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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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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Introduction to Strategic Brand Management

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Business Strategy, Plan Execution, Product Lining, Market Share, Portfolio Management, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Business-To-Consumer, Target Audience, B2B Sales

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Product Management, Visión y Estrategia

      Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Product Management, Marketing Communications, Business Modeling, Strategic Marketing, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Dynamics, Customer experience strategy (CX), Value Propositions, Marketing Channel, Competitive Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IE Business School

      The "Who" of the Marketing Strategy:Segmentation & Targeting

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Analysis, Business Strategy, Marketing Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Needs Assessment, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Plan Execution, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Development Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Economics, Human Capital, Policy Analysis, Econometrics, Program Evaluation, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Insurance, Regression Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Platform App Builder

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Salesforce, Dashboard, Business Process Automation, Salesforce Development, Process Design, Workflow Management, Data Modeling, Data Presentation, User Experience Design, Data Management, System Support, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Automation, Authorization (Computing), Database Design, Cloud Applications, UI Components, Customer Relationship Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea una Declaración de Misión y Visión con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Canva (Software), Marketing Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Materials, Data Visualization

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Minnesota

      Social Determinants of Health: Planetary Health

      Skills you'll gain: Scatter Plots, Health Policy, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Community Health, Environmental Issue, Regression Analysis, Systems Thinking, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Forecasting, Social Justice

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Endpoint Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cryptography, Cloud Security, Threat Modeling, Information Systems Security, Identity and Access Management, Application Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Governance, Secure Coding

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Decoding AI: A Deep Dive into AI Models and Predictions

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Media and Communications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      International Communication and East Asian Affairs (2)

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Media and Communications, Economics, Policy Analysis, Governance, Student Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Promote your Scientific Results

      Skills you'll gain: Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Media and Communications, Interviewing Skills, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Rapport Building, General Networking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Business Strategy: Value Proposition Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Product Knowledge, Business Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Communication, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Strategic Communication, Market Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to Strategic Brand Management: S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
    • Product Management, Visión y Estrategia: Universidad de Palermo
    • The "Who" of the Marketing Strategy:Segmentation & Targeting: IE Business School
    • Development Economics: Università di Napoli Federico II
    • Salesforce Platform App Builder: LearnKartS
    • Crea una Declaración de Misión y Visión con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Social Determinants of Health: Planetary Health: University of Minnesota
    • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Full Training Guide: Packt
    • Decoding AI: A Deep Dive into AI Models and Predictions: University of Michigan
    • International Communication and East Asian Affairs (2): National Taiwan University

    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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    Advertising (9)
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    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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