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    Google Ads courses can help you learn how to create, manage, and optimize paid search campaigns to drive traffic and reach customers through Google’s advertising platform.

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    Find the Best Google Ads Course for Your Goals

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Set a Budget and Schedule for Your Facebook Ads

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Campaigns, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Budget Management, Advertising, Scheduling

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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google

      Google UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, UI/UX Research, Information Architecture, Storyboarding, Wireframing, User Research, User Story, Adobe XD, Usability Testing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), Presentations, Web Design, User Centered Design, Research Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Certificado: Google Cloud Digital Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Real Time Data, Cloud Management, Digital Transformation, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing, Looker (Software), Business Intelligence, Cost Management, Data Strategy, Data Transformation, Containerization, Cybersecurity, Cloud Applications, Business Transformation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Paid media, Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Generative AI, Marketing Automation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace

      Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Value Propositions, Marketing, Global Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Diversity Marketing, Content Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Multichannel Marketing - Email, Content and Mobile Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Customer Retention, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Strategies, Web Content, Content Creation, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Growth Strategies, A/B Testing, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Acquisition Management, UI/UX Strategy, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Lemann

      Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Gmail, Collaboration, Document Management, Cloud Storage, Spreadsheet Software, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Hands-On Labs in Google Cloud for Security Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Security, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, User Accounts, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Lead Generation Messenger Chatbot using Chatfuel

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Marketing Automation, Google Sheets, Application Deployment, Real Time Data, Customer Communications Management

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      308 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Unilever

      Measurement and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Develop Pipelines

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, JSON, SQL

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Advanced Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular google ads courses

    • How to Set a Budget and Schedule for Your Facebook Ads: Coursera Project Network
    • Google UX Design: Google
    • Certificado: Google Cloud Digital Leader: Google Cloud
    • IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM
    • Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Multichannel Marketing - Email, Content and Mobile Marketing: Simplilearn
    • Fundamentos do Google para o Ensino: Fundação Lemann
    • Hands-On Labs in Google Cloud for Security Engineers: Google Cloud
    • Create a Lead Generation Messenger Chatbot using Chatfuel: Coursera Project Network
    • Measurement and Analysis: Unilever

    Why Learn Google Ads?

    Google Ads is a powerful platform for reaching potential customers through paid search, display, video, and shopping ads. It plays a key role in digital marketing strategies by helping businesses increase visibility and measure performance. Learning Google Ads can help you build targeted campaigns, manage budgets, and improve ROI across online channels.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Google Ads

    Top options include Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce and Attract and Engage Customers Online with Google Ads, both part of the Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate. These courses teach how to create, launch, and optimize ad campaigns across Google Search, Display, and YouTube.‎

    Yes. Many courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to set up Google Ads accounts, conduct keyword research, write ad copy, manage bidding strategies, and measure performance with tools like Google Analytics. Some courses also cover campaign optimization and A/B testing to improve ROI.‎

    No prior experience is needed. Many beginner-friendly courses walk you through the Google Ads interface and campaign setup step by step. More advanced content is also available for learners looking to refine their digital advertising strategy.‎

    Yes. Google Ads skills are in high demand across industries. Learning how to manage ad campaigns through Coursera can prepare you for roles in digital marketing, PPC (pay-per-click) advertising, or freelance consulting. Earning a certificate can also help you stand out to employers or clients.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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