QUESTION
(a) "The role of the Marketing Manager in the strategic marketing planning process is critical." Discuss this statement by giving suitable examples where appropriate.
(b) A famous multi-national company in the fast food sector wishes to have outlets for its products in Mauritius and the company has approached you to assist them in better understanding the local market. As a marketing manager you have recommended that an environmental analysis be initially carried out for the said company. List the factors, which are to be covered in the environment analysis. Explain the specific issues, which may be analysed under each of the factors identified by giving suitable examples.