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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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      Google Cloud

      Multimodal Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) using the Vertex AI Gemini API

      Skills you'll gain: Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Metadata Management, Text Mining, Cloud API, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Image Analysis

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google

      Google Data Analytics (DE)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Stakeholder Management, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Validation, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Data Integrity, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Ggplot2, Data Quality, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Management, Technical Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Technical Communication, Employee Coaching, Communication, Conflict Management, Performance Management, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Virtual Teams, Labor Compliance, Agile Methodology, Constructive Feedback, Waterfall Methodology, Automation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      iOS App Store & In-App Purchases

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Transaction Processing, Software As A Service, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Payment Systems, User Experience

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Simple Gantt Chart using Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Google Sheets, Scheduling, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a website with MailChimp

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Content Management, Web Content, Information Architecture, Web Design and Development, Goal Setting, Project Implementation, Project Closure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Managed Services, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Management, Servers

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Creating a Gmail Add-on

      Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Application Deployment, Scripting, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Engagement, Target Market, Digital Advertising, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Media Strategy, Lead Generation, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Cash Flows, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Feature Engineering en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Dataflow, Tensorflow, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Methods, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Professional Automated Landing Page using Mailchimp

      Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing Automation, Marketing Collateral, Customer Engagement, Drive Engagement, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Budget and Analyze Variance using Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Variance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Budget Management, Budgeting, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, Financial Statements

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Multimodal Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) using the Vertex AI Gemini API: Google Cloud
    • Google Data Analytics (DE): Google
    • Inspiring Peak Performance on Technical Teams: Advancing Women in Tech
    • iOS App Store & In-App Purchases: LearnQuest
    • Create a Simple Gantt Chart using Google Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Create a website with MailChimp: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Cloud Dataproc: Hadoop and Spark on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Creating a Gmail Add-on: Google Cloud
    • ¿Qué hacer con tu estrategia digital en tiempos de cambio?: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Feature Engineering en Español: 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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