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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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      Coursera

      Instagram Reels: Create Engaging Videos

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Instagram, Video Production, Drive Engagement, Media Production, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      American Psychological Association

      The Psychology of Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Sociology, Research

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Customer Personas in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Insights, Customer Data Management, Target Audience, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Social Media, Product Knowledge, Research

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Communication, Business Communication, Graphic Design

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Hotel Operations, Hospitality Management, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Waste Minimization, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Zapier: Easy Inbox Intelligence for Smarter Email

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, ChatGPT, Data Integration, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Document Management, Automation

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create surveys with Qualtrics

      Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Business Research, Customer Data Management, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Minnesota

      Healthcare Marketplace Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Devices, Market Opportunities, Value-Based Care, Health Technology, Innovation, Clinical Assessment, Market Analysis, Report Writing, Medical Equipment and Technology, Revenue Forecasting, Business Valuation, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fractal Analytics

      Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Governance, Data Security, Governance, Accountability, Complex Problem Solving, Mitigation, Critical Thinking

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Structuring Values in Modern China

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, World History, Ancient History, Sociology, Social Sciences, Research, Science and Research, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a services customer satisfaction process

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, Process Mapping, Customer Insights, Process Design, Customer Support, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Operations, Business Process, Web Analytics, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Virginia

      Дизайн-мышление в инновационной деятельности

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Presentations, Creativity, Storytelling, Data Visualization, Strategic Thinking, Case Studies, Test Tools, Leadership and Management, Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Instagram Reels: Create Engaging Videos: Coursera
    • The Psychology of Decision Making: American Psychological Association
    • Create Customer Personas in Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Use Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint 365: Coursera Project Network
    • Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business: Coursera Instructor Network
    • ChatGPT + Zapier: Easy Inbox Intelligence for Smarter Email: Vanderbilt University
    • Create surveys with Qualtrics: Coursera Project Network
    • Healthcare Marketplace Capstone: University of Minnesota
    • Responsible AI - Principles and Ethical Considerations: Fractal Analytics
    • Structuring Values in Modern China: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    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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