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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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      University of California, Davis

      Fundraising and Development

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing, Prospecting and Qualification, Philanthropy, Campaign Management, Tax Planning, Direct Marketing, Business Writing, Marketing Strategies, Relationship Building, Estate Planning, Benefits Administration, Administration, Target Audience, Email Marketing, Telemarketing, Stakeholder Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement

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      374 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Automation, General Networking, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Publicidad Digital con Google AdWords

      Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Campaign Management, Pay Per Click Advertising, Keyword Research, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Budget Management, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Paid media, Advertising, Bidding, Content Strategy, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      279 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Network Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Creating New BigQuery Datasets and Visualizing Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, SQL, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Data Storage Technologies, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Warehousing, Google Cloud Platform

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google AR & VR

      VR and 360 Video Production

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Video Editing, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Videography, Media Production, Content Creation, Editing, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      888 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ESSEC Business School

      The fundamentals of hotel distribution

      Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Marketing Channel, Business Modeling, Revenue Management, Direct Selling, Direct Marketing, Booking (Sales), E-Commerce, Online Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Web Design and Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Paid media, Talent Management, People Management, Forecasting, Earned Media, Organizational Structure, Public Relations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Chicago

      Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Digital Media Strategy, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Market Share, Economics, Legal Proceedings, Apple iOS, Technical Standard, Competitive Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Graphs

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Pseudocode, Network Model

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Data Engineering, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Lakes, Dataflow, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Infrastructure, Data Visualization, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hive, Tensorflow

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      792 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Use AI Responsibly

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Risk Management Framework, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Data Security, Social Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundraising and Development: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Security Principles in Cloud Computing: Google Cloud
    • Publicidad Digital con Google AdWords: Universidad Austral
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Fundamentals: Google Cloud
    • Creating New BigQuery Datasets and Visualizing Insights: Google Cloud
    • VR and 360 Video Production: Google AR & VR
    • The fundamentals of hotel distribution: ESSEC Business School
    • Entrepreneurship 3: Growth Strategies: University of Pennsylvania
    • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
    • Algorithms on Graphs: University of California San Diego

    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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