Google Analytics is essential for understanding website performance and driving marketing success. This course teaches you to track campaigns, measure conversions, and demonstrate ROI using Google’s analytics tools. You will learn to navigate reports, set up goal tracking, analyze traffic sources, and apply segmentation to understand user behavior.

Track Marketing Goals with Google Analytics

Track Marketing Goals with Google Analytics
This course is part of Google Analytics: Data-Driven Marketing Mastery with AI Specialization

Instructor: Hurix Digital
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Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Navigate Google Analytics reports and apply time-based comparisons to identify marketing trends and measure campaign performance.
Set up conversion tracking goals, link Google Ads accounts, and verify data integration for accurate marketing measurement.
Analyze traffic sources by dimension, compare user segments, and export SEO query data to optimize the marketing strategy.
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There are 16 modules in this course
You will develop the foundational skill of efficiently locating and understanding core Google Analytics reports that form the backbone of digital marketing performance monitoring.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will effectively apply Google Analytics comparison features to analyze performance trends across different time periods for strategic marketing insights.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will identify and understand the specific account permissions needed before attempting to connect Google Ads and Analytics platforms.
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2 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will execute the complete integration workflow using Google's platform linking features and verify successful data connection through testing procedures.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will learn the fundamental concepts that form the foundation of web analytics conversion tracking by understanding the critical differences between transactions and goals.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will implement hands-on conversion tracking by creating destination-based goals in Google Analytics and validating their accuracy through systematic testing procedures.
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2 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will learn to select AI models that balance performance with interpretability requirements in regulated industries, using practical frameworks to analyze trade-offs between predictive accuracy and explainability constraints.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will establish statistical rigor to distinguish genuine algorithm improvements from random variation, teaching hypothesis testing frameworks, appropriate test selection for different scenarios, and multiple testing corrections to transform subjective algorithm selection into evidence-based decision-making that prevents costly deployment mistakes.
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3 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will learn to ensemble modeling strategies—bagging, boosting, and stacking—that combine multiple algorithms to achieve superior performance beyond individual models.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will learn the foundational concepts of analytics data structure by distinguishing between metrics and dimensions, understanding their interdependence, and applying this knowledge to interpret real Google Analytics reports.
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2 videos1 reading2 assignments
You will gain skills in the practical application of Google Analytics dimensions to systematically identify, analyze, and optimize traffic source performance for strategic marketing decisions.
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1 video2 readings3 assignments
You will learn the foundational skills for activating and comparing user segments in analytics platforms to uncover behavioral patterns that inform marketing strategy.
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3 videos3 readings1 assignment
You will learn advanced engagement rate analysis techniques and develop professional documentation skills for communicating segment insights to stakeholders in marketing organizations.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will learn the groundwork for using Google Analytics as a powerful engine for SEO insights. Before you can analyze queries, interpret trends, or optimize content, you need a clear understanding of how data flows into your analytics environment. This module walks you through the essential settings, integrations, and navigation patterns that ensure your SEO data is accurate, connected, and ready for meaningful analysis. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation that makes every future report, query, and optimization decision far more reliable and impactful.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment
You will shift from foundational setup to hands‑on SEO intelligence. This module focuses on the search queries that reveal how users discover your content without relying on brand awareness—arguably the most valuable signals for true organic visibility. You’ll learn how to export non‑branded query data from Google Analytics, structure it for analysis, and interpret patterns that uncover real opportunities for growth. By the end, you’ll be able to turn raw query data into actionable insights that directly inform content strategy, keyword targeting, and competitive positioning.
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3 videos1 reading3 assignments
You will build a comprehensive digital marketing analytics optimization system that integrates Google Analytics insights with AI-powered predictive modeling and SEO analysis. You'll learn to combine behavioral analytics, ensemble machine learning techniques, and statistical experimentation frameworks to create data-driven marketing intelligence that improves campaign effectiveness and goal achievement. Through hands-on Python development, you'll develop the technical skills needed to deploy responsible AI systems that deliver measurable business value in modern digital marketing environments.
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5 readings1 assignment
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, this course is designed for beginners with no prior Google Analytics experience. You'll start with basic navigation and progress to advanced analysis techniques.
You'll learn to use Google Analytics, Google Ads integration, Search Console data analysis, and goal tracking systems that are essential for digital marketing roles.
This course prepares you for entry-level positions in digital marketing, marketing analytics, campaign management, and SEO analysis across agencies, e-commerce, and enterprise organizations.
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