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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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    • U

      University of London

      International Business Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Business Planning, Sampling (Statistics), Leadership and Management, Descriptive Statistics, Team Management, Team Building, Organizational Structure, Data Presentation, Professional Networking, Communication, Organizational Change, Business Mathematics, Business Strategy, Professionalism, Resource Allocation, Competitive Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Business Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad de Chile

      Costos para los Negocios

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Small Business Accounting, Management Accounting, Cost Estimation, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Cost Management, Inventory Accounting, Operating Expense, Material Handling, Labor Compliance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Introducción al Marketing de Redes Sociales con Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Instagram, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Marketing Design

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Graphing, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Histogram, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentos Empresariales

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Balance Sheet, Process Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Finance, Financial Accounting, Business Process, Capital Budgeting, Branding, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Brand Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Analysis, Business Analysis, Operational Analysis, Business

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      439 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Northwestern University

      Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Digital Communications, Computer Vision, Data Processing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Motion Graphics, Linear Algebra, Color Theory, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Sampling (Statistics), Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Instructional Design Foundations and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Talent Management, Systems Analysis, Job Analysis, Analysis

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      768 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being for Teens

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Growth Mindedness, Stress Management, Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Productivity, Self-Awareness, Compassion, Personal Development, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Mindfulness, Social Skills

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      686 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Getting Started with Git and GitHub

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Collaborative Software, Web Applications, Open Source Technology, Command-Line Interface, DevOps

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      970 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Advanced Styling with Responsive Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Wireframing, Front-End Web Development, Browser Compatibility, Usability, User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Mobile Development Tools

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      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

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

    • International Business Essentials: University of London
    • Costos para los Negocios: Universidad de Chile
    • Introducción al Marketing de Redes Sociales con Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python: University of Michigan
    • Fundamentos Empresariales: University of Pennsylvania
    • Fundamentals of Digital Image and Video Processing: Northwestern University
    • Instructional Design Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
    • Getting Started with Git and GitHub: IBM
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft PowerPoint: Microsoft

    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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