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Introduction to Consumer
Behavior & Market Research
Behavior? Introduction to Consumer Behavior Definition
Consumer behavior is the study of how individuals, groups, and
organizations select, buy, use, and dispose of goods, services, ideas, or experiences to satisfy their needs and wants. Why Consumer Behavior Matters? • Consumer Insights: Helps businesses tailor their products and marketing strategies to meet customer needs. • Competitive Advantage: Better understanding of consumer behavior can lead to a competitive edge in the market. • Product Development: Insights into consumer preferences can guide product development efforts. Factors Influencing Consumer Behavior
• Psychological Factors • Social Factors • Cultural Factors • Personal Factors Market Research? Introduction to Market Research
• Definition: Market research is the process of gathering, analyzing, and
interpreting information about a market, including consumer preferences, behaviors, and trends. • Purpose: To make informed business decisions. Importance of Market Research
• Minimizing Risk: Helps businesses make decisions with a reduced level
of uncertainty. • Identifying Opportunities: Uncovers market gaps and new opportunities. • Customer-Centric Approach: Allows businesses to cater to customer needs. Conducting Market Research
• Define Research Objectives
• Data Collection Methods • Data Analysis • Interpretation and Reporting Consumer Personality & Consumer Behavior Consumer Personality – Definition • An individual's unique set of characteristics, traits, and patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior that influence their interactions with the marketplace The Big Five Personality Traits Openness to Experience • Adventurous • Curious • Open-minded • more likely to try new products, explore unique experiences, and value novelty and creativity. Conscientiousness • Organized • Disciplined • Responsible • more likely to engage in thorough research before making a purchase, seek reliability in products, and value durability and quality. Extraversion • Outgoing • Sociable • Energetic • more likely to make purchases influenced by social factors, seek social validation, and value products that enhance their social image. Agreeableness • Cooperative • Empathetic • Trusting • They value products and brands that align with their ethical values, prioritize positive interactions, and seek harmonious relationships. Neuroticism • Neurotic individuals experience higher levels of negative emotions such as anxiety and stress. • They may be more inclined to make impulsive purchases as a means of alleviating negative emotions or seeking comfort. Decision-making process Questions?