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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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    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Con gafas violeta: igualdad de género en la escuela

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Justice, Education and Training, Student Support and Services, Psychology, Crisis Intervention

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Digital Channel Planning Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Channel, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, E-Commerce, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Analytics, Customer Service, Web Applications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started with Pinterest

      Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Organizational Skills, User Accounts, Collaboration, Curiosity, Resourcefulness

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Adobe

      Course 1: Introduction to Digital Experience and Ecommerce

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Experience Manager, E-Commerce, Business-To-Consumer, Digital Transformation, Project Implementation, Solution Delivery, Program Implementation, Business Requirements, Business Technologies, Technical Consulting, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Analysis, B2B Sales

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      GRAMMY GO

      Mixing and Completing Your Music Production

      Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing, Creativity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Overcoming Bias

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Self-Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal Development, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Human Resource Policies, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Psychology, Communication

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Meta

      مطور Meta لتطبيقات Android

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Usability Testing, Version Control, Restful API, Kotlin, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), GitHub, Android (Operating System), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Git (Version Control System), User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Android Jetpack, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Android Development, Pseudocode, React.js

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      العمل الجماعي والإبداع

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Professional Development, Teamwork, Team Building, Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Collaboration, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Open Mindset, Influencing, Communication, Critical Thinking

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Emory University

      AI's Existing Impact

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Personalized Service, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Psychology, ChatGPT, Customer Engagement, Consumer Behaviour, MarTech, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Return On Investment, Social Media Content, Algorithms, Business Ethics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Sales Operations Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Operations, Sales Process, Generative AI Agents, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Prompt Engineering, Customer Relationship Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Set up Facebook Pixel

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, User Accounts, Compliance Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Strategic Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Modeling, Corporate Sustainability, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Crisis Management, Supplier Management, Continuous Monitoring

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Con gafas violeta: igualdad de género en la escuela: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Digital Channel Planning Strategy: Digital Marketing Institute
    • Getting Started with Pinterest: Coursera Project Network
    • Course 1: Introduction to Digital Experience and Ecommerce: Adobe
    • Mixing and Completing Your Music Production: GRAMMY GO
    • Overcoming Bias: University of California, Irvine
    • مطور Meta لتطبيقات Android: Meta
    • العمل الجماعي والإبداع: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • AI's Existing Impact: Emory University
    • GenAI for Sales Operations Specialists: Coursera Instructor 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.

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    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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