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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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    • U

      University of Geneva

      Rédaction de contrats

      Skills you'll gain: Arbitration, Contract Review, Commercial Laws, Coordinating, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Legal Writing, Mediation, Civil Law, Liquidation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      849 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arizona State University

      Inglés Empresarial

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Sales Presentations, Meeting Facilitation, Graphic Design, English Language, Brainstorming, Negotiation, Purchasing, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Presentations, Product Planning, Telephone Skills, Communication, Marketing Materials, Business Communication, Business Planning, Employee Coaching, Financial Analysis, New Product Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI

      Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Teaching, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Development, Social Justice, Innovation, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Classroom Management, Teaching, Adaptability, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Professionalism, Instructing, Curriculum Planning, Student Engagement, Professional Development, Learning Theory, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      832 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Product Ideation, Design, and Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Product Management, Product Development, New Product Development, Wireframing, Financial Statements, Product Design, User Experience Design, Team Leadership, Prototyping, Competitive Analysis, Financial Modeling, Value Propositions, Proposal Writing, Innovation, Corporate Finance, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Product Improvement

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      683 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Administración de Empresas

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Management Accounting, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Branding, Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Marketing, Talent Management, Brand Management, Business Economics, Accounting, Strategic Marketing, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Business Management, Economics, Economic Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Virginia

      New Models of Business in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Issue, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Business, Business Transformation, Storytelling, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Systems, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Organizational Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Getting Started in Google Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Dashboard, User Accounts

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Università Bocconi

      Arts and Heritage Management

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Management, Team Management, Brand Management, Leadership Studies, Brand Strategy, Art History, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Management, Consumer Behaviour, Customer experience improvement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Introducción a la producción audiovisual

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Video Production, Post-Production, Media Production, Videography, Storyboarding, Editing, Storytelling, Scripting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      User Interface Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, Prototyping, User Interface (UI), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, User Experience, User Centered Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Ideation, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Qualitative Research, Design Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for the Greater Good: Innovation in the Social Sector

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Service Design, User Experience, Experimentation, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      415 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Rédaction de contrats: University of Geneva
    • Inglés Empresarial: Arizona State University
    • Formación docente basada en la práctica para desarrollar habilidades del siglo XXI: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Product Ideation, Design, and Management: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Administración de Empresas: Universidad de Palermo
    • New Models of Business in Society: University of Virginia
    • Getting Started in Google Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • Arts and Heritage Management: Università Bocconi
    • Introducción a la producción audiovisual: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    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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