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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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    • L

      Lund University

      AI, Business & the Future of Work

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Business Risk Management, Business Leadership, Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, Organizational Change, Business Ethics, Automation, Thought Leadership, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómo hacer una tesis

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Research Reports, Writing and Editing, Research Methodologies, Research, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Style Guides, Timelines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Optimize Your Instagram Account

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Account Strategy, Brand Awareness

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Cape Town

      Disability Inclusion in Education: Building Systems of Support

      Skills you'll gain: Disabilities, Visual Impairment Education, Developmental Disabilities, Special Education, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Instructional Strategies, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Social Justice, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Working With Children, Advocacy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      817 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Survey Data Collection and Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Surveys, Survey Creation, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Interviewing Skills, Data Integration, Data Ethics, Research Design, Stata, R Programming, Data Quality, Statistical Modeling, Qualitative Research, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Programming, Data Cleansing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Improving Communication Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Cooperation, Negotiation, Honesty

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • D

      Duke University

      Sports and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Social Studies, Social Sciences, Culture, Socioeconomics, Anthropology, World History, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Media and Communications, Economics, Political Sciences, Psychology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Agile Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Meeting Facilitation, Positivity, Team Building, Resilience, Business Transformation, Team Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Innovation, Sprint Planning, Culture Transformation, Adaptability, Organizational Development, Agile Project Management, Virtual Teams, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Virginia

      Pricing Strategy Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Global Marketing, Market Share, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Product Strategy, Marketing Psychology, Marketing, Cost Accounting, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Strategic Marketing, Economics, Demand Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      903 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Blogs, Content Development and Management, Social Media

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      4.2K reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Introduction to Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, IT Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Agile Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Technical Management, Scope Management, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Python Functions, Files, and Dictionaries

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Python Programming, File Management, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Structures, Data Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
    • Cómo hacer una tesis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • How to Optimize Your Instagram Account : Coursera Project Network
    • Disability Inclusion in Education: Building Systems of Support : University of Cape Town
    • Survey Data Collection and Analytics: University of Michigan
    • Improving Communication Skills: University of Pennsylvania
    • Sports and Society: Duke University
    • Agile Leadership: University of Colorado System
    • Pricing Strategy Optimization: University of Virginia
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network

    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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