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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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      Amazon Web Services

      Amazon Connect Chat and Messaging Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Customer Communications Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Integrated Marketing Communications, Cross-Channel Marketing, Service Level, Systems Integration, Security Controls

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Essential Online Collaboration Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Team Motivation, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Telecommuting, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to use Canva hidden features

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Photo Editing, Scalability, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Graphic Design

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      A Theoretical Origin of Ethics in Business and Tech Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Human Development, Culture, Anthropology, Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Research, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Preparando o Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Customer Insights, Content Strategy, Persona Development, Brand Strategy, Agile Methodology, Storytelling, Consumer Behaviour

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Seamless Salesforce Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce Development, Salesforce, Systems Integration, Data Integration, Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Complex Problem Solving, Business Solutions, OAuth, Business Requirements, Authentications

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Multimedia, Verbal Communication Skills, Photo Editing, Productivity Software, Technical Communication, Editing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      كيفية تحسين رضى العملاء مع تجربة ما بعد الشراء على فايسبوك

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Facebook, Customer Insights, Goal Setting, Google Sheets, Social Media Campaigns, Communication

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      ChatGPT - Usos e Estratégias

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Automation, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Communication, Education Software and Technology, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics and SEO, Copywriting, Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Mobile Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الاقتصاد المفتوح | The Open Economy

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, International Finance, Global Marketing, Economics, Economic Development, Public Policies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Intercultural Competence, Market Dynamics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Einführung in Easil für Soziale Medien

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Storytelling, Instagram, Content Creation

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Amazon Connect Chat and Messaging Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
    • Essential Online Collaboration Skills: Coursera Instructor Network
    • How to use Canva hidden features: Coursera Project Network
    • A Theoretical Origin of Ethics in Business and Tech Industry: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Preparando o Marketing Digital: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Seamless Salesforce Integration: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Crea Presentaciones Informativas con Powerpoint: Coursera Project Network
    • كيفية تحسين رضى العملاء مع تجربة ما بعد الشراء على فايسبوك: Coursera Project Network
    • ChatGPT - Usos e Estratégias : Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    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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