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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Peer Review, Writing, Differentiated Instruction

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Performance Reporting, Business Process Automation, Organizational Skills, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Integrity

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Goal Setting, Communication, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Expectation Management, Business Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      HubSpot Academy

      Lead Management with HubSpot

      Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Sales Pipelines, Sales Process, Email Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Performance Reporting, Process Mapping, Dashboard, Service Level Agreement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Presentations, Business Correspondence, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Public Speaking, Generative AI, Risk Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Envisioning Educational Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Higher Education, International Relations, Systems Thinking, Social Justice, World History, Community Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Discussion Facilitation, Advocacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Financiamiento en proyectos de infraestructura sostenible 

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Economic Development, Feasibility Studies, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Loans, Finance, International Finance, Due Diligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Reluctant Writers

      Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Teaching, Empowerment, Instructional Strategies, Writing, Mentorship, Literacy, Constructive Feedback, Qualitative Research

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Workflow Management, Business Planning, E-Commerce, Project Management, Branding, Customer Relationship Management

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Kennesaw State University

      Cybersecurity Awareness for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Personally Identifiable Information, Cyber Attacks, Firewall, General Networking, Threat Detection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Proxy Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Information Privacy, Authentications, Infrastructure Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      مشروع كابستون للتسويق عبر وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي من فيسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Campaign Management, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Instagram, Presentations, Digital Marketing, Performance Reporting, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings: Johns Hopkins University
    • Automated Report Generation with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • Lead Management with HubSpot: HubSpot Academy
    • AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity: University of Michigan
    • Energy Justice: Fostering More Equitable Energy Futures: Dartmouth College
    • Envisioning Educational Transformation: University of Michigan
    • Financiamiento en proyectos de infraestructura sostenible : Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
    • Teaching Reluctant Writers: Johns Hopkins University
    • GetVirtual: How to Launch Your Online Business: University of California, Santa Cruz

    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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    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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