The document discusses the marketing communication mix and promotion mix. It defines promotion as the communications part of marketing that provides customers with information and knowledge in an informative and persuasive manner. The promotion mix includes advertising, sales promotion, publicity, personal selling, and direct marketing. Developing effective communications involves identifying the target audience, determining communication objectives, designing the message, selecting media, and collecting feedback. Factors that influence the promotion mix include the type of product and market, and whether a push or pull strategy is used.