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      University of Pennsylvania

      Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”)

      Skills you'll gain: World History, English Language, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Liberal Arts, Writing, Creativity

      4.8
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      633 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      IT-підтримка від Google

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, IT Infrastructure, File Systems, Information Systems Security, OSI Models, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Linux, Server Administration, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Information Technology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      993 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Digital Marketing Institute

      Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Management, Facebook, Instagram, Target Audience, Online Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Performance Analysis, Content Creation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Copenhagen Business School

      Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy

      Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Financial Services, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Banking, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Information Technology, Business Technologies, Organizational Structure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Fundamentos de la publicidad en redes sociales

      Skills you'll gain: Paid media, Online Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Materials, Digital Advertising, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Instagram, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Copywriting, Information Privacy, Target Audience

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      195 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Business of Product Management II

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Product Development, Financial Statement Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Innovation, Revenue Management, Agile Methodology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      226 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Systems: Principles in Practice

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Wide Area Networks, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Routers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Virtualization, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Routing Protocols, Network Administration, Computer Networking

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Finance, Financial Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Investment Management, Risk Modeling, Equities, Probability & Statistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      318 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Infrastructure for Azure Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Microsoft Azure, Load Balancing, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Public Cloud, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Data Lakes, Containerization

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      247 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Image Generation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      181 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Meta

      Publicidad con Meta

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Campaign Management, Performance Analysis, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Metric, Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Target Audience, Paid media, Social Media, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Bidding, Budget Management, Scheduling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      224 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud IAM and Networking for Azure Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), User Accounts, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Firewall, Network Routing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Modern & Contemporary American Poetry (“ModPo”): University of Pennsylvania
    • IT-підтримка від Google: Google
    • Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat Marketing: Digital Marketing Institute
    • Innovation Strategy: Developing Your Fintech strategy: Copenhagen Business School
    • Fundamentos de la publicidad en redes sociales: Meta
    • The Business of Product Management II: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Network Systems: Principles in Practice: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Portfolio Optimization using Markowitz Model: Coursera Project Network
    • Google Cloud Infrastructure for Azure Professionals: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Image Generation: Google Cloud

    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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