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Post University Transfer Credit · Marketing 300

MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior at Post.

Earn this Post University equivalency through UPI Study's Marketing Research — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Marketing Research — transfers as MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior at Post University
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Marketing Research
Marketing 300 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Post University recognizes as
MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: MKT 382
NECHE accredited since 1972 · Transcript sent directly to Post University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Post
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
💰 Savings
$650+
Saved vs avg community college
What you'll learn

A full semester of marketing research, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Understand factors influencing consumer purchase decisions, with a focus on cultural and value-based elements, and their implications for marketing strategies
  • ✓Develop a comprehensive grasp of customer experience, market segmentation, and their roles in shaping marketing effectiveness
  • ✓Master the design and execution of marketing research projects, differentiating between primary and secondary data sources, and utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies
  • ✓Analyze ethical considerations in consumer data collection and apply marketing research findings to real-world case studies
  • ✓Gain proficiency in advanced data analysis techniques, including statistical methods and modern digital platforms, and effectively communicate research findings through formal reports and presentations
📚Major topics covered
Consumer purchase decisions & market segmentation Primary vs. secondary data sources Qualitative research methods & focus groups Quantitative research & survey design Causal & experimental research design Sampling methods & sample size determination Measurement, scaling & questionnaire design Secondary & syndicated data sources Data encoding, coding & preparation Descriptive & inferential statistics Hypothesis testing: chi-square, t-tests, ANOVA Regression & correlation analysis Big data analytics & mobile marketing trends Ethics in consumer data collection Marketing research reports & presentations Perceptual mapping & factor analysis
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
Simple process

Three steps to Post credit.

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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to Post

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Post University's registrar. Post applies the equivalency: MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior.

Pricing

Marketing Research — two ways to enroll.

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$89 /mo

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$279 one-time

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  • ✓Lifetime access to Marketing Research
  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Post University
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Post University
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Tuition saved vs Post per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate compares Post University's $629/credit online undergraduate rate against UPI Study course pricing. Post requires a 73% grade to accept a UPI course; UPI credit applies to General Education requirements only (not Major, Core, Concentration, or Minor). Maximum UPI transfer: 15 credits into an associate's, 30 into a bachelor's. Final credit awards are determined solely by Post University's registrar.

More transferable credits

See all 68 UPI Study courses that transfer to Post.

Marketing Research is one of 68 UPI Study courses recognized by Post University under the Articulation Agreement. Stack more for bigger savings on your Bachelor of Science — Post accepts up to 30 transfer credits.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Marketing Research → Post.

📚 About Marketing Research
What is Marketing Research?
Marketing Research is a college-level business course covering core concepts in management, strategy, ethics, or operations. It is Marketing 300 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to apply key business concepts to real-world situations, make more informed decisions in professional contexts, and demonstrate college-level competency in the subject area.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior at Post
Does Post University accept Marketing Research as a direct equivalent to their MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Post University, UPI Study's Marketing Research is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Post's MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Marketing Research as transferring as MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Post transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior at Post or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior, Post typically applies UPI Study's Marketing Research as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Post advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior directly at Post?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Post degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Post's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Post enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Post to reduce overall program time.
Does Post University ever change which courses they accept as MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Post University explicitly lists Marketing Research → MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to Post
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Post degree?
Post University accepts up to 25% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 30 credits for the bachelor's degree. 68 UPI Study courses are recognized by Post under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Post.
Do I need to enroll at Post first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Post enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Post when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Post?
Once you complete Marketing Research, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Post University. Post's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (MKT 382 – Consumer Behavior) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Post.

Post University is NECHE-accredited and accepts UPI Study's ACE & NCCRS-recommended courses for General Education transfer credit. A 73% (C) grade or better is required for a course to transfer.

What Post offers UPI students
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓Flexible career-focused online degrees
✓73% (C) grade accepted for transfer
✓Built for working adults
The numbers
30 credits
Max UPI transfer toward a bachelor's
15 credits
Max UPI transfer toward an associate
📋 Post University × UPI Study transfer pathway → NECHE accredited since 1972

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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