This article addresses the issue of interdisciplinary marketing education by considering the case of marketing concepts and skills relevant for accountants. The need for marketing skills is identified; germane concepts and skills are documented; and suggestions for incorporating them, in order to improve both firm management and client service, are elaborated.
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