Stages of Brand Management
       -     Introduction
       -     Elaboration
       -     Fortification
       -     Types of Brand & their stages
             Functional
             Symbolic
             Experiential
Branding Strategy
       -    Definition
       -    Types of branding strategy
       -    Product Branding
       -    Line Branding
       -    Range Branding
       -    Umbrella Branding
       -    Source Double Branding
       -    Endorsement Branding
       -    Factors affecting the branding strategy
Line Extensions
            Meaning & Significance
            Risks in Line Extensions
 Brand Extensions
            Meaning
             Need / Importance of Brand Extensions
Types of Brand Extensions
-	Product Form of Extension
-	Companion Product
-	Customer Form Extension
-	Company Expertise
-	Brand Distinction
-	Brand Image or Prestige
-	Distinctive Taste, Ingredient or Component
Advantages & Disadvantages of Brand Extensions
Brand Portfolio
       -     Flankers
       -     Cash Cows
       -     Low-end entry level
       -     High-end entry level
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