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    Social media marketing courses can help you learn how to build brand presence, engage audiences, and drive results across platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

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      University of Michigan

      Environmental Justice

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Health Equity, Environmental Laws, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Environmental Regulations, Natural Resource Management, Community Development, Advocacy, Policy Analysis, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Creando videos educativos con Smartphones

      Skills you'll gain:

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Develop an Account Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Account Strategy, Account Management, Customer Success Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management, Milestones (Project Management), Relationship Building, Expectation Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Relationship Management

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Advanced Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Star Schema, Data Modeling, Tableau Software, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Dashboard, Performance Tuning, Technical Analysis, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Data Warehousing, Market Data, Data Presentation, Investment Banking, Exploratory Data Analysis, Tree Maps, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Integration, Market Analysis, Data Storytelling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yale University

      South Asian Religions & Ecology

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Water Resources, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Social Justice, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, World History

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Digital Publishing, Self-Awareness, Literacy, Content Creation, World Music, Personal Development, Blogs, Instagram, Media and Communications, Culture, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Social Studies, Sociology, Research

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Florida

      TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Equipment and Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Health Technology, Internet Of Things, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Telehealth, Vulnerability, Medical Privacy, Legal Risk, Health Care, Data Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Informatics, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Security Controls

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Schedule Posts to Multiple Platforms using Hootsuite

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media, Scheduling, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Presentations, Data Sharing, Organizational Skills, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Creative Design, Content Creation, Dashboard, User Accounts

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get started with Mailchimp

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Marketing Materials, Dashboard, Cloud-Based Integration, Content Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Free Trial
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      Simplilearn

      Digital Marketing Landscape

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Digital Marketing, UI/UX Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, E-Commerce, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Business Strategy, Brand Awareness, Web Analytics and SEO, Consumer Behaviour

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yad Vashem

      El Holocausto: el abismo de la humanidad

      Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Lesson Planning, Social Studies, World History, Immigration Law, European History, Cultural Diversity, International Relations, Political Sciences

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular social media marketing courses

    • Environmental Justice: University of Michigan
    • Creando videos educativos con Smartphones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • How to Develop an Account Strategy: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced Tableau: Corporate Finance Institute
    • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Fandom and Popular Culture in the Digital Age: University of Colorado Boulder
    • TECH MeD: Transdisciplinary Education for Critical Hacks of Medical Devices: University of Florida
    • How to Schedule Posts to Multiple Platforms using Hootsuite: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a Digital Mood Board with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Get started with Mailchimp: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Social Media Marketing?

    Social media marketing is the strategy of using platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and others to connect with audiences, build brands, and drive engagement. It’s a critical skill in today’s digital economy, where businesses rely on social channels for visibility and growth. Learning social media marketing empowers you to create content, analyze performance, and grow a presence that makes an impact.

    Skills you can learn in Marketing

    Market (economics) (28)
    Social Media (15)
    Marketing Strategy (14)
    Analytics (13)
    Brand (13)
    Digital Marketing (13)
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    Plan (11)
    Advertising (9)
    Modeling (9)
    Social Media Marketing (9)
    Brand Management (7)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Social Media Marketing

    Top courses include Meta’s Social Media Marketing Professional Certificate and offerings from Northwestern University and the Digital Marketing Institute. You can learn how to build strategies, create content, grow audiences, and run campaigns on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.‎

    Yes. Many courses can be audited for free, giving you access to videos and reading materials. If you want to complete assignments and earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You can learn how to create social media strategies, schedule posts, manage ad campaigns, use analytics tools, and tailor content for different platforms. Some courses also include hands-on projects and tools used in real-world marketing roles.‎

    No experience is required. Many Coursera courses are built for beginners and guide you through key concepts, tools, and best practices step by step.‎

    Yes. Social media marketing skills are in high demand for roles in digital marketing, content creation, and brand management. Earning a certificate and completing practical projects can help you build a portfolio and show employers what you can do.‎

    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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