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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

      YouTube Monetization: Collaborate with Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Content Development and Management, Content Strategy, Advertising, Marketing Channel, Business Planning, Strategic Partnership, Merchandising, Revenue Management, New Business Development, Live Streaming, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Analytics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric, Growth Strategies, Performance Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Target Audience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Emory University

      Mastering Business Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Business Strategy, Operations Management, Cash Flows, Accounting, Finance, Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, Financial Analysis, Marketing, Corporate Finance, Strategic Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Business Valuation, Organizational Strategy, Business, Market Dynamics, Product Strategy

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Drive Engagement, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Community Development, Policy Development, Discussion Facilitation, Content Strategy

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Survey Creation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Market Opportunities, Storytelling, Marketing Planning, International Relations, Artificial Intelligence, Policy Development, Political Sciences

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of California, Irvine

      Managing Project Risks and Changes

      Skills you'll gain: Project Performance, Project Risk Management, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Scope Management, Change Management, Risk Mitigation, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Management, Project Closure, Communication

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Instagram, Copywriting, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, Concision, Social Media Content, Editing, Writing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Applied Machine Learning in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Random Forest Algorithm

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Commonwealth Education Trust

      Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher

      Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Communication Strategies, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Student Engagement, Working With Children, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Cultural Diversity

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de Palermo

      Inteligencia Artificial aplicada a la Producción Musical

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Musical Composition, AI Personalization, Media Production, Post-Production, Instrumental Music, Digital Transformation, Creativity, Generative AI Agents, Graphical Tools

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      YouTube Strategy: Effective Content

      Skills you'll gain: Content Strategy, Video Production, Content Development and Management, Social Media Strategy, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Calendar Management, Google Analytics, Ideation, Target Audience, Operational Efficiency

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Psychosocial Aspects of Obesity

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Patient Evaluation, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • YouTube Monetization: Collaborate with Brands: Coursera
    • YouTube Insights: Crack the Algorithm: Coursera
    • Mastering Business Essentials: Emory University
    • Facebook Communities: Maximize Interaction: Coursera
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown University
    • Managing Project Risks and Changes: University of California, Irvine
    • Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories: Coursera
    • Applied Machine Learning in Python: University of Michigan
    • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher: Commonwealth Education Trust
    • Inteligencia Artificial aplicada a la Producción Musical : Universidad de Palermo

    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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