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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Fundamentos da Gestão do Sucesso do Cliente

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, Customer Retention, Agile Methodology, Customer Engagement, Customer Data Management, Customer Relationship Management, Consultative Approaches, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Software As A Service, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Business Relationship Management, Process Design, Value Propositions, Business Analysis, Business Transformation, Business Solutions

      4.8
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Business Transformation, Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Organizational Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Capital, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Change Management, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Decision Making, Neurology

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas

      Skills you'll gain: Public Policies, Economic Development, Economics, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Human Development, Behavioral Economics, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Community Development, Gerontology, Relationship Building, Empathy, Child Development, Resilience, Cooperation, Personal Development, Cultural Diversity, Emotional Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Keyword Research, Drive Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Target Market

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Illinois Tech

      Business Economics and Game Theory for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Price Negotiation, Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Policy Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of North Texas

      Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Management, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Business Marketing, Business, Target Market, Competitive Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Dashboard, Power BI, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Reporting, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Performance Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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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      Dell

      Dell Technologies Technical Support Career Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Technical Support, Lifelong Learning, Desktop Support, Willingness To Learn, Product Support, End User Training and Support, System Support, Help Desk Support, Active Listening, Time Management, Interpersonal Communications, Teamwork, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Communication

      4.9
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Videos para Redes Sociales con PicsArt

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Social Media Content, Collaborative Software, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Video Editing, Social Media, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Photo Editing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad de los Andes

      ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios

      Skills you'll gain: Environment, Pedagogy, Course Development, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Student Engagement, Systems Thinking, Higher Education, Curriculum Planning, Instructing, Social Studies, Design Thinking, Community Development, Instructional Strategies, Discussion Facilitation, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentos da Gestão do Sucesso do Cliente: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Advanced Tableau: Corporate Finance Institute
    • The Neuroscience of Leading Transformational Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ¿Cómo ser feliz? Familia, Economía y Políticas Públicas: Universidad de Palermo
    • Get more followers by finding trending keywords and hashtags: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Economics and Game Theory for Decision Making: Illinois Tech
    • Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors: University of North Texas
    • Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI: Microsoft
    • South Asian Religions & Ecology: Yale University
    • Dell Technologies Technical Support Career Introduction: Dell

    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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