Part 1: Foundations of Consumer Behavior
This section introduces consumer behavior, including basic concepts of purchasing, acquiring, and being. It also examines consumer development and welfare in society.
Part 2: Internal Influences on Consumer Behavior
This section delves into the internal factors that influence consumer behavior such as perception, learning and memory, motivation and emotion, along with the consumer himself including mind, gender and body. It also explores consumer personality, lifestyle and values.
Part 3: Product Selection and Use
This section focuses on factors related to consumer product selection and use such as attitudes and persuasive media, decision-making processes, and product purchase, use, and disposal activities.
Part 4: Consumers in Social and Cultural Context
This section examines the impact of social groups and social media on consumer behavior. It also discusses the influence of income and social class, subcultures, and general culture on consumer behavior.