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Towards a Parametric Definition of Marketing

Gary Kurzbard (Baruch College, University of New York)
Gary F. Soldow (Baruch College, University of New York)

European Journal of Marketing

ISSN: 0309-0566

Publication date: 1 January 1987

Abstract

To claim that marketing is concerned with exchange is a currently accepted definition which allows wide interpretation and can be applied to almost all disciplines. A satisfactory definition should develop both inclusionary and exclusionary criteria. Marketing has an underlying purpose connected with the exchange of goods and services, and ideas can be studied only if they serve that purpose. It should be placed firmly in the economic sphere, employing strategies intentionally rendered and goal‐directed. This definition allows wide consideration of diverse subject areas, but keeps the process within specific parameters, bringing about its more satisfactory development as a scientific discipline.

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Kurzbard, G. and Soldow, G.F. (1987), "Towards a Parametric Definition of Marketing ", European Journal of Marketing, Vol. 21 No. 1, pp. 37-47. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000004677

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1987, MCB UP Limited

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