This document introduces integrated marketing communications (IMC) and the promotional mix. It defines IMC as a strategic business process used to plan, develop, execute and evaluate coordinated communications programs over time with targeted audiences to generate short-term returns and build long-term brand value. The promotional mix elements discussed are advertising, direct marketing, interactive/internet marketing, publicity/public relations, and personal selling. The document also outlines the IMC planning process which involves planning, executing, evaluating and controlling the various promotional mix elements to effectively communicate with audiences and achieve marketing and communication objectives.