Relevance of social media marketing to college consumer behavior

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Martin Francisco

Abstract

This study analyzes the relevance of social media marketing for the commercialization of products and services, highlighting its influence on purchasing decisions and business marketing strategies. Its relevance lies in the increasingly determining role that these platforms play in consumer behavior and in the way, companies design their marketing strategies. The study followed a quantitative and non-experimental approach, with a cross-sectional and descriptive design focusing on the School of Administrative Sciences (FCA) of the Autonomous University of Baja California in Mexicali, B.C. The sample included 199 students of the Bachelor's Degree in International Business. The results obtained confirm the growing influence of social networks in purchasing decisions and marketing strategies. Maintaining an active presence on these platforms has become crucial for business success in the digital era. However, there are challenges such as the lack of studies on the consumer response to sponsored advertising.

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Montaño-Hernández, M. (2025). Relevance of social media marketing to college consumer behavior. 593 Digital Publisher CEIT, 10(5), 305-314. https://doi.org/10.33386/593dp.2025.5.3346
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Author Biography

Martin Francisco , Universidad Autónoma de Baja California - México

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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4958-2828

Full-time professor at the Faculty of Administrative Sciences at the Autonomous University of Baja California (UABC). He has a Degree in International Business from the Autonomous University of Baja California (2008), a Master's Degree in Administration (2011), and a Ph.D. in Administrative Sciences (2017) from UABC. As a professor, he has taught courses in International Economic Environment, International Finance, and Project Investment Formulation and Evaluation. He has been a co-author of various popular articles and book chapters.

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