UPI Study Colleges Thomas Edison State University Principles of Marketing
Thomas Edison State University Transfer Credit · Marketing 102

MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's Principles of Marketing — 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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Principles of Marketing — transfers as MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing at Thomas Edison State University
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Principles of Marketing
Marketing 102 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: MKT-2010
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

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

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Analyze the ethical dimensions and corporate social responsibility (CSR) in marketing practices by evaluating real-world case studies to determine their impact on brand trust and customer loyalty
  • Evaluate global marketing dynamics and the role of the internet in shaping international strategies, with a focus on cross-cultural consumer behavior and adapting to diverse markets
  • Apply key marketing orientations—production, sales, societal, and market—by integrating them into strategic decision-making to address specific organizational goals
  • Create innovative marketing approaches by leveraging concepts of competitive advantage, including cost leadership, product differentiation, and niche strategies, to gain a strategic edge
  • Synthesize the role of AI in transforming modern marketing by utilizing AI-driven tools for predictive analytics, customer personalization, and optimizing marketing strategies to meet dynamic consumer needs
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to Marketing & the 4 P's Understanding & Approaching the Market Market segmentation & targeting Marketing research methods & techniques Buyer behavior & the exchange process Organizational buyer behavior External & environmental factors in marketing Legal, ethical & social considerations Marketing in global markets Product planning, strategy & lifecycle Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) Pricing strategies & methods Channel concepts & distribution Social media & content marketing Email marketing & platform strategies AI in marketing: tools & personalization Predictive analytics & campaign optimization
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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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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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing.

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Tuition saved vs TESU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
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15

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Principles of Marketing → TESU.

📚 About Principles of Marketing
What is Principles of Marketing?
Principles of Marketing is a college-level business course covering core concepts in management, strategy, ethics, or operations. It is Marketing 102 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & 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 ACE and NCCRS recommendations 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: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & 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 ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept Principles of Marketing as a direct equivalent to their MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's Principles of Marketing is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing — 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 Principles of Marketing as transferring as MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing, TESU typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Marketing as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists Principles of Marketing → MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing. 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 TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 50 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete Principles of Marketing, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Principles of Marketing for your TESU credit.

What is Principles of Marketing?

Principles of Marketing is the study of how businesses understand customer needs and turn that understanding into products, pricing, promotion, and distribution decisions. It covers how markets are segmented, how buyers make decisions, how organizations buy, and how outside factors such as law, ethics, global markets, and technology affect marketing choices.

How the course teaches you

Principles of Marketing is delivered with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading weighted at 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish, the transcript credit can be sent for TESU review, where it is recognized as MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing, a named course equivalency in the TESU catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

At TESU, this credit can fit into programs such as the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts, helping you move a business or general education plan forward with a course that addresses customer needs, pricing, promotion, and distribution. The TESU equivalency to MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing also makes it easier to see where the course belongs in a degree path when you are planning around the university's transfer rules.

Skills you walk away with

Segmenting and targeting customer groupsApplying the 4 P's to marketing decisionsAnalyzing buyer behavior and the exchange processEvaluating ethical and CSR issues in marketingComparing domestic and global marketing strategiesUsing market research methods to inform decisionsUsing AI tools for customer personalization and predictive analysis

Taking this course toward TESU

After you complete the course, the transcript is sent to Thomas Edison State University for evaluation. TESU applies the named equivalency MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing, which gives you a specific course match in the catalog rather than a general transfer credit. That matters because it helps you place the course in a degree plan for programs like the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts. TESU allows up to 90 transfer credits, so this course can be part of a larger transfer strategy as long as you stay within that ceiling.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical choice for students who want a TESU degree and need a clear, named match to MKT-2010 – Introduction to Marketing rather than an elective with uncertain placement. It can suit people who are finishing a degree or building a transfer plan within TESU's 90-credit maximum, but it is not the best fit if you need a course that counts as something other than introductory marketing at TESU.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
No minimum GPA requirement
Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from

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

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Thomas Edison State University.