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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Token Board with Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology

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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Draw an interactive wireframe in Mockplus

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Mockups, UI Components, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), User Flows, Usability Testing

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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      How To Make An Instagram Reel Cover Using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Photo Editing, Style Guides, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Typography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Multiple educators

      Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Ethics, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Supplier Relationship Management, Labor Compliance, Strategic Sourcing, Engineering Management, Procurement, Strategic Leadership, Logistics Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Reverse Logistics, Product Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Ecommerce Foundation

      Skills you'll gain: Merchandising, Adobe Experience Manager, E-Commerce, Product Assortment, Web Applications, Business-To-Consumer, Scalability, Project Implementation, Web Development Tools, Business Technologies, Technology Solutions, System Implementation, Digital Transformation, Advertising, Solution Delivery, Program Implementation, Application Development, Business Requirements, Technical Consulting, B2B Sales

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Visually Engaging Presentations using Microsoft Sway

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Productivity Software, Multimedia, Business Correspondence, Content Creation, User Accounts

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Marketing Analysis dashboard using G-Spreadsheets

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, Productivity Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Public Key Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Threat Modeling, Cryptography, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Technical Writing, Test Tools, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Social Determinants of Health

      Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Policy, Systems Thinking, Public Health, Community Health, Data Analysis, Socioeconomics, Social Sciences, R Programming, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Visualization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Getting started with Fiverr for Freelancers

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Persona Development, Content Creation, E-Commerce, Market Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Account Management

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 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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      Kennesaw State University

      The 4 A's of Marketing with Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Regulatory Compliance, Strategic Marketing, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Marketing Strategies, Business Marketing, Internal Communications, MarTech, Marketing Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Channel, Value Propositions, Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Customer Insights

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Berklee

      Proyecto final de Músico moderno

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Post-Production, Creativity, Peer Review

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Creating a Token Board with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Draw an interactive wireframe in Mockplus: Coursera Project Network
    • How To Make An Instagram Reel Cover Using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Adobe Ecommerce Foundation: Adobe
    • Create Visually Engaging Presentations using Microsoft Sway: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a Marketing Analysis dashboard using G-Spreadsheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking: Johns Hopkins University
    • Introduction to Social Determinants of Health: University of Minnesota
    • Getting started with Fiverr for Freelancers: 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

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    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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