of a Head of Marketing

Discover why the Head of Marketing is the driving force behind a company’s success — shaping brand strategy, leading teams, and influencing every corner of the business. Dive into the tasks, career path, and scope of this pivotal role.


  • Why do companies need a head of marketing?
  • Tasks & responsibilities
  • Career path
  • Scope of the role based on the size of the organisation 

Assignment #1: Selecting a Company Case for the Project
Choose a company for your project and outline its key data using the provided guidelines.

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02
THU (21/11), 6 PM GMT
Distilling Marketing Strategies

By the end of this class, you'll be able to confidently craft marketing strategies that adapt to any business size, find the sweet spot between brand and performance goals, and drive success with smart metrics and a strong team.


  • Marketing strategy frameworks
  • Marketing strategy for a small business vs big business
  • The balance between brand & performance marketing
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03
TUE (26/11), 6 PM GMT
Target Audience & Customer Experience + Guest Speaker

Learn how to use data and AI to craft strategies that don't just attract customers, but keep them hooked at every touchpoint. It's all about understanding who they are, what they want, and how you can make their experience with your brand unforgettable.


  • Data-driven approaches to defining the target audience
  • Guest Speaker: Applying AI&ML tools
  • Diversifying your target audience
  • Customer touchpoints
  • B2B audience targeting (ICP, target lists, ABM marketing)
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04
THU (28/11), 6 PM GMT
Brand Marketing

In this class, you'll look into brand marketing with a fresh perspective. Learn how to craft a killer brand strategy, nail your positioning across every channel, and discover how GenAI is changing the game. Get ready to build a brand that not only stands out but also thrives in the ever-evolving market landscape.


  • Building & implementing a brand strategy
  • Brand positioning in the omnichannel world
  • Elements of a brand identity
  • Case Study: Disruptor brands with remarkable identities
  • Impact of GenAI on branding
  • Reviewing Brandbook template

Assignment #2: Target Audience Segmentation
Map out target customer segments.

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05
TUE (3/12), 6 PM GMT
Media Mix + Guest Speaker

Understand how to juggle and optimise your marketing channels, from social media to TV ads, and get the scoop on Media Mix Modelling (MMM) to supercharge your strategy. Plus, hear real-world tips from a guest speaker who’s been there & done that.


  • Key marketing channels
  • Ideal ratio
  • Media Mix Modelling (MMM)
  • Media Mix Modelling providers & tools 
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06
THU (5/12), 6 PM GMT
Nailing Creatives

This class will give you the tools to craft standout marketing content, from nailing the perfect brief to collaborating with influencers and using AI for awesome results. Let’s get those creative juices flowing and make your ideas pop.


  • Tailoring creatives to different objectives
  • Content personalization
  • Partnering with influencers & choosing the right creative for different channels
  • AI tools to maximize creative production
  • Creative briefs
  • Workshop: Brainstorm personalized creative ideas for the assigned brands

Assignment #3: Channel Mix & Creative Brief
Create a channel mix for customer segments and develop a creative brief for your project using the provided template.

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07
TUE (10/12), 6 PM GMT
Marketing metrics & KPIs

Ready to turn your marketing data into actionable insights? In this class, you'll learn how to pick the right metrics and KPIs that truly align with your business goals and focus on what drives real results. Get set to dive into dashboards, discover what truly matters, and make smarter marketing decisions.


  • Crucial metrics overview
  • Selecting metrics that matter for your business
  • Rules for establishing KPIs
  • Reporting & dashboards
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08
THU (12/12), 6 PM GMT
Budget Management

Turn your marketing budget into a powerhouse. This class will show you how to plan smartly, prioritise effectively, and squeeze every bit of value from your budget while measuring ROI to keep everything on track.


  • The budget planning framework
  • Defining priorities
  • Making the most of your budget
  • Measuring ROI

Assignment #4: Marketing Budgets & ROI
Define your project's budget, break it down, forecast results, and calculate estimated ROI.

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09
TUE (7/1), 6 PM GMT
Marketing Plan

This class will guide you through creating a killer marketing plan that’s as dynamic as your business, blending strategy with the latest trends, and keeping everything in sync with your team. Turn the big ideas into actionable steps and watch your business thrive.


  • Marketing plan elements
  • Planning approaches
  • What marketing plan does your business need?
  • Keeping it up-to-date (platforms, trends, tools)
  • Cross-functional alignments 
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10
THU (9/1), 6 PM GMT
Forecasting

In this class, you'll learn how to turn data into actionable insights, pick the right tools for the job, and adjust your budgets and targets. Whether you're diving into sales records or mastering forecasting software, you'll be set to make smarter, data-driven decisions that keep your business on track.


  • Sources of data
  • What data do you need to look at?
  • Forecasting methods & software
  • Adjusting budgets & targets

Assignment #5: KPIs & Business Impact Forecast
Outline performance KPIs for your marketing plan. Then, create a forecast of business impact based on budgets, objectives, and KPIs using a provided template.

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TUE (14/1), 6 PM GMT
Building a Team

Learn how to build a rockstar marketing team. We’ll tell you the secrets of assembling a high-performing crew, ace your hiring game with cutting-edge strategies, and infuse Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into every step to create a dynamic and effective team.


  • Successful marketing team: Attributes & structure
  • Top hiring strategies
  • Employee referrals
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion basics 

Assignment #6: Team Organisational Chart & Final Project
Design a team org chart with roles and KPIs, then compile all marketing plan elements into a pitch deck. Your final project should include business description, target audience, channel mix, budgets, ROI, KPIs, creative brief, and team chart.

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THU (16/1), 6 PM GMT
Leadership & Career

Level up your leadership game. This class will sharpen your management skills, teach you how to build trust and influence others, and show you how to use mentorship to rocket your career forward — all while making your personal brand shine.


  • What makes a great manager
  • Building trust  
  • Involving the team in decision-making
  • Influencing stakeholders from other teams
  • Building a career internally: Mentors & sponsors
  • LinkedIn & personal branding
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THU (21/1), 6 PM GMT
Communicating Your Marketing Vision

Turn your marketing vision into a showstopper pitch. In this class, you'll learn how to captivate any audience, from CMOs to creative agencies, with tailored presentations and effective storytelling. Plus, you'll get hands-on practice to refine your pitch and make your ideas unforgettable.


  • Successful pitch tips
  • Tailoring your address to the audience: CMO / team / creative agency / stakeholders
  • Workshop: Pitch your marketing vision

Assignment #7 (optional): Personal Branding Pillars & LinkedIn Review
Identify personal branding pillars and update your LinkedIn profile.

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What our students say

Student Victoria Mansell
Victoria Mansell

MARKETING DIRECTOR
"It was such a great experience, well worth the course fee which I invested personally - I've learnt so much and feel much more confident in my role.."

Student Parag Deb
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"The course at ELVTR was a great investment in my career. The materials are top-notch, and the instructors provided excellent support."
Student Kiara De Leon Hernandez
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"The knowledge. The teacher is very experienced. He is able to answer our questions in depth, and takes the time to do so."
Student Youssef MN Aly
Youssef MN Aly
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"The course was very helpful in helping me expand my design toolkits by gaining a wealth of new knowledge and inside expertise to stay at the forefront in an age of rapidly developing technological and software advancements."
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