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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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      Arizona State University

      Giving Feedback

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Constructive Feedback, Mentorship, Empowerment, Active Listening, Motivational Skills, Coaching, Leadership Development, Communication

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Systems Thinking, Community Organizing, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Training Programs

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

      Estrategia de Identidad de una Marca

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Content Strategy, Business Strategies, Market Research, Content Creation, Creative Design, Target Audience, Value Propositions

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Increasing Multiplication Mastery with Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Education Software and Technology, Arithmetic

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Cape Town

      Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, FinTech, Business Planning, Financial Regulation, Presentations, Proposal Development, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Brainstorming, Market Opportunities, Customer Analysis, Market Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Clientes e Concorrência com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Value Propositions, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Business Strategies, B2B Sales, Price Negotiation, Market Analysis, Business-To-Consumer

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
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      Simplilearn

      Ecommerce Listing Course

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, E-Commerce, Logistics Management, Merchandising, Product Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Product Knowledge, Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management, Online Advertising, Price Negotiation, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Business Writing, Influencing, Business Marketing, Graphic Design, Sales, Business Communication, Data Visualization, Market Research, Brainstorming

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Compensation: Job Evaluations & Pay Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Job Evaluation, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Payroll, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Review, Data Visualization, Benchmarking, Data Analysis, Market Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Основы бизнес-стратегии

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Analysis, Market Dynamics, Value Propositions

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Prácticas efectivas de marketing usando Facebook Messenger

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Management, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Automation, Business Marketing, Marketing Communications, Content Development and Management, Customer Communications Management, User Accounts

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Giving Feedback: Arizona State University
    • Designing and Building Institutional Anti-Racist Spaces: Wesleyan University
    • Estrategia de Identidad de una Marca: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
    • Increasing Multiplication Mastery with Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera Project Network
    • Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment: Coursera Project Network
    • Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future: University of Cape Town
    • Fundamentos de Clientes e Concorrência com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • Ecommerce Listing Course: Simplilearn
    • 商务英语课程:市场与营销英语 Marketing & Sales: Arizona State University
    • Compensation: Job Evaluations & Pay Structures: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    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.

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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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