The need for skills in marketing curricula in the 1990s is widely acknowledged; however, questions remain as to how to develop skills in specific courses. This article examines skills development with respect to a consumer behavior course. The core contribution is the presentation of a process approach for integrating skills into various course components. The authors conclude with a critical evaluation of the process approach that discusses implementation issues.
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