This test is based on real-life examples of ads that were either the object of a complaint to an advertising ethics jury ("Self-Regulatory Organisation"), or were exposed in the media or by consumer associations.
You should evaluate ads on the basis of statutory regulation, advertising code provisions, your common sense, and the evolving perceptions of the general public.
Before taking the test, you may want to refresh your knowledge of basic advertising standards.
Click here to review the International Chamber of Commerce's (ICC) Code of Advertising Practice.
Click here to review the ICC Food & Beverage Advertising Code.
Click here to review the International Council of Toy Industries' Guiding Principles.
The Nestlé Consumer Communication Principles and the Nestlé Policy on Marketing Communication to Children reflect Nestlé’s continuous commitment to lead the industry in the standards for marketing communication.
All Nestlé brand builders are expected to fully understand our policies as trust is critical to our industry, both to how we are perceived by society and how we communicate effectively with our consumer.
Championing good practices in marketing communications to children and compliance with the letter and the spirit of the Nestlé Principles and Policy will help build trust with our consumers and our stakeholders.
We hope this tool will provide you with a good understanding of how our Principles and Policy come to life!Tom Buday
Global Head of Marketing Communication
Christian Frutiger
Global Head of Public Affairs
Before you start, read the NESTLE POLICY ON MARKETING COMMUNICATION TO CHILDREN, NESTLE CONSUMER COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLES and NESTLE CONFECTIONERY GUIDELINES
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In each question you will examine a real-life advert. You will be invited to decide why – if at all – it breaches industry advertising standards.
You may choose one or more answer between 4 possible options.
Advertising is very subjective. Some people may find certain ads offensive, others may not.
What makes an ad cross the red line of responsible communication?
This test is designed to help marketers spot problematic techniques and practices in marketing to children so that they can better steer clear of potential problems and avoid criticism from consumers, NGOs and the press.
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